Vehicle recall 18V398000 · June 14, 2018
Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and 2 more models
The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence
- A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V398000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 14, 2018
- Filed by
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Manufacturer campaign
- U56
- Owner notification
- August 2, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,837
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Vehicles covered
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