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MY2021 Ram 1500 recalled for PCM software update

Robert Barry · 0 comments

Ram Trucks Australia is recalling more than 1200 model year 2021 Ram 1500 pickup trucks for a software upgrade to the powertrain control module (PCM).

The PCM determines if the mixture is rich or lean and adjusts the amount of fuel entering the engine. 

Due to a manufacturing defect, the PCM software in this vehicle may not operate as intended and could result in the engine shut down causing a loss of motive power while driving.

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This could increase the risk of an accident and injury to vehicle occupants or other road users. 

Owners of affected vehicles can contact their nearest authorised Ram Trucks dealer to have the vehicle’s PCM software updated free of charge.

Additional information and assistance is available through Ram Trucks customer sssist on 1300 681 792.

Robert Barry

Robert Barry has been reporting on the Australasian automotive and transport sector since June 2003. A member of the New Zealand Motoring Writers Guild since 2005, Robert has also previously held the positions of secretary, vice-president and president. His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, and on the web. He holds a Class 2 and a Class 4 heavy transport licence and knows his way around a manual transmission.

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