Recall 15V517 covers 1,655 2014-2015 Ram 1500 diesel trucks for battery-harness chafing. The repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
Ram is recalling 1,655 2014-2015 1500 diesel 4x2 trucks under recall 15V517 because the battery harness can rub against the right engine mount frame bracket and short. A short can stall the truck and raise the risk of fire; the Ram dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The battery harness in a 2014-2015 Ram 1500 Diesel 4x2 truck carries electrical power between the battery and the truck's electrical system. It is routed near the engine, where it has to stay secured away from metal brackets and moving or vibrating parts. The right engine mount holds the engine in position, and its frame bracket is the metal support attached to the truck frame.
On affected trucks, the battery harness is close enough to that right engine mount frame bracket that normal vibration lets the harness rub against it. Over time, the bracket can wear through the harness covering and expose the wiring. Once the wire insulation is damaged, the harness can short against nearby metal instead of carrying power through the intended circuit.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a light, sound, or drivability change before the harness rubs through and creates the short.
Who's affected?
The scope is tied to the diesel engine and battery cables, not every Ram 1500 configuration from those model years.
| 2015 Ram 1500 | battery |
|---|---|
| 2015 Ram 1500 | Diesel |
| 2014 Ram 1500 | battery |
| 2014 Ram 1500 | Diesel |
| Units affected | 1,655 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A short in the battery harness can stall the vehicle and increase the risk of a fire. No warning sign is listed, so schedule the inspection and repair soon. If the truck stalls or shows electrical trouble, park safely and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ram dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Ram 1500 is included in this recall.
- Watch for Ram's owner letter; letters were mailed on October 8, 2015.
- Contact a franchised Ram dealer and ask whether the free battery-harness inspection and repair is open for your VIN.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V517 when you call.
- Avoid driving if the truck stalls, shows electrical problems, or smells of burning insulation. Park it and call a Ram dealer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ram technician will inspect the battery harness routing and make sure it is secured away from the right engine mount frame bracket. If the harness shows wear, the dealer will replace it. The dealer repair will be free once available. For reimbursement, the owner letter asks customers who already paid for this problem to send the original receipt or other proof of payment so the expense can be confirmed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 14, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 8, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 10, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V517?
Recall 15V517 covers 1,655 2014-2015 Ram 1500 diesel 4x2 trucks with a battery harness that can rub against the right engine mount frame bracket. If the harness shorts, the truck can stall and the short raises fire risk. Ram dealers inspect and repair the harness for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Ram 1500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V517. If it is, contact a franchised Ram dealer or Ram customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Reference recall 15V517 or Ram recall R43 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V517, Ram dealers inspect the battery harness routing and secure it, then replace any harness that shows wear free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an electrical short in the battery harness. The harness can rub against the right engine mount frame bracket, short out, stall the truck, and raise fire risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair.
What if I bought my Ram 1500 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2014-2015 Ram 1500 is included, then give the dealer recall 15V517 or Ram recall R43 when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V517000 |
|---|---|
| Ram customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V517 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V517000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →