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RAM 1500 water intrusion defect class action overview:
- Who: A Ram 1500 driver is suing automaker FCA US
- Why: She says the company concealed a defect in the vehicles that allowed water to get in, causing foul odors and mold
- Where: Michigan federal court
FCA had long standing knowledge of a defect that caused water to enter some of its vehicles causing a bad odor and mold, but never told customers, a new class action lawsuit alleges.
Plaintiff Effie Johnson Norman filed the class action lawsuit against FCA US, LLC June 22 in a Michigan federal court alleging violations of federal warranty laws.
She’s looking to represent anyone who purchased or leased a Ram 1500 vehicle sold with a defect that allegedly allows water to enter the cabin, causing foul odors, mold or mildew, electrical system disruption, and rear cabin airbag contamination.
She says the cars are not adequately sealed, leading to water intrusion in the rear cabin.
The water destroys the interior of the vehicles, leaving permanent stain marks, foul odors, mold, and mildew, and contaminates and fouls the rear-cabin airbag and propellant, Norman says.
She says the defect can even short the vehicles’ electrical system such as the push-to-start ignition system, locks, windows and lights.
FCA allegedly knew about the defect
Norman says FCA has known about the defect since at least 2016 based on a flood of complaints and warranty claims.
“Nevertheless, FCA has never disclosed the Water Intrusion Defect; rather, it actively conceals it.”
FCA is also accused of neglecting to recall the vehicles or extend their warranties, leading to major out-of-pocket expenses for customers.
She’s looking to represent a nationwide Class of Ram 1500 owners, and an Alabama Subclass.
Norman is suing for breach of warranty and fraudulent omission and seeking certification of the class action, damages, fees, costs and a jury trial.
The news comes after more than 370,000 Dodge and Ram vehicles were recalled because their electronic stability control (ESC) warning lights might not illuminate even if there is a problem.
Have you had this issue in your vehicle? Let us know in the comments!
The plaintiff is represented by The Miller Law Firm, P.C., Beasley, Allen Crow Methvin, Portis & Miles, P.C. and Dicello Levitt Gutzler LLC.
The Ram 1500 Class Action Lawsuit is Effie Johnson Norman, v. FCA US, LLC, Case No. 2:22-cv-11393-TGB-CI in the U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan.
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694 thoughts onRAM 1500 class action alleges vehicles have water intrusion defect
My 2019 Ram 1500 has a leaking back window affecting electrical components. 76940 miles. Out of pocket to fix is 1466 dollars just for diagnosis and window. Still have to pay another 300 for installation…. I have the extended warranty up to 85 months.
2019 RAM 1500 CLASSIC Crew Cab 4×4 with 23K miles. Am currently dealing with a serious cabin leak behind the rear seat. Dealer tried unsuccessfully to fix it. Come on, Chrysler!!!
2019 ram 1500. Just had rear window and brake light replaced. Still have condensation!! Come on !! Why waste my time and money??? Seriously, it’s not rocket science so they must be screwing us on purpose
My 2019 Ram 1500 limited has had the rear window, third break light, & headliner replaced. The water destroyed the electrical parts behind the back seat. Just came home from vacation to find the dash covered in water from condensation on the front windshield. The truck won’t start now. Three week wait to get it into the dealer.
My Ram 1500 has leaks and water marks on the ceiling of the cab inside
I’m having an issue I noticed for the past two weeks the condensation in the inside of my 2020 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie. Took to dealer said something about hose in front. Well guess what that wasn’t the issue because I did some investigation of my own and noticed in back seat some build up of water most likely from back window area. I will not tolerate a dealership making excuses for flaws with their vehicles that we all pay lots of hard working money for! Fix what should be fix and make the customer satisfied not angry and upset.
I am having the same issue with my 2016 Ram 1500. I already replaced the rear window and would like to get my headliner replaced and get some restitution for my out of pocket expenses.
We have a 2020 Ram Rebel it has mold in the rear cab on drivers side. How do we get our name on the class action lawsuit.
Rear window was replaced at 35k miles, is now leaking again. Mopar extended warranty refused to cover. Mopar refuses to warranty the previously covered repair.
Leaking rear window 2021 Ram 1500 with less than 25000 miles.