NHTSA vehicle safety data
2020 Lifeline Ram 5500 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2020 Lifeline Ram 5500 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Lifeline dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 Lifeline Ram 5500. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA #21V384000Reported May 25, 2021 · Life Line Emergency Vehicles
Potentially affected: 36 vehicles
Defect description
Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Dodge 5500 vehicles. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been improperly routed, which could allow it to chafe against suspension components, and result in a brake fluid leak.
Safety consequence
A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brakes and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and replace the rear brake caliper flexible line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification was mailed on May 13, 2020. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317 ext. 132.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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