Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel EGR Cooler Class Action Settlement
Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel EGR Cooler Class Action Settlement
FCA US LLC agreed to settle a class action alleging that 2014-2019 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel trucks had defective Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) coolers that could crack, leak coolant, and cause engine fires. Class members can claim up to $3,000 for a truck fire, reimbursement for tow, rental car, and coolant costs, and a free 5-year warranty extension on EGR cooler repairs.
Reimbursement pool
$750K
For tow, rental, and coolant claims
Truck fire payment
$3,000
Per EGR-caused fire with proof
Claim deadline
Closed
Was May 16, 2026
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Do you qualify?
You are a Class Member if ALL of the following apply:
- You purchased or leased in the United States a Model Year 2014-2019 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Truck
- Your truck was manufactured between June 12, 2013 and October 23, 2019
- No proof needed for warranty extension, the 5-year extended EGR cooler coverage applies automatically to your vehicle
- You did not previously opt out of the Class (the February 8, 2026 exclusion deadline has passed)
- Excluded: FCA US and its affiliates, officers, directors, and employees; any judge assigned to this case; and owners who previously released their claims in an individual settlement with FCA US
Not sure if your truck qualifies? Call the Settlement Administrator at 1-888-885-2707 with your VIN ready, or visit ecodieselegrcoolercase.com.
What happened
The lawsuit alleges that Model Year 2014-2019 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Trucks and 1500 Classic Trucks, manufactured between June 12, 2013 and October 23, 2019, contained defective Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) coolers that were susceptible to thermal fatigue. Plaintiffs allege the coolers could crack over time and leak coolant, which in some cases caused combustion inside the intake manifold and led to vehicle fires.
FCA US denies the allegations and has not been found liable for any claims in the lawsuit. The Court has not made any final decision on the merits of Plaintiffs' claims. The parties agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of continued litigation, and the Court granted preliminary approval on September 11, 2025.
How to file a claim
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Confirm your truck is eligible
Locate your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and confirm your truck is a Model Year 2014-2019 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel manufactured between June 12, 2013 and October 23, 2019. You can verify with the Settlement Administrator by phone or on the settlement website.
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Pick your claim type
Warranty extension: automatic, no claim form needed. EGR repair reimbursement: for out-of-pocket EGR cooler replacement costs within 5 years of a Recall VB1 replacement. Tow, rental, and coolant reimbursement: up to $500 per truck for rental car and up to $75 for coolant (from a $750,000 pool, pro rata if exceeded). Truck fire payment: $3,000 flat for a fire caused by a failed EGR cooler. You can submit more than one claim type if each is documented.
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Submit online, by email, or by mail
File the Claim Form online at ecodieselegrcoolercase.com/Home/SubmitClaim, email claims@ecodieselegrcoolercase.com, or mail to: Crawford v. FCA US LLC Settlement Administrator, PO Box 4219, Portland, OR 97208-4219. Attach proof of ownership (VIN), proof of payment, proof of repair, and, for fire claims, a police, insurance, fire department, or repair record linking the fire to the EGR cooler. For Settlement Agreement, notice documents, and case filings, visit ecodieselegrcoolercase.com.
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Receive your payment
Payments begin after the Court finally approves the Settlement and any appeals are resolved. The Fairness Hearing was held on March 17, 2026. The warranty extension is already in place, present your vehicle to an FCA US authorized dealership for covered EGR cooler repairs and no Settlement document is required.
Key dates
- Feb 8, 2026 Opt-out / exclusion deadline Passed
- May 16, 2026 Claim filing deadline Upcoming
- Mar 17, 2026 Final Fairness Hearing (10:00 a.m., Theodore Levin U.S. Courthouse, Detroit) Passed
- TBD (after final approval and any appeals) Payments issued to claimants Pending
The Fairness Hearing was held before Hon. Stephen J. Murphy, III at the Theodore Levin U.S. Courthouse, Courtroom 216, 231 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226. Check ecodieselegrcoolercase.com for updates on final approval and payout timing.
Where the money is going
This is a claims-made settlement. FCA US pays each benefit directly, and attorneys' fees, service awards, and administration costs are paid separately by FCA US and do not reduce the benefits to class members.
All amounts listed above are pending and subject to final court approval at the fairness hearing.
Common questions
How much money will I receive?
It depends on which claim you submit. Fire claims are a flat $3,000 per validated Eligible Truck fire caused by a failed EGR cooler. Rental car reimbursement is capped at $500 per truck and coolant at $75 per claim, all drawn from a $750,000 pool that pays pro rata if total valid claims exceed that cap. EGR cooler repair reimbursement covers your documented out-of-pocket repair costs. Every class member also receives a free 5-year warranty extension on EGR cooler repairs, with no documentation needed.
Do I need to submit proof?
It depends on the benefit. The warranty extension is automatic and requires no documentation. Reimbursement and fire claims do require proof. For tow, rental, and coolant claims you need proof of ownership (VIN), proof of payment, and proof the payment was made in connection with a contemporaneous repair of a failed EGR cooler. For fire claims you need proof of a fire (a police, insurance, or fire department report) and proof the fire was caused by a failed EGR cooler (police, insurance, fire department, or vehicle repair record referencing the EGR cooler or that area of the engine).
What if I didn't receive a notice?
You may still be eligible. Class members were identified using VINs provided by FCA US, but anyone who purchased or leased an Eligible Truck can submit a claim. Call the Settlement Administrator at 1-888-885-2707 with your VIN, or visit ecodieselegrcoolercase.com, to confirm your status and request the claim form.
Does staying in the class affect my right to sue later?
Yes. Unless you excluded yourself by the February 8, 2026 opt-out deadline, you release all claims against FCA US related to the EGR cooler defect in the Eligible Trucks. You are still free to pursue separate claims for death, personal injury, damage to tangible property other than the Eligible Truck, or subrogation. The opt-out deadline has now passed, so there is no longer a way to remove yourself from the Class.
When will payments be sent out?
There is no set date. Payments begin after the Court issues a final approval order and any appeals are resolved. The Fairness Hearing took place on March 17, 2026 before Judge Stephen J. Murphy, III in Detroit. No action is needed after you submit a valid, timely claim, the Settlement Administrator will contact you if your claim is deficient and process approved payments once appeals conclude.
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This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Dapeer Law, P.A. is not the administrator of this settlement and is not affiliated with FCA US LLC, Epiq (the Settlement Administrator), or Proposed Co-Lead Class Counsel (The Miller Law Firm, P.C., Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP, and Robins Kaplan LLP). The case is Crawford, et al. v. FCA US LLC, Civil Action No. 2:20-cv-12341 (SJM)(DRG), pending in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan before Hon. Stephen J. Murphy, III. Class representatives include Bradley Crawford, Christian Christensen, Glenn Brainard, Jacob Lane, Russell Raley, Hank Vanderhulst, Michael O'Brien, Dennis Sullivan, Matthew Ogren, Shaun Graham, Brandon Bailey, Gregory Briggs, Kara Gulbranson, Derek Griesel, Patrick Phelan, James Deale, Paul Maier, Nathan Felker, Greg Gouker, Leroy Mault, Dennis Diaz, Reyes Vargas, Gary Grendahl, Kevin Hunting, Justin Ewing, and Kwaterski Construction, Inc. FCA US denies wrongdoing. This website is attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
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