NHTSA Recall 11V350000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V350000; Date: Jul. 6, 2011
This condition could result in the potential loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Dodge Ram 1500; 2003 Dodge Ram 2500; 2004 Dodge Ram 2500; 2005 Dodge Ram 2500; 2006 Dodge Ram 2500; 2007 Dodge Ram 2500; 2008 Dodge Ram 2500; 2009 Dodge Ram 2500; 2003 Dodge Ram 3500; 2004 Dodge Ram 3500; 2005 Dodge Ram 3500; 2006 Dodge Ram 3500; 2007 Dodge Ram 3500; 2008 Dodge Ram 3500; 2009 Dodge Ram 3500; 2010 RAM 2500; 2011 RAM 2500; 2010 RAM 3500; 2011 RAM 3500
Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly
Manufactured by: Chrysler Group Llc
Affected Units:: 242,780
Recall Summary:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Dodge ram 2500/3500 4x4, manufactured from February 14, 2008, through March 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011 Dodge ram 3500 cab chassis 4x2, manufactured from February 14, 2008, through March 28, 2011; and model year 2008 Dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4, manufactured from February 14, 2008, through August 15, 2008, because the left tie rod ball stud may fracture. This condition tends to occur during low speed parking lot type maneuvers when the customer is making a tight turn. Additionally, model year 2003-2008 Dodge ram 2500/3500 vehicles may have received the affected tie rod assembly as a replacement part during normal service.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the tie rod ends for relative orientation and replace the left outer tie rod as required and perform a front end toe alignment as needed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 3, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Chrysler safety recall no. L16. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 3, 2011
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