NHTSA Recall 12V474000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V474000; Date: Oct. 2, 2012
If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Dodge Dakota; 2010 Dodge Dakota; 2009 Dodge Ram 1500; 2010 RAM 1500
Component: Power Train:driveline:differential Unit
Manufactured by: Chrysler Group Llc
Affected Units:: 44,300
Recall Summary:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, ram 1500 and Dodge dakota trucks, manufactured from July 1, 2009, through November 30, 2009, because the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a lack of adhesive.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Recall Notes:
Chrysler's recall campaign number is m34. 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.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 17, 2013
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