NHTSA Recall 13V239000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V239000; Date: Jun. 4, 2013
Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 RAM 4500; 2012 RAM 5500
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Chrysler Group Llc
Affected Units:: 5,622
Recall Summary:
Chrysler group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 ram 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured February 2, 2012, to December 22, 2012. Due to a welding issue with the front axle carrier, the front drive shaft may fracture and result in a loss of motive power and damage to surrounding components if the shaft continues to spin.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace or repair the front axle assembly, free of charge. The recall began on may 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is n26.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 1, 2014
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