NHTSA Recall 17V198000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V198000; Date: Mar. 23, 2017
A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 RAM 1500; 2017 RAM 1500
Component: Power Train:driveline:differential Unit
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 30
Recall Summary:
Chrysler (fca us LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is t20.
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: Apr 24, 2017
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