NHTSA Campaign 13V239000

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Issued by Chrysler Group LLC · Reported Jun 4, 2013 · 5,622 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
DODGE RAM 4500 2012 5,622
DODGE RAM 5500 2012 5,622

Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V239000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.