RAM 1500 2010: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12V474000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 1500 | 2010 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-06-17 | 2012-10-02 | 2012-09-28 |
Production Dates: 2009-07-01 - 2009-11-30
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: M34
Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 44300
Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report
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.
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.
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.
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.
