RAM 1500 2013: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V610000

Make Model Year
RAM 1500 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-03-31 2013-12-06 2013-12-06

Production Dates: 2013-01-12 - 2013-06-27

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: N65

Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4194

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler Group LLC "Chrysler" is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD, and Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with ZF all wheel drive ""AWD"" 8HP45 transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission output shaft may fracture.

Consequence

The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park'.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is N65.

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.