RAM 1500 2016: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V301000

Make Model Year
RAM 1500 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-07-05 2016-05-16 2016-05-16

Production Dates: 2016-02-19 - 2016-03-03

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: S32

Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 64

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.

Consequence

A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.

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.