RAM 1500 2019: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V324000

Make Model Year
RAM 1500 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-06-13 2019-04-25 2019-04-25

Production Dates: 2018-03-16 - 2018-04-20

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: V48

Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 10160

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The rear driveshaft may have an incomplete weld fusion between the tube and tube yoke, which may lead to weld cracking or the driveshaft fracturing.

Consequence

A fractured rear driveshaft could detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, or it may result in a loss of drive power, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The FCA US recall number is V48.

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.