RAM 3500 2013: STEERING:LINKAGES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18E096000

Make Model Year
RAM 3500 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-12-03 2018-10-16 2018-10-22

Production Dates: 2012-09-09 - 2013-02-05

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis)

Component: STEERING:LINKAGES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 847

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Streetcar ORV LLC "Streetcar" is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles "AEV" 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle.

Consequence

The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500.

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.