RAM 3500 2016: STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V021000

Make Model Year
RAM 3500 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-03-22 2019-01-25 2019-01-31

Production Dates: 2013-02-07 - 2018-12-29

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: V06

Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 795575

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.

Consequence

A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.

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.