RAM 4500 2012: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V239000

Make Model Year
RAM 4500 2012
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-05-01 2013-06-04 2013-06-06

Production Dates: 2012-02-02 - 2012-12-22

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

Manufacturer Campaign Number: N26

Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5622

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler Group LLC "Chrysler" is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured February 2, 2012, to December 22, 2012. Due to a welding issue with the front axle carrier, the front drive shaft may fracture and result in a loss of motive power and damage to surrounding components if the shaft continues to spin.

Consequence

Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace or repair the front axle assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N26.

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.