RAM 4500 2012: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V344000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 4500 | 2012 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-10-17 | 2013-08-06 | 2013-08-09 |
Production Dates: 2012-05-03 - 2012-08-07
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: N50
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 85
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler Group LLC "Chrysler" is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 3500 trucks manufactured May 4, 2012, through August 7, 2012; and model year 2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured May 3, 2012, through August 7, 2012. Due to a loose snap ring inside the transmission, there may be a loss of power transfer through the transmission to the wheels.
An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission assembly free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N50.
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.
