RAM 4500 2015: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V468000

Make Model Year
RAM 4500 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2015-09-17 2015-07-27 2015-07-27

Production Dates: 2015-01-30 - 2015-02-06

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: R34

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 199

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain model year 2015 Ram 4500, and 5500 pickup trucks manufactured January 30, 2015, to February 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may have inadequate penetration of the front upper control arm loop to spacer weld, reducing the front suspension stability.

Consequence

A reduction of suspension stability control could affect control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began on September 17, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R34.

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.