RAM 4500 2016: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V495000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 4500 | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-08-11 | 2016-07-01 | 2016-07-01 |
Production Dates: 2015-07-24 - 2015-10-08
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: S48
Component: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 889
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 3500 trucks manufactured July 24, 2015, through January 7, 2016, and 2016 Ram 4500/5500 trucks manufactured July 24, 2015, through October 8, 2015. The transfer case may have been manufactured with a misshapen main output shaft, creating voids that may cause a shaft fracture.
If the main output shaft fractures, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the driver may be unable to place the vehicle in PARK, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S48.
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.
