RAM RAM 1500 2008: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
| Make : RAM | Model : RAM 1500 | Year : 2008 |
| Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 13V529000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2014-01-16 | Date Received by ODI: 2013-11-06 | Date Added to Database: 2013-11-07 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: N49 | ||
| Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 265057 | ||
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Summary:
Chrysler Group LLC "Chrysler" is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break. |
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Consequence:
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
Chrysler notified owners in January 2014. On or about February 27, 2014, Chrysler ceased its recall remedy program due to parts quality concerns, and then re-initiated it on or about April 14, 2014. Vehicles will be inspected to determine if they require repair. The repair involves replacement of the steering linkage assembly. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N49 |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
This recall supersedes tie rod recall 11V350. Vehicles that were previously remedied under recall 11V350 are also affected by this campaign. 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. |
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