NHTSA Campaign #13V239000

2012 Ram 5500 Recall

Power Train: Axle Assembly

Issued April 6, 2013 · Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC

Affected model years: 2012
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Vehicles affected: 5,622
Report received: April 6, 2013

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.