NHTSA recall 13V239000
Power train › Axle assembly
Dodge RAM 4500 and 1 more
Reported Jun 4, 20135,622 vehicles affectedChrysler Group LLCMaker’s number N26Built Feb 2, 2012 – Dec 22, 2012
The defect
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.
The risk
Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.
The 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.