NHTSA recall 15V468000
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper arm
RAM 4500 and 1 more
Reported Jul 27, 2015199 vehicles affectedChrysler (FCA US LLC)Maker’s number R34Built Jan 30, 2015 – Feb 6, 2015
The defect
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.
The risk
A reduction of suspension stability control could affect control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.