NHTSA recall 16V301000
Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft
RAM 1500
Reported May 16, 201664 vehicles affectedChrysler (FCA US LLC)Maker’s number S32Built Feb 19, 2016 – Mar 3, 2016
The defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.
The risk
A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.