CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured June 17, 2015, to September 28, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated.
- Risk
- If the rear axle shaft was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a wheel separation could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the axle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R59.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks built between June 17, 2015 and September 28, 2015 may have rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated during manufacturing. An improperly heat treated rear axle shaft can fracture, which may cause a wheel to separate from the vehicle while driving.
A wheel separation can cause a loss of control and increases the risk of a crash. If you own a truck built during this production window, do not ignore this recall. Contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (Chrysler recall number R59), or check your VIN for open recalls.
The remedy is free. An authorized dealer will inspect your vehicle and replace the rear axle assemblies as necessary at no cost to you. Chrysler will also notify affected owners directly.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| RAM 1500 | 20152016 |
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