CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.
- Risk
- A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20.
- 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
On certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks, the screw that holds the differential pin in place may come loose while driving. If that happens, the differential can break or lock up, which may cause a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either outcome raises the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected truck, you will be notified by Chrysler. Authorized dealers will inspect the differential and replace the differential retaining pin at no cost to you. Owners can also contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, referencing recall number T20. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| RAM 1500 | 20162017 |
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