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Dodge Durango Recall 17V541: Rear Axle Shaft May Disconnect, Causing Loss of Drive

NHTSA campaign 17V541, reported August 31, 2017, 4 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles may have been built with rear axle halfshafts that are too short. If a halfshaft is too short, it can disengage from the differential, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

If you own an affected Durango, contact your authorized Dodge dealer or Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 and reference recall number T55. Dealers will replace both rear halfshafts at no charge. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V541Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles. The vehicles may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.
Risk
If a halfshaft is too short, it may disengage from the differential causing a loss of drive and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace both halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T55.
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.

Affected vehicles

Dodge Durango2017