NHTSA recall campaign
16V301000
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US LLC)Reported2016-05-16Affected64 vehicles
What was wrong
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.
Risk
A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →
Affected vehicles
1 entryRAM
- 15002016