2003-2011 Dodge RAM 1500, Dodge RAM 2500 and others recall: tie rod assembly
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall on July 6, 2011. It covers about 242,780 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 242,780
- reported
- Jul 6, 2011
- owners notified
- Oct 3, 2011
- related complaints
- 2,399
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 2500/3500 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 3500 cab chassis 4x2, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; and model year 2008 dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through august 15, 2008, because the left tie rod ball stud may fracture. This condition tends to occur during low speed parking lot type maneuvers when the customer is making a tight turn. Additionally, model year 2003-2008 dodge ram 2500/3500 vehicles may have received the affected tie rod assembly as a replacement part during normal service.
- Risk
- This condition could result in the potential loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the tie rod ends for relative orientation and replace the left outer tie rod as required and perform a front end toe alignment as needed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 11V350000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 2,399 complaints about steering problems.
2008 Dodge RAM 15002008 Dodge RAM 25002009 Dodge RAM 25002010 Dodge RAM 25002011 Dodge RAM 25002008 Dodge RAM 35002009 Dodge RAM 35002010 Dodge RAM 35002011 Dodge RAM 3500
Questions about recall 11V350000
Is there a recall on the 2003-2011 Dodge RAM 1500, Dodge RAM 2500 and others tie rod assembly?
Yes. Recall 11V350000, reported on July 6, 2011, covers about 242,780 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 11V350000?
Dealers will inspect the tie rod ends for relative orientation and replace the left outer tie rod as required and perform a front end toe alignment as needed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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