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2009-2010 Dodge Dakota and Dodge RAM 1500 recall: differential unit

Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall on October 2, 2012. It covers about 44,300 vehicles.

vehicles affected
44,300
reported
Oct 2, 2012
owners notified
Jun 17, 2013
related complaints
473

Power train: driveline: differential unit

What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, Ram 1500 and Dodge Dakota trucks, manufactured from July 1, 2009, through November 30, 2009, because the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a lack of adhesive.
Risk
If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753.

Recall number 12V474000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 473 complaints about transmission problems.

2009 Dodge Dakota2010 Dodge Dakota2009 Dodge RAM 15002010 Dodge RAM 1500

Questions about recall 12V474000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2010 Dodge Dakota and Dodge RAM 1500 differential unit?

Yes. Recall 12V474000, reported on October 2, 2012, covers about 44,300 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V474000?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753.

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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