2012 Dodge RAM 4500 and Dodge RAM 5500 recall: axle assembly

Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall on June 4, 2013. It covers about 5,622 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 5,622
reported: Jun 4, 2013
owners notified: May 1, 2014
related complaints: 14

Power train: axle assembly

What is wrong: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured February 2, 2012, to December 22, 2012. Due to a welding issue with the front axle carrier, the front drive shaft may fracture and result in a loss of motive power and damage to surrounding components if the shaft continues to spin.
Risk: Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace or repair the front axle assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N26.

Recall number 13V239000

Affected vehicles

Dodge RAM 4500 2012 2012
Dodge RAM 5500 2012 2012

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about transmission problems.

2012 Dodge RAM 4500 2012 Dodge RAM 5500

Questions about recall 13V239000

Is there a recall on the 2012 Dodge RAM 4500 and Dodge RAM 5500 axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 13V239000, reported on June 4, 2013, covers about 5,622 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V239000?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace or repair the front axle assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N26.

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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