2015 Ram 4500 and Ram 5500 recall: upper arm

Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on July 27, 2015. It covers about 199 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 199
reported: Jul 27, 2015
owners notified: Sep 17, 2015
related complaints: 2

Suspension: front: control arm: upper arm

What is wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ram 4500, and 5500 pickup trucks manufactured January 30, 2015, to February 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may have inadequate penetration of the front upper control arm loop to spacer weld, reducing the front suspension stability.
Risk: A reduction of suspension stability control could affect control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began on September 17, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R34.

Recall number 15V468000

Affected vehicles

Ram 4500 2015 2015
Ram 5500 2015 2015

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about suspension problems.

Questions about recall 15V468000

Is there a recall on the 2015 Ram 4500 and Ram 5500 upper arm?

Yes. Recall 15V468000, reported on July 27, 2015, covers about 199 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V468000?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began on September 17, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R34.

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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