01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2011 Dodge Ram recall campaigns
NHTSA 10V657000
- Component
- STEERING
- Report received
- December 24, 2010
- Potential units
- 15,271campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 4500 and 5500 vehicles. these vehicles may experience a weakening and fracture of the left ball stud on the tie rod resulting in the potential loss of steering.
Why it matters: Loss of steering control of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and replace the left outer tie rod free of charge. the safety recall began on march 7, 2011. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Owner notification: March 7, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
NHTSA 10V616000
- Component
- STEERING
- Report received
- December 7, 2010
- Potential units
- 62,166campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 dodge ram trucks manufactured from march 2009 through october 2010. some vehicles equipped with diesel engine and a hydroboost brake system may be equipped with a power steering reservoir cap with excessive vent pressure levels that may result in brake pedals that are slow to return.
Why it matters: Brake lights that are slow to extinguish could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the power steering reservoir cap free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during february 2011. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Owner notification: February 7, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
NHTSA 10V475000
- Component
- STEERING
- Report received
- October 7, 2010
- Potential units
- 23,237campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring, 300, charger (lx) and dodge challenger (lc), avenger (js), and journey (jc), as well as model year 2011 dodge ram light duty pickup (ds) vehicles. some of these vehicles may experience a separation at the crimped end of the power steering pressure hose assembly.
Why it matters: Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary the power steering pressure hoses free of charge. the safety recall began on december 20, 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Owner notification: December 27, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
NHTSA 10V474000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- October 7, 2010
- Potential units
- 772campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 dodge ram d2, dj, and ds-body vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." some vehicles have been built with certification and/or supplemental tire pressure information labels printed with incorrect weight or seating capacity information.
Why it matters: The misinformation on these labels could lead to, among other things, failure to follow proper vehicle loading specifications that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with replacement certification and/or supplemental tire pressure information labels. at the customer's option, they may take their vehicle to a chrysler dealer for installation. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on december 22, 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Owner notification: December 22, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
02 / COMPONENT BREADTH