Recall
Dodge Ram 5500 — 13V239000
NHTSA ID
13V239000
Make
Dodge
Model
Ram 5500
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2013-06-04
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
5,622
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
N26
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.