Recall
Ram 1500 — 15V661000
NHTSA ID
15V661000
Make
Ram
Model
1500
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2015-10-15
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Units Affected
61,859
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
R59
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured June 17, 2015, to September 28, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated.
Consequence
If the rear axle shaft was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a wheel separation could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the axle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R59.