NHTSA Recall # | 69793 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 10V657000 |
MFG Compaign # | K28 |
Manufacturer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
Supplier | DODGE |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | RAM |
Model Year | 2011 |
Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
Date of notification | 07/03/11 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/08/07 |
End date of manufacturing | 30/09/10 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 24/12/10 |
Report created | 29/12/10 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 15271 |
Defect summary | 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. |
Consequence summary | Loss of steering control of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall notes | Chrysler safety recall no. K28. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov . |