NHTSA Recall # | 97563 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 13V288000 |
MFG Compaign # | N41 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler Group LLC |
Supplier | RAM |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 5500 |
Model Year | 2013 |
Component | STRUCTURE |
Date of notification | 03/09/13 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 22/01/13 |
End date of manufacturing | 08/03/13 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 02/07/13 |
Report created | 08/07/13 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 747 |
Defect summary | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 ram 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured january 22, 2013, through march 8, 2013. An incorrect bolt may have been used to attach the track bar to the frame. |
Consequence summary | The incorrect attaching bolt may break or fall out, resulting in the vehicle suddenly pulling to one side, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the track bar fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on september 3, 2013. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is n41. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153). |