Chrysler Steering Linkage – 09E001000

Defect Description For Recall

Chrysler Is Recalling 18,000 Aftermarket Steering Linkages Used For Service On Some My 2003 Through 2008 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks. The Subject Linkages May Experience Drag Link Inner Tie Rod To Pitman Arm Ball StUD Fracture, Also, The Steering Linkage Damper Attaching Bracket May Yeild And Shift On The Linkage. The Part Numbers Of The Affected Assemblies Is 52122362Aa Through 52122362Ad.

Make Of Vehicle

CHRYSLER

Model Of Vehicle

STEERING LINKAGE

Year

9999

Recall Campaign Number

09E001000

Component Description

Steering:Linkages

Effect Of Defect

This Could Result In A Loss Of Steering Control And The Restricted Ability To Turn The Vehicle In One DireCTIon Increasing The Risk Of A Crash Without Warning.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Replace The Steering Linkage Drag Link Inner Tie Rod End Assembly, And Inspect The Steering Linkage Damper Bracket Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On June 6, 2009. Owners May Contact Chrysler At 1-800-853-1403.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Chrysler Llc

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

E

Number Affected

18000

Date Owners Notified

20090606

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)

Date Report Received

20090113

Make Campaign Number

H46

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard