Defect Description For Recall
Chrysler Group Llc (Chrysler) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 Chrysler 300 Awd, Dodge Charger Awd, And Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 Vehicles Equipped With ZF All Wheel Drive (“Awd”) 8Hp45 Transmissions. In The Affected Vehicles, The Transmission Output Shaft May Fracture.
Make Of Vehicle
RAM
Model Of Vehicle
1500
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V610000
Component Description
Power Train:Automatic Transmission
Effect Of Defect
The Transmission Output Shaft Fracture Could Result In A Loss Of Power, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. Additionally, If The Parking Brake Is Not Applied Before Exiting The Vehicle, The Vehicle May Roll Away Despite The Transmission Being Placed In ‘Park’.
Fix Defect
Chrysler Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Transmissions, As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 31, 2014. Customers May Contact Chrysler At 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’S Recall Number Is N65.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Chrysler Group Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20130112
End Of Manufacture
20130627
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4194
Date Owners Notified
20140331
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)
Date Report Received
20131206
Make Campaign Number
N65