Defect Description For Recall
Chrysler Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008-2011 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 4X4, Manufactured From February 14, 2008, Through March 28, 2011; Model Year 2008-2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Cab Chassis 4X2, Manufactured From February 14, 2008, Through March 28, 2011; And Model Year 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab 4X4, Manufactured From February 14, 2008, Through August 15, 2008, Because The Left Tie Rod Ball StUD May Fracture. This Condition Tends To Occur During Low Speed Parking Lot Type Maneuvers When The Customer Is Making A Tight Turn. Additionally, Model Year 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Vehicles May Have Received The Affected Tie Rod Assembly As A Replacement Part During Normal Service.
Make Of Vehicle
RAM
Model Of Vehicle
3500
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
11V350000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Could Result In The Potential Loss Of DireCTIonal Stability In The Left Hand Front Wheel, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Tie Rod Ends For Relative Orientation And Replace The Left Outer Tie Rod As Required And Perform A Front End Toe Alignment As Needed. This Service Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On October 3, 2011. Owners May Contact Chrysler At 1-800-853-1403.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Chrysler Group Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20080214
End Of Manufacture
20110328
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
242780
Date Owners Notified
20111003
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)
Date Report Received
20110706
Make Campaign Number
L16