Ram product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 25, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2013–2018 Ram 2500, 3500

Recall number

19V021000

Brand / firm

Ram

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 795,575 units

Why it was recalled

A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.