2010 Ram 1500 problems
The Ram pickup (marketed as the Dodge Ram until 2010) is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America (formerly Chrysler Group LLC and FCA US LLC) and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.
Previously, Ram was part of the Dodge line of light trucks. The name Ram was first used in 1981 model year Dodge Trucks in October 1980, following the retiring and rebadging of the Dodge D series pickup trucks as well as B-series vans, though the company had used a ram's-head hood ornament on some trucks as early as 1933.
Ram trucks have been named Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year eight times; the second-generation Ram won the award in 1994, the third-generation Ram heavy-duty won the award in 2003, the fourth-generation Ram Heavy Duty won in 2010 and the fourth-generation Ram 1500 won in 2013 and 2014, and the current fifth-generation Ram pickup became the first truck in history to win the award three times, winning in 2019, 2020, and 2021.
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Common 2010 Ram 1500 problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2010 Ram 1500, several common problems have been reported:
- Engine Turning Off While Driving: Owners have experienced issues with the engine turning off while driving, which can be a serious safety concern. This problem can lead to sudden loss of power and control over the vehicle, posing a risk of accidents and injuries.
- Lifters Wearing Out the Camshaft: Another common problem reported is the wear of lifters causing damage to the camshaft. This issue can affect the engine's performance, leading to poor acceleration, rough idling, and potential engine failure if not addressed promptly.
- Engine Turning Over But Not Starting: Some owners have faced difficulties with the engine turning over but failing to start. This problem can be frustrating and may indicate issues with the fuel system, ignition components, or other engine-related issues that require thorough diagnosis.
- Drivetrain, Transmission, Suspension, and Electrical Issues: Apart from engine-related problems, owners have also reported issues with the drivetrain, transmission, suspension, and electrical systems. These issues can impact the overall performance, safety, and reliability of the vehicle, requiring comprehensive inspections and repairs.
- Poor Power-to-MPG Ratio: The power-to-MPG ratio of the 2010 Ram 1500 has been highlighted as subpar compared to other trucks from the same years. This can result in higher fuel consumption and operational costs for owners, affecting the overall efficiency and affordability of the vehicle.
These common problems with the 2010 Ram 1500 can lead to safety hazards, performance issues, and increased maintenance costs for owners. Addressing these issues promptly through proper diagnosis and repairs is crucial to ensure the vehicle's reliability and safety on the road.
2010 Ram 1500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ram 1500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Steering problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2010 Ram 1500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2010 Ram 1500
The NHTSA has received 467 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2010 Ram 1500. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2010 Ram 1500 vehicles.
2024-05-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-12
- VIN: 1D7RV1GP5AS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While driving my 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab, the key fob (FOBIK) has fallen out of the ignition while actively driving. The key can be removed from the ignition while actively driving with little to no effort. Upon this happening, the vehicle sometimes remains fully operable, at times it remains driving but looses speedometer, wipers, heat/ac, running/brake lights and turn signals, or the vehicle will completely shut off, losing all function and drivability to include power steering. In one instance, the vehicle remained driving but lost wipers and lights during a night time storm. On another occasion, the vehicle lost all drivability traveling at a high rate of speed at night with traffic on a highway in a rural area with no streetlights. This defect has provided for a multitude of highly dangerous events while driving. There IS a recall (recall ref K08) describing this exact issue, however my VIN was not included in the recall and is not being recognized and or honored for recall repair by local Chrysler Dodge Dealerships or by Chrysler Headquarters. Chrysler Headquarters customer service communicated it is the responsibility of the NHTSB to add my VIN to the recall in order for the repair or replacement of the faulty WIN module along with replacement and programming of key fobs to be covered. This repair is estimated to cost $2500.
2024-02-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-15
- VIN: 1D7RB1CT7AS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WIN module failure. When driving down the road/highway, the vehicle will turn off with no warning of any problems. The key can be removed while the vehicle is still running. The vehicle will start up with the key cranked diagonally but when released the vehicle dies making it more difficult to start the vehicle after it dies while driving down the road/highway. When a bump is hit in the road the key moves and the vehicle dies. We have spoken to the local Dodge dealership who confirmed that it is a WIN module issue while servicing the vehicle due to other recalls as well as several locksmiths.
2023-10-24
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-23
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT9AS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Wireless ignition module fails and will stall out the engine. This can happen at speed or stopped. Wireless ignition module will intermittently fail and cause a loss of power at speed causing no power steering or power brakes
2023-05-06
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-22
- VIN: 1D7RB1GK9AS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The frame has rusted thru, the fuel tank strap has failed and the fuel tank has dropped. If this had happened while driving, it could have killed him and many others. Upon researching for information, we found recall U04/nhsta 18v-160 which stated this document replaced service bulletin TSB# 1400218 - all for this exact problem. This was a regional recall/extended warranty and was not issued for vehicles in our region. But this document does state that should any vehicle meet the criteria described (make date range, model year, and problem) that that vehicle should be covered. My fathers truck meets all 3 criteria. Upon calling FCA (Fiat, Chrysler Automobiles), who issued the document, we were told that we aren't able to be included in this issue, since we don't have a recall listed and also because the recall turned from a recall to an extended warranty that expired in 2022. If this is a known issue why is there an expiration date on the repair of it? My father's truck only has about 67,000 miles on it, which is probably why the problem is only presenting now. And if we had known there was a possible chance that this could happen, why weren't we informed to check it? He is the original owner of the vehicle and we are appalled at the FCA repsonse. The document in reference is attached.
2023-01-31
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-30
- VIN: 1D7RV1CTXAS
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: This incident has happened several times while driving on the road. When driving at slow speeds, approaching a red light, or slowing down to make a left or right turn, the vehicle shuts off without warning. The power steering and brakes stop working, making the car hard to handle. I have to put it in neutral, restart the vehicle, and start it back up without any problems. This is a very well-maintained vehicle and a daily driver. The car has 172000 miles on it. I have done internet research on this, and it seems to be a very common thing with Dodge Ram Trucks.
2023-01-24
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-23
- VIN: 1D7RB1CT2AS
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: [XXX] My truck sway at 65mph, like a drunk person driving. Scary. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2022-11-18
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-04
- VIN: 1D7RB1CT2AS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the ESP, traction control, and ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the tire pressure pump was replaced but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and they stated that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the part was no longer available. The failure mileage was 108,000.
2022-11-12
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-12
- VIN: 1D7RV1CTXAS
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: My 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 shuts off without warning. The incident frequently happens when I am driving at city speeds. If I am turning, the vehicle shuts off, and the power steering also cuts off, causing problems turning the steering wheel. When I am driving straight, there are no warning lights on the dashboard, and the vehicle shuts down. This is very dangerous while going.
2022-11-07
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-02
- VIN: 3d7jb1ekxag
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: i recieved a recall for the rear axle pinion nut, took truck in and was told my truck was not involved. then i recieved another recall for the same thing and took truck in and they installed a retainer on the nut and this was supposed to fix the problem. now at 85,000 miles the pinion came loose so the retainer was not the answer. took to dealer and they want me to pay then try to get my money back from chrysler. i think chrysler should fix it at there cost because they knew they had a bad product to start with. truck is well taken care of not beaten normal driving. there is no way a rear end should go out at 85,000 miles. sent a notice to chrysler complaint dept but no responce, gues they just dont care.hope you do
2022-09-13
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-08
- VIN: 1d7rv1gt2as
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Charging system failure at pcm causing low voltage and battery will not charge causing the vehicle to become disabled. I was on the interstate battery light came Om with system Low voltage code for engine light. The truck shut off and I was left without power steering or brakes. doing 75mph. Voltage regulator is in pcm and pcm needs replaced. Vehicle is still out of commission
2022-04-19
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-19
- VIN: 3D7JV1ET4AG
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The vehicle was repaired under recall, but was not correctly fixed. Now the rear differential is totally shot with no warning. My dealer says it will not be covered under recall warranty since I was not the owner at the time of the recall repair.
2022-01-30
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-20
- VIN: 1D7RB1CTXAS
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Failure in cam and lifters, this am I going problem that needs to be addressed. These repairs should be covered 100% by Dodge / Ram.
2022-01-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-03
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT1AS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The truck has shut down completely while turning into busy intersections and crossing highways we have been lucky to have been not hit by oncoming traffic. You have to put the truck in park and restart the vehicle. It has been to the dealership in the past and couldn’t be replicated. It shows no faults just shuts off for no reason this has happened 5 times in 3 months, 8 in a year,
2022-01-20
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-11
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3D7JV1EP7AG
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle driving speed limit of 65 when all of a sudden check engine light came on and off a few times. Driver pulled over to side of road and raised hood. Waiting on tow truck and vehicle caught fire in engine compartment.
2021-10-25
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-25
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT6AS
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: When I go to get fuel, the tank takes the fuel slower than it should. And if does start to accept the fuel at the pace in which the pumps deliver it, it then overflows.
2021-10-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-30
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT6AS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: When going to start the vehicle, the key fob has to be turned multiple times. I have had the key reinstalled by a lock Smith. He stated this issue is common with the dodge key fobs. This could be a safety issue if you were to be somewhere in the woods or such and your vehicle did not start.
2021-03-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-21
- VIN: 3D7JB1EK8AG
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED CAUSING THE TURN SIGNALS, THE SPEEDOMETER, AND THE FANS TO MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH THE WIRELESS IGNITION NODE NEEDING TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT RELATED THE FAILURE TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V200000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE BUT INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN WAS NOT UNDER RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 53,200.
2021-02-25
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-12
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT4AS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIRBAG LIGHT IN MY TRUCK CAME ON IN SEPTEMBER OF 2018. I HAVE HAD IT CHECKED OUT AND THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE IS NOT WORKING. I HAVE CONTACTED DODGE ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS TO ORDER THE PART HOWEVER IT HAS BEEN ON AN INDEFINITE BACKORDER FOR THE PAST FEW YEARS. THE LAST TIME I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP WAS THIS PAST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021. I ALSO CONTACTED THE CHRYSLER CARE LINE IN JANUARY 2021. I AM AWARE THAT THERE WAS A CIVIL ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THIS PART DATING BACK TO AROUND 2017. THIS IS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE MY TRUCK DOES NOT HAVE WORKING AIRBAGS. I AM ASKING FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE IN FIXING OR SETTLING THIS ISSUE.
2021-01-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-22
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT8AS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: HEAD BOLTS THAT BREAK AND TRANSMISSION STUCK IN FOURTH GEAR AND NOW CAM SHAFT SENSORS HAD REPAIRS DONE BUT IT KEEPS HAPPENING BOUGHT TRUCK NEW IN MOTION EVERY TIME THIS TIME IT WAS ON 1/22/21 OTHERS IN 17-18-19-21
2021-01-19
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-01
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT HAD TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL TO ATTEMPT TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD START INTERMITTENTLY, AS WELL AS MAKE AN ABNORMAL CRACKING SOUND WHILE DOING SO. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE FEDERICO CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (1875 E EDWARDSVILLE RD, WOOD RIVER, IL 62095, (618) 254-1000) HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2021-01-12
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-08
- VIN: 3D7JB1EK1AG
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I'M GETTING NO WARM AIR FROM THE HEATING SYSTEM, AND I THINK THIS HAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH RECALL K17
2021-01-08
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-10
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT4AS
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TRUCK BROKE DOWN WHEN DRIVING CITY STREET NORMAL CONDITIONS. DRIVE SHAFT FELL OFF AND BROKE IN TWO. RELATED TO SAFETY RECALL N08 - REAR AXLE PINION NUT OPENED APRIL 2013. EXTENSIVE DAMAGE DONE TO TRUCK, $13K OR SO IN PARTS ALONE OR MORE THAN TRUCK VALUE. HAD MY TRUCK SINCE JUNE 2020, JUST NOW INFORMING ME THEY WILL NOT COVER ANY DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE SAFETY RECALL ISSUE (ONLY THE RECALL REPAIRS WHICH IS MINIMAL). DO I HAVE ANY RECOURSE WITH CHRYSLER? ARE THEY CORRECT IN THEIR HANDLING OR DO THEY OWE ME SOME KIND OF FAIR SETTLEMENT PAYOUT SINCE THE DAMAGES ARE WORTH MORE THAN THE TRUCK VALUE (TRADE IN AROUND $12K).
2020-09-24
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-24
- VIN: 1D7RV1GT6AS
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TRUCK SHAKES IN THE BACK WHILE DRIVING.
2020-09-23
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-31
- VIN: 1D7RV1GT6AS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WE HAVE A 2010 DODGE RAM 1500 THAT WAS PURCHASED USED FROM A DEALER ON 8/15/19. VIN RECORDS INDICATE THAT RECALL WORK WAS PERFORMED IN 2014 TO SECURE THE PINION NUT. ON 8/31/20, WE WERE DRIVING AND HEARD A LOUD SOUND, OUR VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE, FISHTAIL AND THE REAR END LOCKED UP CAUSING US TO COME TO A STOP SIDEWAYS ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC JUST MISSING HITTING A PEDISTRIAN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHOM AFTER INSPECTION STATED THERE WAS NO SECUREMENT DEVICE IN PLACE WHICH RESULTED IN THE PINION NUT COMING OUT CAUSING OUR DRIVESHAFT TO FALL OUT AND THE REAR END LOCK UP.
2020-09-20
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-31
- VIN: 1D7RV1GT6AS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: ON 8/31/20 WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET (SHORTLY AFTER EXITING THE HIGHWAY) WE HEARD A LOUD SOUND, OUR VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE, FISHTAIL AND THE REAR END LOCKED UP CAUSING US TO COME TO A STOP SIDEWAYS ACROSS TWO LANES OF TRAFFIC. WE BARELY MISSED HITTING A PEDISTRIAN. THE DRIVESHAFT HAD FALLEN OUT. AFTER A MECHANIC INSPECTION FOR REPAIRS, WE WERE TOLD THE PINION NUT CAME OUT WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVE SHAFT TO FALL OUT AND THE REAR END TO LOCK UP.*DT
2010 Ram 1500 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2010 Ram 1500.
2018-03-08
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.
- Consequence: If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04.
2017-12-20
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
- Consequence: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.
2013-02-06
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
- Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline that can allow relative motion between the nut and companion flange.
- Consequence: If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
- Remedy: On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N08.
2012-10-02
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
- Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, Ram 1500 and Dodge Dakota trucks, manufactured from July 1, 2009, through November 30, 2009, because the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a lack of adhesive.
- Consequence: If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
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