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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 10V656000

2011 Dodge Ram 1500 — Suspension: rear: axle: spindle

Published December 29, 2010 · Recall initiated: December 24, 2010

Summary

NHTSA records recall 10V656000, published December 29, 2010 and initiated December 24, 2010. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 — Suspension: rear: axle: spindle.

What's the hazard

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RAM 1500 TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH DECEMBER 2010. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE EXPERIENCE A NOISE (GROWL, GRIND) COMING FROM THE REAR AXLE BEARING WHICH COULD EVENTUALLY SEIZE.

What to do

CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL INSTALL AN OIL PORT INSERT INTO THE REAR AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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Recall details

Brand
DODGE
Model
RAM 1500
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Lot
2011 DODGE RAM 1500
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 — Suspension: rear: axle: spindle recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 10V656000 on December 29, 2010. Reported hazard: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RAM 1500 TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH DECEMBER 2010. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE EXPERIENCE A NOISE (GROWL, GRIND) COMING FROM THE REAR AXLE BEARING WHICH COULD EVENTUALLY SEIZE.

What should I do if I have this product?

CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL INSTALL AN OIL PORT INSERT INTO THE REAR AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DODGE. Model: RAM 1500.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)