2009 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Dodge Dakota — Power train: driveline: differential unit
Published September 28, 2012 · Recall initiated: October 2, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V474000, published September 28, 2012 and initiated October 2, 2012. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Dodge Dakota — Power train: driveline: differential unit.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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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Recall details
- Brand
- DODGE
- Model
- RAM 1500
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2009 DODGE RAM 1500 | 2010 DODGE RAM 1500 | 2009 DODGE DAKOTA | 2010 DODGE DAKOTA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Dodge Dakota — Power train: driveline: differential unit recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V474000 on September 28, 2012. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DODGE. Model: RAM 1500.