2005 Dodge Ram 1500 — Power train: driveline: differential unit
Published December 16, 2014 · Recall initiated: December 16, 2014
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14V796000, published December 16, 2014. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 — Power train: driveline: differential unit.
What's the hazard
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 28, 2004, to August 3, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized spline on the pinion gear.
What to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a retention feature to the pinion nut, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2015, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P77.
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Recall details
- Brand
- DODGE
- Model
- RAM 1500
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2005 DODGE RAM 1500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 — Power train: driveline: differential unit recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V796000 on December 16, 2014. Reported hazard: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 28, 2004, to August 3, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized spline on the pinion gear.
What should I do if I have this product?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a retention feature to the pinion nut, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2015, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P77.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DODGE. Model: RAM 1500.