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NHTSA Recall 12V474000

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNITOct 2, 2012· CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

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.

Affected Vehicles

YearMakeModel
2009DodgeDakota
2009DodgeRAM 1500
2010RAM1500

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