Power train: automatic transmissionRecall 13V-344 · Dodge vehicles
Chrysler Group LLC recall 13V-344 covers 85 Dodge vehicles for a power train: automatic transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on August 6, 2013. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q1) shows 85% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V344000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 3500 trucks manufactured May 4, 2012, through August 7, 2012; and model year 2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured May 3, 2012, through August 7, 2012. Due to a loose snap ring inside the transmission, there may be a loss of power transfer through the transmission to the wheels.
The risk
An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission assembly free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N50.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 3, 2012 to August 7, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.