Axle assembly: axle shaftRecall 16V-301 · 2016 Ram 1500
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall 16V-301 covers 64 2016 Ram 1500 for a axle assembly: axle shaft problem, reported to NHTSA on May 16, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q4) shows 80% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V301000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.
The risk
A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
80%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.