Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - LINKAGES | ||||||||||||||||
| 09E001000 | CHRYSLER LLC | E (Equipment) | 18000 | 06/06/2009 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 01/13/2009 | 01/15/2009 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Chrysler is recalling 18,000 aftermarket steering linkages used for service on some my 2003 through 2008 dodge ram heavy duty pickup trucks. the subject linkages may experience drag link inner tie rod to pitman arm ball stud fracture, also, the steering linkage damper attaching bracket may yeild and shift on the linkage. the part numbers of the affected assemblies is 52122362aa through 52122362ad. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could result in a loss of steering control and the restricted ability to turn the vehicle in one direction increasing the risk of a crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the steering linkage drag link inner tie rod end assembly, and inspect the steering linkage damper bracket free of charge. the recall began on june 6, 2009. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Chrysler recall no. h46.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 07/01/2011 | 111046 | ||
| The left tie rod end dropped off my vehicle while backing into my driveway. there have been recalls issued on similar trucks. dodge offers no help on my vehicle because recalls are vin specific. to repair the cost was $1062. if dodge hadn't redesigned the parts, my cost would have been $0 due to the 3 year/36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty we purchased with the truck. (it was a used truck when we purchased it.) why haven't all of these trucks been recalled for this issue? i suppose the fact that there have been no deaths or major property damage will be the reason. this is a major hit to me and my family. we need the truck. we need the $1000 it cost to repair. dodge says the only way they can help me is if the nhtsa expands the recall. i know that won't happen but would you please think about me and my family's dilemma the next time you issue a non-life threatening recall. i thought recalls were all inclusive. guess i thought wrong. thanks for listening. | |||
| 07/15/2010 | 30035 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram. while driving approximately 45 mph the front tire started shaking back and forth violently making the contact lose control of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the technician stated the steering dampener needed to be replaced and the vehicle needed front end alignment.the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 30,035. ds | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | |||
| 04/16/2009 | 34368 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram. the contact stated that the tie rods are faulty. she took the vehicle to the dealer, but they did not have the necessary part to repair the vehicle. they stated that they would notify the contact when the part arrived. the vehicle failed inspection due to the tie rods. she believes that the vehicle is unsafe to drive. the dealer stated that the vehicle could be driven in the interim, but could not guarantee her safety. the vehicle is still under warranty and is currently at the dealer. the failure and current mileages were 34,368. | |||