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NHTSARecalled Aug 6, 2013 · #13V344000

Loss of Power Transfer/Transmission Snap Ring

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Loss of Power Transfer/Transmission Snap Ring
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Model numbers
2012 RAM
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice