Dodge official notice describes a safety defect, but the details were not provided in plain language.
The short version
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC reported a problem with the driveline differential unit. Here is what owners need to know.
The official notice describes a safety defect, but the details were not provided in plain language.
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.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 12V-474.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2009–2010 | Dodge Dakota |
| 2009–2010 | Dodge Ram |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
Drive one of these? Check your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.
Check your VINWhat this record means
Data from the NHTSA recall database. A clean VIN check means no open federal recalls for that vehicle — not that it never had one.
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