Recall 13V344000: 2012 Dodge RAM 3500 and 2 other models
- Report received
- Aug 6, 2013
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler Group LLC
- Potentially affected
- 85vehicles
- Model years
- 2012
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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.
Possible consequence
An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2012 Dodge RAM 3500366 complaints
- 2012 Dodge RAM 450010 complaints
- 2012 Dodge RAM 550040 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.