Recall 17V198000: 2016–2017 Ram 1500

Report received

Mar 23, 2017

Manufacturer

Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Potentially affected

30vehicles

Model years

2016–2017

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 (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.

Possible consequence

A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2016 Ram 15001,554 complaints
• 2017 Ram 1500884 complaints