Recall 19V021000: 2013–2018 Ram 3500 and 1 other model
- Report received
- Jan 25, 2019
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Potentially affected
- 795,575vehicles
- Model years
- 2013–2018
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 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.
Possible consequence
A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2014 Ram 2500344 complaints
- 2015 Ram 2500215 complaints
- 2016 Ram 2500259 complaints
- 2017 Ram 2500698 complaints
- 2018 Ram 25002,607 complaints
- 2013 Ram 3500115 complaints
- 2014 Ram 3500202 complaints
- 2015 Ram 3500137 complaints
- 2016 Ram 3500134 complaints
- 2017 Ram 3500315 complaints
- 2018 Ram 3500807 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.