The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·13V288000·Announced 2013-07-02

Chrysler Recalls 2013 RAM Trucks Due to Track Bar Bolt Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks because an incorrect bolt may break, causing the vehicle to pull to one side and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (track bar bolt) that can cause the vehicle to pull to one side, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured between January 22, 2013, and March 8, 2013. The recall addresses a defect where an incorrect bolt may have been used to attach the track bar to the frame.

The incorrect attaching bolt may break or fall out, resulting in the vehicle suddenly pulling to one side, which increases the risk of a crash. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the track bar fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2013.

Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753 for more information. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N41. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
RAM 5500, 4500
Brand
RAM
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Category
Vehicle — Light Truck
Hazard
Affected units
747

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • 5500
  • 4500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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