The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15V541000·Announced 2015-08-26

FCA Recalls 2013-2014 Ram Trucks Due to Track Bar Weld Defect

FCA is recalling 2013-2014 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks because inadequate welds may cause front track bar brackets to separate, 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 (inadequate welds on steering components) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 2500 trucks and 2013-2014 Ram 3500 trucks and cab chassis. The affected vehicles were manufactured between October 9, 2012, and July 29, 2014. The recall involves approximately 149,080 vehicles.

The defect involves inadequate welds securing the front track bar frame brackets. If these bracket components separate from the frame, the vehicle may become more difficult to steer and control, which increases the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install a reinforcement bracket over the front track bar bracket. This recall began on February 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
RAM 3500, 2500
Brand
RAM
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Light Truck
Hazard
Affected units
149,080

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)

  • 3500
  • 2500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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