The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·17E040000·Announced 2017-07-28

Carli Suspension Recalls Adjustable Track Bars for Ram Trucks

Carli Suspension is recalling adjustable track bars for specific Ram trucks because a joint may break, causing loss of steering 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 where a component may break, causing loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Carli Suspension is recalling adjustable track bars, part numbers CS-DPRB03 and CS-DPRB14, sold for use on 2013 and newer Ram 3500 4X4, 2014 and newer Ram 2500 4X4, 2003-2013 Ram 2500 Diesel and Hemi, and 2003-2012 Ram 3500 diesel trucks. The recall involves 2,355 units.

The track bars feature a Johnny Joint rod end that may break. If the joint breaks, the track bar can detach from the axle, resulting in a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

Carli Suspension will notify owners and provide a heim joint to replace the Johnny Joint free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017. Owners may contact Carli Suspension customer service at 1-888-992-2754 or [email protected], or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION recall
Manufacturer
Carli Suspension
Affected units
2,355

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.