NHTSA recall 12V-474 (12V474000)
power train recall reported October 2, 2012 - about 44,300 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 12V474000
- Also written as
- 12V-474
- Manufacturer number
- M34
- Reported
- October 2, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- ~44,300
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, Ram 1500 and Dodge Dakota trucks, manufactured from July 1, 2009, through November 30, 2009, because the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a lack of adhesive.
Why it is dangerous
If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 12V-474 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.