NHTSA recall 13V-344 (13V344000)
power train recall reported August 6, 2013 - about 85 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 13V344000
- Also written as
- 13V-344
- Manufacturer number
- N50
- Reported
- August 6, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- ~85
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 3500 trucks manufactured May 4, 2012, through August 7, 2012; and model year 2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured May 3, 2012, through August 7, 2012. Due to a loose snap ring inside the transmission, there may be a loss of power transfer through the transmission to the wheels.
Why it is dangerous
An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission assembly free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N50.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 13V-344 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 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.