NHTSA recall 16V-301 (16V301000)
power train recall reported May 16, 2016 - about 64 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V301000
- Also written as
- 16V-301
- Manufacturer number
- S32
- Reported
- May 16, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~64
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.
Why it is dangerous
A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-301 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.