NHTSA recall 16V-559 (16V559000)
steering recall reported July 26, 2016 - about 59 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V559000
- Also written as
- 16V-559
- Manufacturer number
- S58
- Reported
- July 26, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~59
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 RAM 2500 trucks, and RAM 3500 trucks and cab chassis. The affected vehicles may have inadequate welds securing the front track bar frame brackets, possibly resulting in the bracket components separating from the frame.
Why it is dangerous
If the bracket components separate from the frame, the vehicle may have a reduced response to steering input, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld on a new track bar frame bracket or replace the frame of the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S58.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-559 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.