NHTSA recall 19V-021 (19V021000)
steering recall reported January 25, 2019 - about 795,575 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V021000
- Also written as
- 19V-021
- Manufacturer number
- V06
- Reported
- January 25, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~795,575
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.
Why it is dangerous
A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-021 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.