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2011 RAM 1500

4 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

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Known Safety Recalls

Critical #18V160000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The part that holds your fuel tank in place on your Dodge Ram 1500 is a metal bracket called the 'T-Slot' bracket. In areas with salty roads and rainy weather, this bracket can rust and weaken, making the tank unstable.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tank falls and touches the ground, you could get a fuel leak, which might cause a fire if there's an ignition source like a spark or flame nearby. This could lead to a significant risk of a car fire.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will add extra support to the bracket to prevent it from rusting, and this repair is completely free. Once you receive the recall notice, schedule an appointment to get the work done immediately.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04.
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Critical #17V821000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The column shift lever in your vehicle is the part that lets you switch gears using a lever on the steering column. In certain 2011-2017 Ram models, this lever can malfunction if you press the brake pedal for a long time while in PARK.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lever gets stuck, you could accidentally shift into gear without pressing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition. This could make your vehicle roll away, potentially causing injury or a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the vehicle's software, inspect the lever, and replace it if needed, all at no cost to you. They'll get in touch with you soon, and you should schedule the fix as soon as you can.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.
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Critical #13V038000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
What Happened
The rear differential in your vehicle is a crucial part that connects the wheels to the transmission. In some 2009-2012 Ram 1500, 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2009 Chrysler Aspen, and 2009 Dodge Durango models, the pinion nut that holds the differential in place can come loose due to a design flaw.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pinion nut loosens, your rear axle can lock up without warning, causing you to lose control of your vehicle. This could lead to a crash, and you might not even get a chance to react.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will install a pinion nut retainer, which is a free repair. Alternatively, you may choose from three other options: have the original repair done, have your vehicle repurchased at a fair market value plus 10%, or receive an additional incentive towards purchasing a new vehicle from Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Fiat. You'll receive a notification with your options on August 31, 2015, and you can contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline that can allow relative motion between the nut and companion flange.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N08.
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High Priority #10V656000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE

Manufacturer
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's rear axle spindle could have a faulty bearing that's causing a grinding or growling noise, which can lead to a complete failure.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bearing fails, your vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Chrysler will install a free oil port insert into your rear axle at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RAM 1500 TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH DECEMBER 2010. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE EXPERIENCE A NOISE (GROWL, GRIND) COMING FROM THE REAR AXLE BEARING WHICH COULD EVENTUALLY SEIZE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A FAILURE OF THE BEARING COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO STALL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL INSTALL AN OIL PORT INSERT INTO THE REAR AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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