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2011 RAM 1500 POWER TRAIN Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

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POWER TRAIN Safety Recalls

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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Other RAM 1500 2011 Recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall

Other RAM 1500 Years

2019
29 recalls
2018
15 recalls
2017
13 recalls
2016
17 recalls
2015
18 recalls
2014
17 recalls
2013
12 recalls
2012
7 recalls
2010
4 recalls
2009
2 recalls

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