Your 2019 Ram 1500 pickup truck's transfer case might not have been installed correctly, which could cause the vehicle to get stuck in neutral.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose power while driving, which might increase the risk of a crash, or you won't be able to shift your truck into 'PARK'.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! A dealership will replace your transfer case at no cost to you. They'll be in touch with you to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel drive. A gear within the transfer case may not have been installed correctly, possibly causing the vehicle to become stuck in neutral. If this occurs while driving, there could be a sudden loss of power. Additionally, a loss of 'PARK' function may occur.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A sudden loss of power or a loss of 'PARK' function may increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W06.
The driveshaft in your Ram 1500 is like a long rod that connects the transmission to your wheels. In some 2018-2019 models, the joint where the driveshaft meets the yoke might not be welded properly, which could cause it to crack or break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the driveshaft breaks, it could fly off and become a road hazard, or you might lose power to your wheels, both of which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the driveshaft with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and it's free to do so.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The rear driveshaft may have an incomplete weld fusion between the tube and tube yoke, which may lead to weld cracking or the driveshaft fracturing.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fractured rear driveshaft could detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, or it may result in a loss of drive power, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The FCA US recall number is V48.
The rear differential in your RAM 1500 is a critical part that helps your rear wheels turn smoothly. In some 2018-2019 models, it might not have been filled with enough oil, which could cause it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear axle assembly fails, you could lose power to the rear wheels or they could lock up, making it hard to steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will check the oil level in your rear differential and replace it if it's not filled correctly – free of charge. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 RAM 1500 trucks. The rear differential may have been insufficiently filled, possibly resulting in its failure.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the rear axle assembly fails, it can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels may lock up. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle oil level. Rear axles with an insufficient amount of oil will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U88.