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2017 RAM 2500 STEERING Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for STEERING issues.

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STEERING Safety Recalls

Critical #19V021000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
Your vehicle's steering system has a part called the drag link that connects the steering wheel to the wheels. The nut that holds this part in place might become loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the nut comes loose, the drag link could separate, which means you could lose control of your vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Chrysler will contact you and have your local dealer check the nut's tightness, and if needed, replace the drag link assembly or weld the nut in place, all for free.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Critical #18E096000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:LINKAGES

Manufacturer
Streetcar ORV LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle has an aftermarket suspension kit installed, and the steering knuckle may be weakened. This could cause a problem with the steering drag link.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering drag link breaks, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
We'll contact you to schedule a free repair at the dealership, where a new steering knuckle will be installed to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Streetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other RAM 2500 2017 Recalls

POWER TRAIN
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
WHEELS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other RAM 2500 Years

2026
6 recalls
2025
6 recalls
2024
5 recalls
2023
8 recalls
2022
12 recalls
2021
8 recalls
2020
10 recalls
2019
12 recalls
2018
10 recalls

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