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Campaign 13V038000

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ID: #13V038000 MFR: Chrysler Group LLC

What This Recall Means

Component

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

What Happened
The differential unit in your 2009-2012 Ram 1500, 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2009 Chrysler Aspen, or 2009 Dodge Durango is a crucial part that connects the wheels to the transmission. Over time, the pinion nut on this unit might loosen because of a manufacturing issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pinion nut comes loose, your rear axle can lock up without warning, causing a loss of control over your vehicle and possibly leading to a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
Your dealership will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge, to prevent the nut from loosening. You will receive a letter with more information and options, including a repurchase offer or a discount on a new vehicle purchase. You should contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753 or schedule a repair with your dealership when you receive the letter.

Affected Vehicles

2012 RAM 1500
2011 RAM 1500
2011 DODGE Dakota
2010 RAM 1500
2010 DODGE Dakota
2009 DODGE Dakota
2009 DODGE Durango

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #13V038000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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