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Campaign 16V495000

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ID: #16V495000 MFR: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

What This Recall Means

Component

POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

What Happened
Your Ram's transfer case is the gear box that sends power to all four wheels. In some 2016 models, the main shaft that connects to the wheels might be misshapen, causing it to crack and fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the main shaft breaks, your truck could lose power and stall, making it harder to control. You might also be unable to shift into PARK, which could cause the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the transfer case with a new one, at no cost to you. The repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.

Affected Vehicles

2016 RAM 5500
2016 RAM 3500

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #16V495000. 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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