DODGE ( 09V005000 )

January 15, 2009

Vehicle Make / Model:		Model Year(s):
DODGE / RAM 2500		2008-2009
DODGE / RAM 3500		2008-2009
Manufacturer: CHRYSLER LLC		Mfr’s Report Date: JAN 06, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V005000		N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Potential Number of Units Affected: 32865

Summary: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 32,865 MY 2008-2009 DODGE RAM 2500, 3500 AND 3500 CAB CHASSIS PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH POWERS AND SONS STEERING LINKAGE. THE STEERING LINKAGE DRAG LINK INNER TIE ROD TO PITMAN ARM BALL STUD MAY FRACTURE. ALSO THE STEERING LINKAGE DAMPER ATTACHING THE BRACKET MAY YIELD AND SHIFT ON THE LINKAGE.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND THE RESTRICTED ABILITY TO TURN THE VEHICLE IN ONE DIRECTION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING LINKAGE DRAG LINK INNER TIE ROD END ASSEMBLY, AND INSPECT THE STEERING LINKAGE DAMPER BRACKET FREE CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Notes: CHRYSLER RECALL NO. H36. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

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Comments

5 Responses to “DODGE ( 09V005000 )”

Matt B on January 27th, 2009 8:58 pm

What about those that had the updated 08/09 steering linkage kits installed on 03-07 Rams?
We need to know the affected part numbers, not just the trucks. This can be deadly.
Shane F on January 29th, 2009 5:54 pm

I beleive releasing all of the a affected linkage kit part #’s would help alot. Some owners have already purchased the kit on ther own. Lives are at stake!
JIM on February 7th, 2009 4:35 pm

YES, We need to know because alot of trucks out there have been updated to this new 08-up style steering linkage. because you cant get steering linkage parts anymore from mopar. all supercedes to this 08-09 kit. would this be under the recall and what is the customer suspose to do with these updated recalled parts on there older 03-07 trucks. so far i cant get any info from mopar.
Steve on July 20th, 2010 2:25 am

I own a 2009 Ram 3500 dually, never off roaded, no accidents, and at 29,000 miles the left tie rod just failed, causing complete loss of steering. Chrysler tells me my truck was inspected prior to sale to ensure the steering linkage was ok due to the recall. No explanation from Chrysler as to why I experienced steering failure.
ANTHONY CAIATI on July 31st, 2010 12:50 am

I made a purchase in the later part of 2009, I brought my truck to the dealer. All thet did was look at it. That’s it! Is there something you can tell me, no one said anything. It took 5 minutes? Before I bought the truck, I checked the ID# on the internet before I bought it, and it said just what it says above. That my ID# was never checked. What are they looking for, can you tell me??? Thanks