NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V021
Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Components STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected 573,876
A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Ram 3500 and 2014-2017 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.
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 is expected to begin on March 16, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Check if your Vehicle has a Recall
Safety Recall Advanced Communication – V06
02/01/2019
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RCMN-19V021-5572.pdf
FCA US LLC Chronology
2013-17 MY Ram Steering Linkage
Submitted on January 25, 2019
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V021-4395.pdf
Recall Acknowledgement
February 14, 2019
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RCAK-19V021-2682.pdf
Recalls Documents
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=19V021&docType=RCL
- Wrench emits click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- High-contrast dual-range scale is easy to read, even in low light
- Reversible ratchet head drives in both directions and measures torque in clockwise direction
- Durable all-steel construction has no plastic parts to break or wear out
- Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use
- ACCURACY: +/- 2 in/lbs up to 40 in/lbs; 40 - 65 is +/- 5%
- EASE OF USE: Apply, repeatable, accurate torque settings to scope rings, guard screws, windage screws and base screws, which aids in accuracy and decreases the opportunity for problems in the field
- RELIABLE: Torque adjustment range from 10 in/lbs to 65 in/lbs
- DURABLE: Bits are made of S2 tool steel and hardened to 56-58 Rockwell "C"
- INCLUDES: 10 bits (hex to square adapter, #10 flat blade, #32 flat blade, #11 flat blade, 5/32 hex, 7/64 hex, 3/32 hex, T20 torx, T15 torx and Leupold specialty flat blade), ¼" socket and a convenient plastic storage case
- Durable Ratchet Head: Made from Hardened treated Chrome Vanadium steel alloy (Cr-V)
- Easy Storage: A sturdy plastic storage case is included. Non-Slip Grip: Knurled handle
- Easy to Read: High Contrast & Dual Range Scale. Accurate: Pre-Calibrated to ± 4%
- Corrosion-Retardant: Satin Finish. Made in Taiwan
- Simple and Reliable: "Click" sound tells the preset torque value is reached. Stop applying force when you hear and feel it.
- Durable Ratchet Head: Made from Hardened treated Chrome Vanadium steel alloy (Cr-V)
- Easy Storage: A sturdy plastic storage case is included. Non-Slip Grip: Knurled handle
- Easy to Read: High Contrast & Dual Range Scale. Accurate: Pre-Calibrated to ± 4%
- Corrosion-Retardant: Satin Finish. Made in Taiwan
- Simple and Reliable: "Click" sound tells the preset torque value is reached. Stop applying force when you hear and feel it.
- 24 Inch extra long chrome vanadium steel handle provides maximum torque
- Forged and heat treated chrome-moly 1/2" drive head for added strength and durability
- 180-degree flexible head works at any angle, to reach around tight space and generate optimized leverage
- Spring-load ball bearing holds sockets securely
- Ideal to break and loosen rusted, stubborn or stuck nuts and bolts
- Durable Ratchet Head: Made from Hardened treated Chrome Vanadium steel alloy (Cr-V)
- Easy Storage: A sturdy plastic storage case is included. Non-Slip Grip: Knurled handle
- Easy to Read: High Contrast & Dual Range Scale. Accurate: Pre-Calibrated to ± 4%
- Corrosion-Retardant: Satin Finish. Made in Taiwan
- Simple and Reliable: "Click" sound tells the preset torque value is reached. Stop applying force when you hear and feel it.
- Length : 26 inches;Width : 3 inches ;Height :2.5 inches
- High-contrast dual-range scale is easy to read, even in low light
- Reversible ratchet head drives in both directions and measures torque in clockwise direction
- Durable all-steel construction has no plastic parts to break or wear out
- Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use
- Wrench emits that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- High-contrast dual-range scale is easy to read, even in low light
- Reversible ratchet head drives in both directions and measures torque in clockwise direction
- Durable all-steel construction has no plastic parts to break or wear out
- Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use
- 【ACCURACY】：Each torque wrench passed the calibration according to DIN-ISO-6789(international standard) within +/- 4%
- 【HIGH QUALITY】：All steel construction make it lightweight and compact,laser engraving dual-range scale improves numeral clarity
- 【CLICK WRENCH】: A click, which can also be felt by the operator through the grip, warns when the required torque is reached
- 【REVERSIBLE RATCHET】: Clockwise & Counter-clockwise suitable for restricted spaces,measures torque in clockwise direction
- 【UPGRADED ACCESSORIES】:A good all around wrench come with 2.95-inch extension bar, and 1/2"&1/4"adapters
- Confidently tighten fasteners to a manufacturer's torque specifications, preventing expensive damage caused by overstressed or poorly secured parts
- Wrench emits a click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- Smooth and precise, the spring-loaded adjustment collar automatically locks in place at the desired torque value, ensuring it won't accidentally wander during use
- Reversible, finely geared 72-tooth ratchet head measures torque in clockwise and counterclockwise directions
- Ships pre-calibrated to an accuracy of +/- 4% (clockwise) and +/- 6% (counterclockwise)
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