Recalls for your 2012 Ram 5500

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A-1 Towing & Recovery's Cummins Diesel Powered RAM 5500 Heavy Duty Wrecker

J Wells S posted a photo:

A-1 Towing & Recovery's Cummins Diesel Powered RAM 5500 Heavy Duty Wrecker

Taken at the Midwest Regional Tow Show sponsored by the Towing and Recovery Association of Ohio and held annually at the Great Wolf Lodge in Mason, Ohio just North of Cincinnati.

Why they changed the name from "Dodge" to "RAM" is beyond me, but regardless of the name, it's a cool truck which looks to be pretty serious for a truck it's size and it gets extra points for being yellow. .

DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 2013-06-06
Description
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 ram 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured february 2, 2012, to december 22, 2012.  Due to a welding issue with the front axle carrier, the front drive shaft may fracture and result in a loss of motive power and damage to surrounding components if the shaft continues to spin.

Consequence
Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace or repair the front axle assembly, free of charge.  The recall began on may 1, 2014.  Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.  Chrysler's recall campaign number is n26.  

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.

DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION


Posted on: 2013-08-09
Description
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 ram 3500 trucks manufactured may 4, 2012, through august 7, 2012; and model year 2012 ram 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured may 3, 2012, through august 7, 2012.  Due to a loose snap ring inside the transmission, there may be a loss of power transfer through the transmission to the wheels.

Consequence
An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission assembly free of charge.  The recall began on october 17, 2013.  Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.  Chrysler's recall campaign number is n50.

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.

DEFECT #3 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 2013-11-07
Description
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 ram 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured february 20, 2007, through december 22, 2012.  The left tie rod assembly may break.  

Consequence
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
On may 19, 2015 chrysler notified owners that dealers would replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge.  In july 2015, and under a consent order with nhtsa, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new dodge, jeep, chrysler, or fiat vehicle.  Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on august 31, 2015.  Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.  Chrysler's recall campaign number is r16.

Notes
This recall supersedes tie rod recall 10v657.vehicles that were previously remedied under recall 10v657 are also affected by this campaign.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.

DEFECT #4 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL


Posted on: 2014-10-08
Description
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured march 27, 2009, to september 5, 2013.  In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.  

Consequence
If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge.  Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on december 8, 2014.  The recall began on april 27, 2015.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is p65.

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.

DEFECT #5 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL


Posted on: 2014-10-08
Description
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured march 27, 2009, to september 5, 2013.  In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.  

Consequence
If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge.  Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on december 8, 2014.  The recall began on april 27, 2015.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is p65.

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.

DEFECT #6 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL


Posted on: 2015-07-22
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured january 18, 2011, to october 7, 2014, and equipped with the electronic vehicle information center option.  The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring.  

Consequence
This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy.  Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness.  Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends.  These repairs will be done free of charge.  The recall began on september 18, 2015.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is r36.

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.

DEFECT #7 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR


Posted on: 2016-10-13
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 dodge charger police vehicles, 2007-2013 ram 3500 cab chassis, 2008-2013 ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis, and 2013 ram 2500 and 3500 vehicles.  The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

Consequence
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.  There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge.  Parts are not currently available, but beginning on november 25, 2016 owners will be notified of the recall and they will be sent a second letter when remedy parts are available.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is s68.

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.

DEFECT #8 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR


Posted on: 2016-10-13
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 dodge charger police vehicles, 2007-2013 ram 3500 cab chassis, 2008-2013 ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis, and 2013 ram 2500 and 3500 vehicles.  The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

Consequence
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.  There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge.  The recall began on december 23, 2016.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is s68.

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.

DEFECT #9 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT


Posted on: 2017-12-22
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ram 3500 cab chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 ram 1500 and 2010-2017 ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter.  Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in park may cause the brake transmission shift interlock (btsi) pin to stick in the open position.  With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of park into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.  

Consequence
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the btsi, and, as necessary, replace it.  The recall began february 26, 2018.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is t79.

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.

DEFECT #10 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-12-22
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling various dodge, chrysler, and ram vehicles equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers.  A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v824-0103.pdf.  These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall began february 14, 2018.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.  Chrysler's number for this recall is t82.

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.

DEFECT #11 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on august 17, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on december 28, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #12 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on august 17, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on december 28, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #13 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on august 17, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on december 28, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #14 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y36 owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters were mailed on december 1, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #15 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y36 owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters were mailed on december 1, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #16 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y36 owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters were mailed on december 1, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

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.nhtsa.gov.