The problem
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.
The risk
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 13V-527 (13V527000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R16 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | November 6, 2013 |
| Owners notified | May 12, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 36,151 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
- 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 steering problems 8
- 2009 Dodge Ram 4500 steering problems 2
- 2011 Dodge Ram 4500 steering problems 11
- 2012 Dodge Ram 4500 steering problems 5
- 2008 Dodge Ram 5500 steering problems 16
- 2009 Dodge Ram 5500 steering problems 5
- 2011 Dodge Ram 5500 steering problems 11
- 2012 Dodge Ram 5500 steering problems 21
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 13V-527 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 36,151 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.