Ram 2500 recall: Steering:linkages
Official safety recall 18E096000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Ram 3500 | 2013 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2014 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2015 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2016 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2017 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2018 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2013 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2014 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2015 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2016 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2017 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2018 | United States |
The problem
Streetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle.
The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500.