If the rear axle assembly fails, it can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels may lock up. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Power Train — Axle Assembly

Date Announced

AUG 23, 2018

Vehicles Affected

4,171

Ram Recall #

U88

NHTSA Campaign #

18V556000

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 RAM 1500 trucks. The rear differential may have been insufficiently filled, possibly resulting in its failure.

Actions

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle oil level. Rear axles with an insufficient amount of oil will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U88.

Documents (13)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - 08/30/2018 New Safety Recall Advanced Communication – U88
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - U88 Owner Repaired
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2018-3
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2018-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #6, 2019-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2019-3