2006 Dodge Ram 1500
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 NHTSA Recalls
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NHTSA Campaign #09E009000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
1,364 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM -- Chrysler is recalling 1,364 windshield wiper modules, P/N 55077098aj, sold during the 2008 and 2009 calendar year for use as aftermarket replacement equipment on MY 2002-2009 Dodge Ram pickup trucks. These wiper module assemblies may be susceptible to water intrusion that could result in partial or complete loss of windshield wiper capability.
When the wiper system fails, the operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash.
Dealers will replace the wiper module assemblies with vented wiper motor housings free of charge. The safety recall began on August 28, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E009000 »
NHTSA Campaign #09E001000 STEERING:LINKAGES
18,000 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM -- Chrysler is recalling 18,000 aftermarket steering linkages used for service on some MY 2003 through 2008 Dodge Ram heavy duty pickup trucks. The subject linkages may experience drag link inner tie rod to pitman arm ball stud fracture, also, the steering linkage damper attaching bracket may yeild and shift on the linkage. The part numbers of the affected assemblies is 52122362aa through 52122362ad.
This could result in a loss of steering control and the restricted ability to turn the vehicle in one direction increasing the risk of a crash without warning.
Dealers will replace the steering linkage drag link inner tie rod end assembly, and inspect the steering linkage damper bracket free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E001000 »
NHTSA Campaign #07E066000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
175 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM -- Certain cequent 90 degree 7-way right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5th wheel rv travel trailers. Due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.
If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E066000 »
NHTSA Campaign #07V038000 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
86,333 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM 1500 -- On certain pickup trucks, the front wheel bearing may have received an insufficient quantity of grease during the manufacturing process.
This could result in bearing degradation, and if subsequent noise and vibration are ignored, could result in hub assembly separation. This may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Dealers will replace the front hub and bearing units. The recall began on February 26, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07V038000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06V353000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
144,750 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM 1500 -- On certain pickup trucks fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection. The Passenger Air Bag May Deploy With Excessive Force When Certain Model Rear Facing Child Seats Are Installed In The Right Front Passenger Seat Position.
This can increase the risk of injury to a child seat occupant during certain crash conditions.
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag cushion and reprogram the occupant restraint controller. The recall began on October 20, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V353000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06V354000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
159,741 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM 1500 -- Certain pickup trucks fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 208, ¿occupant crash protection.¿ the front passenger seat belt may not be able to tighten securely on certain model child seats.
This can increase the risk of injury to a child seat occupant in the event of a crash.
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt. The recall began on October 20, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V354000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06E023000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
292,000 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM -- Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment.¿
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E023000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06V038000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
39,274 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM 1500 -- On certain pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel antilock brake systems (ABS), the ABS electronic control unit (ECU) may cause a loss of front to rear brake balance, and the rear brakes could lock up prematurely during certain braking conditions.
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Dealers will replace the ABS ECU. The recall is expected to begin during the week of July 17, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V038000 »
NHTSA Campaign #05V461000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
136 vehicles recalled
2006 DODGE RAM 1500 -- On certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks, the totally integrated power module (tipm) may contain incorrect transfer case calibration set points, potentially resulting in inadvertent transfer case default to neutral.
If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
Dealers will reprogram the tipm with new software that prevents the potential for this condition. The recall began on November 7, 2005. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V461000 »