2007 Dodge Ram 3500
2007 Dodge Ram 3500 NHTSA Recalls
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NHTSA Campaign #09E009000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
1,364 vehicles recalled
2007 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
2007 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 #08V641000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
108,429 vehicles recalled
2007 DODGE RAM 3500 -- Chrysler is recalling 108,429 MY 2007-2008 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A silencer pad can sag and contact the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler.
This could result in an engine compartment fire.
Dealers will add a bracket to support the engine compartment silencer pad adjacent to the egr cooler. The recall is expected to begin during December 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V641000 »
NHTSA Campaign #07V472000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
548 vehicles recalled
2007 DODGE RAM 3500 -- On certain cab/chassis pickup trucks equipped with an optional 23 gallon fuel tank, the fuel tank straps were improperly manufactured and could separate. This can cause the fuel tank to loosen and leak fuel.
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.
Dealers will replace the fuel tank retention straps and fasteners free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07V472000 »
NHTSA Campaign #07V413000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
1,498 vehicles recalled
2007 DODGE RAM -- On certain two wheel drive trucks equipped with manual transmissions, the front driveshaft yoke may break under certain driving conditions.
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Dealers will replace the driveshaft free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07V413000 »
NHTSA Campaign #07E066000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
175 vehicles recalled
2007 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 #07E009000 SUSPENSION
3,350 vehicles recalled
2007 DODGE RAM 3500 -- Certain lki enterprises, Inc., brand name superlift suspension, pitman arms sold as replacement equipment for 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 4X4 light trucks. Due to inadequate heat treatment during production, the affected pitman arms may develop cracks in the upper splined attachment attachment to the steering output shaft. Movement between the pitman arm and the output shaft may deform splines, resulting in premature wear and fatigue failure of the affected pitman arm.
Pitman arm wear or failure may lead to loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Lki will notify owners and replace the pitman arm, if necessary. The recall began on March 12, 2007. Owners may contact lki at 1-800-551-4955. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E009000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06V380000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
309 vehicles recalled
2007 DODGE RAM 3500 -- Certain trucks fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 111, "Rear View Mirrors". the right outside rear view mirror glass has a curved (convex) mirror glass installed instead of flat glass. Curved glass creates a wider view, but displays images further away than they actually are.
Drivers of large vehicles may have difficulty judging distance relationships, which could cause a crash without prior warning.
Dealers will replace the right outside convex mirror glass with a flat mirror glass free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V380000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06V341000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
4,770 vehicles recalled
2007 DODGE RAM 3500 -- On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 mph and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V341000 »