NHTSA Recall 10V656000: Spindle (suspension)
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 60,382 vehicles. It affects 2011 Dodge RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V656000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | K36 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › SPINDLE |
| Report received | December 24, 2010 |
| Owner notification | April 4, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured from september 2009 through december 2010. Some vehicles may have experience a noise (growl, grind) coming from the rear axle bearing which could eventually seize.
Safety risk
A failure of the bearing could cause the vehicle to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and will install an oil port insert into the rear axle free of charge. The safety recall began on april 4, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V656000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge RAM 1500 | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.