NHTSA Recall 14V796000: Differential unit (power train)
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 257,065 vehicles. It affects 2005 Dodge RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V796000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | P77 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DIFFERENTIAL UNIT |
| Report received | December 16, 2014 |
| Owner notification | June 26, 2015 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 28, 2004, to August 3, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized spline on the pinion gear.
Safety risk
If the pinion nut loosens, the rear axle may seize, and/or the driveshaft may detach resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a retention feature to the pinion nut, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2015, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P77.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V796000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge RAM 1500 | 2005 |
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.