NHTSA Recall 16V301000: Axle shaft (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 64 vehicles. It affects 2016 RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V301000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | S32 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY › AXLE SHAFT |
| Report received | May 16, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 5, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.
Safety risk
A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.
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 16V301000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| RAM 1500 | 2016 |
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.