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NHTSA Recall 17V541000: Axle shaft (power train)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 2017 Dodge Durango.

4
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2017
owners notified (September 18)
NHTSA campaign17V541000
Manufacturer campaignT55
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY › AXLE SHAFT
Report receivedAugust 31, 2017
Owner notificationSeptember 18, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles. The vehicles may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.

Safety risk

If a halfshaft is too short, it may disengage from the differential causing a loss of drive and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace both halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T55.

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 17V541000

Make and modelModel years
Dodge Durango2017

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.