Chrysler recalls trucks over axle nut issue

2010 model year Ram 1500 truck. / Chrysler

DETROIT Chrysler says it's recalling Ram 1500 and Dodge Dakota trucks from the 2009-2010 model year because a lack of adhesive may cause the rear axle pinion nut to loosen.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Saturday that if the part loosens, the axle can lock up, and the vehicle could lose control. That potentially could result in a crash.

The agency says there have been 12 reports of rear axle failure, including four that resulted in a loss of vehicle control. The driver crashed into a concrete barrier in one case.

The recall involves 44,300 vehicles manufactured from July 1 to Nov. 30, 2009.

Chrysler will notify owners of the recall beginning next month. Dealers will install a retainer to secure the pinion nut free of charge.

[winslowe1]

It wasn't surprising that when Toyota had their big Camry recall, only those made in Kentucky were affected.

[winslowe1]

Sad to say, this is just another of a long list of reasons not to have confidence in American made vehicles. There is simply no excuse for putting out shoddy products.

[mrsmopar43]

Really? I guess you have some memory loss then....Honda had over 600,000 cars recalled in 2012 alone...don't start on the American car companies again, it isn't warranted or fair.

[BUYIMPORTnLIVEONSTREETS]

Honda just announced a Recall on CR-V's for catching fire. Toyota had cars flying down the highway killing people. Unfortunately this happens to all companies. Dont say its just american built stupid.