Front drive shaft fracture/possible loss of power
Defect Summary
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 ram 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured february 2, 2012, to december 22, 2012. due to a welding issue with the front axle carrier, the front drive shaft may fracture and result in a loss of motive power and damage to surrounding components if the shaft continues to spin.
Safety Consequence
Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace or repair the front axle assembly, free of charge. the recall began on may 1, 2014. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is n26.
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FAQ: Recall 13V239000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V239000?
NHTSA recall 13V239000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on June 4, 2013. It addresses: Front drive shaft fracture/possible loss of power. The recall affects approximately 5,622 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V239000 or the manufacturer campaign number N26. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.