Incorrectly heat treated rear axle shaft
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 ram 1500 trucks manufactured june 17, 2015, to september 28, 2015. the affected vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated.
Safety Consequence
If the rear axle shaft was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a wheel separation could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the axle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on november 23, 2015. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is r59.
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FAQ: Recall 15V661000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V661000?
NHTSA recall 15V661000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on October 15, 2015. It addresses: Incorrectly heat treated rear axle shaft. The recall affects approximately 61,859 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 15V661000 or the manufacturer campaign number R59. 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.