2012 Dodge Ram 1500: recalls and complaints

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• 18V1600008 Mar 2018Fuel System, Gasoline / Storage / Tank Assembly / Mounting
• 17V82400021 Dec 2017Equipment
• 17V82100020 Dec 2017Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Lever and Linkage / Column Shift
• 15V45900022 Jul 2015Air Bags / Frontal
• 13V0380006 Feb 2013Power Train / Driveline / Differential Unit
• 12V1920002 May 2012Equipment / Other / Labels

1. 18V160000Received 8 Mar 2018. 218,617 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline / Storage / Tank Assembly / Mounting

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number U04. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 May 2018.

2. 17V824000Received 21 Dec 2017. 61,791 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number T82. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Feb 2018.

3. 17V821000Received 20 Dec 2017. 1,482,874 units.

   Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Lever and Linkage / Column Shift

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number T79. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Feb 2018.

4. 15V459000Received 22 Jul 2015. 1,059,444 units.

   Air Bags / Frontal

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness. Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R36.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number R36. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Sep 2015.

5. 13V038000Received 6 Feb 2013. 278,674 units.

   Power Train / Driveline / Differential Unit

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline that can allow relative motion between the nut and companion flange.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N08.

   Report filed by Chrysler Group LLC. Manufacturer campaign number N08. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Nov 2013.

6. 12V192000Received 2 May 2012. 129 units.

   Equipment / Other / Labels

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 ram 1500 trucks, manufactured from january 5, 2012 through january 6, 2012. The affected vehicles have a spare tire that does not match the specifications listed on the tire placard. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, “tire selection and rims.”

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If installed, the incorrectly sized spare tire may unexpectedly activate the electronic stability control (ESC) system, altering the effectiveness of the ESC system, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair vehicles as neccessary free of charge. The safety recall began on may 21, 2012. Owners should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

   Report filed by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC. Manufacturer campaign number M14. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 May 2012.

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Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500?

3,101,529 units in 6 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Dodge Ram 1500 have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 29 recall campaigns for the Dodge Ram 1500, model years 1991 to 2012. 6 of them name the 2012 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 open?

No. The 1 investigation that names this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.