RAM 1500 (2017) recall — Power Train
Chrysler is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks due to a differential pin that may come loose, causing loss of power or vehicle control. Owners should contact Chrysler for free replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks with a potential broken or locked differential that could cause loss of power or vehicle control. This recall matters because it increases crash risk during normal driving. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226341-chrysler-ram-1500-2017-power-train-recall-risk-of-loss.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226341-chrysler-ram-1500-2017-power-train-recall-risk-of-loss · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V198000
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“Chrysler RAM 1500 (2017) Power Train Recall: Risk of Loss of Vehicle Control.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226341-chrysler-ram-1500-2017-power-train-recall-risk-of-loss. Based on NHTSA recall #17V198000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V198000).
Why it’s dangerous
A differential pin retaining screw may loosen while driving, causing the differential to break or lock up. This can lead to loss of motive power or vehicle control, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the fix are at risk of losing vehicle control.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2016-2017 Ram 1500. The recall started April 24, 2017, and applies to all these models.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Chrysler
Call Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule a free differential inspection and replacement.
What NHTSA says to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, causing the differential to break or lock up, which can lead to loss of power or vehicle control.
How can I check if my truck is affected?
Check if your vehicle is a 2016-2017 Ram 1500. The recall applies to all these models.
What should I do if I own this truck?
Chrysler will notify you and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin for free. Contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Contact Chrysler
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V198000 — Chrysler Chrysler Hello, I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 17V198000 from Chrysler. The official recall notice states: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V198000 (March 23, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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