Monday, July 18, 2011

Chrysler recalls 242,000 RAM pickups

DETROIT - Chrysler is reminiscent of almost 250,000 RAM pickups because a bad in the steering equipment as a driver, to lose control of the truck can lead.

The RAM is Chrysler's best-selling vehicle. The recall covers 242,780 RAM 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks from model years 2008-2011.

The national highway traffic safety said administration Wednesday on its website that a part near the left front wheel can cause breakage and potential crashes.

The problem happens mainly at low speeds when drivers are tight curves. Chrysler says that drivers have reported a few small crashes and a minor injuries.

Affected models include 2008-2011 RAM 2500 and 3500 four-wheel-drive of pickup trucks and 2008-2011 Ram 3500 two-wheel-drive chassis cabs of 14 February 2008 to 28 March 2011 made.

Also affected are 2008 RAM 1500 Mega Cab four-wheel-drive models 15 produced from 14th February 2008 by Aug., 2008.

In addition, RAM 2500 and 3500 trucks, from 2003 to 2008 could also remember when part of the same mechanics during regular service was replaced by.

Chrysler Group LLC sold more than the 1500 is 734,000 RAM pickups Autodata Corp. from 2008 until June 2011 the standard RAM, while the 2500 and 3500 models for heavier tasks are.

Chrysler dealer check the trucks and replacing the left outer tie rod and set up the wheels free of charge, if necessary.

The company has still not set when they owner will be notified. Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or NHTSA reach affected owners at 1-888-327-4236.

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