RAM 2012 RAM 5500 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 RAM 5500
Brand
RAM
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain 2012 RAM 5500 vehicles due to power train:axle assembly issues. Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026