Recall 13V528 covers 706,664 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks for tie rod failure. Free repair at a franchised Ram dealer.
Dodge is recalling 706,664 2003-2008 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Ram 1500 trucks under recall 13V528 because the left tie rod assembly can break. A broken tie rod can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk, and the Ram dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The tie rod assembly on the 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Ram 1500 is part of the steering linkage. It connects the steering gear to the front wheels so the wheels turn together when you move the steering wheel. The left tie rod is on the driver side of that linkage, and it has to hold alignment while the truck carries steering load from bumps, turns, and braking.
On affected trucks, the left tie rod assembly can break. When that happens, the steering linkage no longer holds the left front wheel in the commanded position. The driver can lose steering control because the wheel is no longer following the steering input. The recall identifies the tie rod assembly itself as the failed part, with no separate part description provided.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the tie rod breaks while driving, the change in steering happens at the failure point, not after a long buildup of symptoms.
Who's affected?
Spans the Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 across the 2003-2008 model years, all tied to the same tie rod steering linkage.
| 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
|---|---|
| 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| Units affected | 706,664 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Tie rod assembly failure can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash. Drive cautiously, avoid ignoring steering changes, and arrange the recall repair as soon as the dealer can complete it. Repair will be free at any franchised Ram dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500, Ram 3500, or Ram 1500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ram dealer to ask whether the free left tie-rod repair is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V528 and Dodge recall N62 when you call.
- Call Dodge customer service at 1-800-247-9753 with questions about the recall.
- Drive cautiously until the tie-rod assembly repair is complete, since a broken tie rod can cause loss of steering control.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ram technician handles the steering recall tied to the left tie rod assembly on the affected Ram trucks. The available remedy text names recall campaign N62 and says Dodge owners were notified in January 2014, but it does not describe the exact parts replaced or adjusted during service. Because the remedy status is not listed, confirm the open recall with your VIN before planning service. The dealer repair will be free once available, with covered parts and labor handled under the recall.
Timeline
| November 6, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 17, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V528?
Recall 13V528 covers 706,664 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Ram 1500 trucks with a left tie rod assembly that can break. A broken tie rod can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. The dealer repair is free.
What should I do if my 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500, Ram 3500, or Ram 1500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 13V528. If it is, contact a franchised Ram dealer and ask for the N62 tie rod recall repair. Reference recall 13V528 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost. For recall 13V528, the dealer corrects the tie rod assembly issue for free through the Ram dealer network.
Is it safe to drive a Dodge Ram truck with this tie rod recall?
The risk is steering loss if the left tie rod assembly breaks. Recall 13V528 does not carry a do-not-drive order, but steering problems need prompt attention. If your truck feels unstable, has unusual steering play, or cannot be steered normally, stop driving and ask the dealer about towing.
What if I bought my Dodge Ram truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your exact truck is included, then contact a franchised Ram dealer and reference recall 13V528 or Chrysler campaign N62.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V528000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-247-9753 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V528 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V528000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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