Large Recall NHTSA · 19V021000 Reported January 25, 2019

Steering linkage may separate

Q: What is recall 19V021000?

NHTSA recall 19V021000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on January 25, 2019. It addresses: Steering linkage may separate. The recall affects approximately 795,575 vehicles , with the defect involving the Steering component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Steering · 795,575 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

19V021000

Manufacturer Campaign

V06

Manufacturer

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Component

Steering

Vehicles Affected

795,575

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

January 25, 2019

Completion Rate

71.72

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2013-2018 ram 3500 and 2014-2018 ram 3500 chassis cab and ram 2500 vehicles. the outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.

Safety Consequence

A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. the recall began march 22, 2019. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is v06.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 19V021000 or campaign V06.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 19V021000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 19V021000?

NHTSA recall 19V021000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on January 25, 2019. It addresses: Steering linkage may separate. The recall affects approximately 795,575 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V021000 or the manufacturer campaign number V06. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.