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The Problem: The rear axle pinion nut on affected vehicles may loosen due to the omission of an adhesive patch. A loose pinion nut could cause the rear axle to lock up, which could lead to loss of vehicle control and/or a crash. No injuries have been reported relating to the issue.

The Fix: Starting in March Chrysler will begin notifying owners to take their affected vehicles to the dealer, where a pinion nut retainer to secure the pinion nut will be installed for free. Owners can contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.

Number of Vehicles Potentially Affected: 361,819 trucks and SUVs including:

• Model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011
• Model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007 through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011
• Model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008
• Model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008.

Thanks to: Motor Trend