Canada - Campaign - J22 Incorrect Axle Ratio
BulletinJ22
Issue Date
2010-03-23
IMPORTANT
DEALER SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
EMISSIONS RECALL J22 AXLE RATIO
MODELS:
2009 (DH) Dodge Ram Truck (2500 series pickup)
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine (sales code ETJ), a manual transmission (sales code DEG) and 4.10 axle ratio (sales code DMF) built from September 1, 2008 through April 24, 2009 (MDH 090110 through 042406).
^ The axle(s) on 4 of the above vehicles were inadvertently built with a 4.10 axle ratio. This is a noncompliant powertrain configuration and could impact the vehicle's fuel economy and/or performance.
^ To correct this condition, the axle ring and pinion(s) must be replaced with 3.73 axle ratio ring and pinion(s). The TIPM must also be reprogrammed for the new axle ratio.
Recall and Parts Information
Canadian Recall Service Instructions and Part Numbers can be different. Always use the attached Canadian Recall Notification for service instructions and parts information.
This Canadian Recall Notification can also be found in DealerCONNECT - See below:
DealerCONNECT > Service > In the Repair section TechCONNECT > 30 - CANADIAN RECALLS
The V.I.N. range for vehicles involved in this campaign is as follows:
3D7KS26L29G502040
3D7KS26L59G505630
3D7KS26L59G522850
3D7KS26L69G529693
DEALER VIN LISTS Located in DealerCONNECT - Global Recall System (GRS)
GRS has been developed to provide dealers with an up-to-date list of involved vehicles by recall number and by dealer code. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. Involved vehicles will be removed from the GRS within several days of submitting repair claims.
To use the GRS in DealerCONNECT, you first need to click on the Service tab and then in the Repair section click on Global Recall System. Your dealer's VIN list for each Recall can be sorted by: Unsold Vehicles (at the time of Recall launch), Phone Number, City Name, Zip Code (Postal Code) or VIN.
Dealer Information
Owner Letter