Vehicle
EPA Classification
Engine
Engine Order Code
Engine Type
Displacement
Fuel System
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
Transmission
Drivetrain
4-Wheel Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code
Trans Type
Trans Description Cont.
Automatic w/OD
Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again
First Gear Ratio (:1)
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
Reverse Ratio (:1)
Clutch Size
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front
Suspension Type - Rear
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear
Brakes
Brake Type
Brake ABS System
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
Rear Drum Diam x Width
Wheels
Front Wheel Size
Rear Wheel Size
Spare Wheel Size
Rear Wheel Material
Spare Wheel Material
Tires
Front Tire Order Code
Rear Tire Order Code
Spare Tire Order Code
Front Tire Size
Rear Tire Size
Spare Tire Size
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy
Cruising Range - City
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City
Fuel Economy Est-Combined
Cruising Range - Hwy
EPA MPG Equivalent - City
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined
Battery Range
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Emissions
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score
Steering
Steering Type
Pwr Recirculating Ball
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity
Passenger Volume
Front Head Room
Front Leg Room
Front Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Second Head Room
Second Leg Room
Second Shoulder Room
Second Hip Room
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase
Length, Overall
Width, Max w/o mirrors
Height, Overall
Track Width, Front
Track Width, Rear
Min Ground Clearance
Liftover Height
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity
MECHANICAL
5.7L SMPI V8 Hemi engine w/variable valve timing.
5-speed automatic transmission w/OD (REQ: EZC Engine).
4.10 axle ratio.
Anti-spin rear axle.
Electronically controlled throttle.
HD engine cooling.
Tip start.
Aux transmission oil cooler.
Electronic shift-on-the-fly transfer case.
10.5" rear axle ring gear diameter.
5500# front axle.
Four wheel drive.
730-amp maintenance-free battery.
160-amp alternator.
Tow hooks.
6'4" pickup box.
Trailer tow wiring-inc: 4-pin connector.
7-pin wiring harness.
Class IV receiver hitch.
Transfer case skid plate shield.
Front suspension skid plate.
8800# GVWR.
Front extra HD shock absorbers.
Rear extra HD shock absorbers.
Front stabilizer bar.
Pwr steering.
Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes
4.6L DOHC 32-valve V8 engine -inc: DI & SFI dual fuel injection, dual variable valve timing w/intelligence & electronically controlled intake (VVT-iE).
Aluminum block & cylinder heads -inc: magnesium cylinder covers.
Liquid-filled engine mounts.
Electronic throttle control system w/intelligence (ETCS-i).
Acoustic control induction system (ACIS).
8-speed automatic transmission w/intelligence (ECT-i) -inc: gated shifter, sequential sport-shift mode.
Rear wheel drive.
Front/rear aluminum multi-link double joint suspension.
Front/rear stabilizer bars.
Electric pwr rack & pinion steering (EPS).
4-wheel ventilated pwr disc brakes.
Dual chrome exhaust tips.
Tool kit
EXTERIOR
17" x 8.0" aluminum wheels w/center hubs.
LT265/70R17E on/off-road OWL tires.
17" steel spare wheel.
Full size spare tire.
Winch-type tire carrier.
Lower two-tone paint.
Painted front bumper.
Painted rear bumper.
Front bumper sight shields.
TRX accent fender flares.
Front air dam.
Body color grille.
Quad halogen headlamps.
Automatic headlamps.
Body color headlamp filler panel.
Cargo lamp.
Fog lamps.
Black fold-away pwr heated mirrors.
Tinted glass.
Body color fuel filler door.
Black door handles.
Variable speed intermittent windshield wipers.
Front license plate bracket.
Pwr sliding rear window.
Locking tailgate
18" 10-spoke aluminum alloy wheels.
P235/50R18 all-season tires.
Pwr tilt/slide moonroof -inc: 1-touch open/close, sliding sunshade.
1-piece chrome window surround.
Dynamic auto-leveling xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps -inc: dual-swivel adaptive front lighting system, delayed auto-off.
Integrated fog lamps.
LED lights -inc: brake lamps, tail lamps, license plate.
Electrochromic pwr folding heated mirrors -inc: puddle lamps, auto-tilt-down in reverse, memory.
UV reducing glass.
Acoustic glass windshield.
Water-repellent windshield & front door glass.
Laminated side window glass.
Rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers w/mist cycle
ENTERTAINMENT
Media center 130 -inc: AM/FM stereo, CD/MP3 player.
(6) speakers.
Mobile device audio jack input.
SIRIUS satellite radio -inc: 1-year service *N/A in AK or HI*.
Fixed long mast antenna
AM/FM/MP3/WMA stereo w/in-dash 6-disc changer -inc: digital sound processor (DSP), automatic sound levelizer (ASL), (10) speakers w/subwoofer, auxiliary audio input, Bluetooth streaming audio.
XM satellite radio -inc: (90) day trial subscription.
Shark-fin antenna.
In-glass FM-diversity antenna.
Bluetooth hands-free phone system
INTERIOR
Cloth 40/20/40 split bench seat.
Rear folding bench seat.
Carpeted floor covering.
Front/rear floor mats.
Tilt steering column.
Sentry Key theft deterrent system.
Instrument cluster w/display screen.
Vehicle info center.
Temp & compass gauge.
Traveler/mini trip computer.
120-MPH primary speedometer.
Pwr windows w/front one-touch down.
Pwr accessory delay.
Pwr locks.
Remote keyless entry.
Speed control.
Air conditioning.
12V pwr outlet.
Premium vinyl door trim w/map pocket.
Color-keyed instrument panel bezel.
Overhead console.
Storage tray.
Driver/passenger assist handles.
Passenger side visor vanity mirror.
Overhead ambient surround lighting.
Chrome accent shift knob.
2nd row in-floor storage bins.
Rear underseat compartment storage
Leather seat trim.
Pwr front bucket seats -inc: 16-way pwr driver seat w/auto slide-away, 12-way pwr passenger seat, pwr lumbar, 3-position seat memory, adjustable headrests.
Rear seats -inc: (3) adjustable headrests.
Dual front/rear cupholders.
Center console -inc: sliding armrest, storage bin.
Carpeted floor mats.
Wood & leather-trimmed pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel -inc: audio controls, brake hold function, multi-info display controls, memory.
Optitron electroluminescent instrumentation.
TFT (thin film transistor) multi-info display -inc: driving range, average MPG, current MPG, average speed, outside temp, elapsed time, maintenance & diagnostic messages.
Eco drive indicator.
Lexus personalized settings.
Pwr windows -inc: 1-touch open/close, pwr retention.
Pwr door locks w/anti-lockout feature.
SmartAccess -inc: keyless entry, keyless start, window down, moonroof open, trunk open, panic feature, volume-adjustable confirmation tone & rolling code technology, keyless illuminated entry.
HomeLink universal transceiver.
Dynamic cruise control.
Illuminated remote releases -inc: trunk, fuel filler door.
Vehicle theft-deterrent system w/engine immobilizer.
Alarm system.
Dual-zone automatic climate control system -inc: smog sensor, auto recirculation, clear air filter, pollen filter.
Rear window defogger w/auto-off timer.
(2) aux pwr outlets.
Grain-matched wood trim -inc: center console, dash, door panels.
Electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass.
Foldable front door storage pockets.
Dual illuminated vanity mirrors.
Front/rear spot-lamp illumination
SAFETY
Advanced multistage front air bags.
Supplemental side air bags.
Supplemental side curtain front & rear air bags.
Front height adjustable shoulder belts.
Tire pressure monitoring display.
Child safety rear door locks.
Dual note horn
4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS).
Electronic control braking (ECB) -inc: electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), brake assist (BA).
Electronic parking brake.
Vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM) system -inc: vehicle stability control (VSC), traction control (TRAC).
Front/rear crumple zones.
Side-impact door beams.
Daytime running lights.
Dual front 2-stage airbags -inc: occupant classification system.
Front side-impact airbags.
Front/rear side curtain airbags.
Dual front knee airbags.
All-position 3-point seat belts -inc: pretensioners, force limiters.
All-position emergency locking retractor (ELR).
All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR).
Front pwr height-adjustable shoulder anchors.
Child restraint seats (CRS) -inc: tether anchor brackets for rear seats, child safety rear door locks.
Emergency interior trunk release.
Direct-type tire pressure monitor system.
Collapsible steering column.
Impact-dissipating upper interior trim.
First aid kit.
Safety connect -inc: automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle location, emergency assist button, enhanced roadside assistance w/(1) year trial subscription
PACKAGE
Protection group -inc: tow hooks, transfer case skid plate shield
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Rebate
Warranty
Basic Years:
3.
Basic Miles/km:
36,000.
Emissions Years:
2.
Roadside Assistance Years:
3.
Drivetrain Years:
5.
Drivetrain Years:
Unlimited.
Corrosion Years:
5.
Corrosion Miles/km:
100,000.
Emissions Miles/km:
24,000.
Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
36,000.
Drivetrain Miles/km:
100,000.
Drivetrain Miles/km:
Unlimited
Basic Years:
4.
Basic Miles/km:
50,000.
Drivetrain Years:
6.
Drivetrain Miles/km:
70,000.
Corrosion Years:
6.
Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.
Roadside Assistance Years:
4.
Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V009000.
Mfg's Report Date:
JAN 07, 2010.
Component:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
24177.
Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING; DODGE AVENGER AND NITRO; JEEP LIBERTY, COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE; AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 DODGE RAM TRUCK. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY FORMED OR MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP..
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN BRAKE FAILURE WITHOUT WARNING WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH..
Remedy:
CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..
Notes:
CHRYSLER SAFETY RECALL NO. J37. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V200000.
Mfg's Report Date:
MAY 06, 2010.
Component:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
40131.
Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER 300, DODGE CHALLENGER, CHARGER, JEEP COMMANDER, GRAND CHEROKEE AND DODGE RAM VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A WIRELESS IGNITION NODE (WIN) MODULE EXHIBITING A BINDING CONDITION OF THE SOLENOID LATCH..
Consequence:
THE RESULT OF THE DEFECT COULD LEAD TO A CONDITION WHERE THE KEY MAY BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH (WIN MODULE) PRIOR TO PLACING THE SHIFTER IN PARK. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE POTENTIAL FOR UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT AND COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH..
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WIN MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
11V350000.
Mfg's Report Date:
JUL 06, 2011.
Component:
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
242,780.
Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 2500/3500 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 3500 CAB CHASSIS 4X2, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; AND MODEL YEAR 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 MEGA CAB 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH AUGUST 15, 2008. BECAUSE THE LEFT TIE ROD BALL STUD MAY FRACTURE.. THIS CONDITION TENDS TO OCCUR DURING LOW SPEED PARKING LOT TYPE MANEUVERS WHEN THE CUSTOMER IS MAKING A TIGHT TURN. ADDITIONALLY, MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 DODGE RAM 2500/3500 VEHICLES MAY HAVE RECEIVED THE AFFECTED TIE ROD ASSEMBLY AS A REPLACEMENT PART DURING NORMAL SERVICE..
Consequence:
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL STABILITY IN THE LEFT HAND FRONT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH..
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIE ROD ENDS FOR RELATIVE ORIENTATION AND REPLACE THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD AS REQUIRED AND PERFORM A FRONT END TOE ALIGNMENT AS NEEDED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..
Notes:
CHRYSLER SAFETY RECALL NO. L16. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V616000.
Mfg's Report Date:
DEC 07, 2010.
Component:
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
76122.
Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 DODGE RAM TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 2009 THROUGH OCTOBER 2010. SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DIESEL ENGINE AND A HYDROBOOST BRAKE SYSTEM MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH A POWER STEERING RESERVOIR CAP WITH EXCESSIVE VENT PRESSURE LEVELS THAT MAY RESULT IN BRAKE PEDALS THAT ARE SLOW TO RETURN..
Consequence:
BRAKE LIGHTS THAT ARE SLOW TO EXTINGUISH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH..
Remedy:
CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR CAP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..
Notes:
CHRYSLER SAFETY RECALL NO. K33. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V474000.
Mfg's Report Date:
OCT 07, 2010.
Component:
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
840.
Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 DODGE RAM D2, DJ, AND DS-BODY VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "CERTIFICATION." SOME VEHICLES HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH CERTIFICATION AND/OR SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION LABELS PRINTED WITH INCORRECT WEIGHT OR SEATING CAPACITY INFORMATION..
Consequence:
THE MISINFORMATION ON THESE LABELS COULD LEAD TO, AMONG OTHER THINGS, FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS THAT COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH..
Remedy:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION AND/OR SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION LABELS. AT THE CUSTOMER¿S OPTION, THEY MAY TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO A CHRYSLER DEALER FOR INSTALLATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..
Notes:
CHRYSLER'S CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS K27. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V821000.
Mfg's Report Date:
December 20, 2017.
Component:
POWER TRAIN.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
1,482,874.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition..
Consequence:
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash..
Remedy:
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is expected to begin February 8, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79..
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
14V635000.
Mfg's Report Date:
OCT 07, 2014.
Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
314704.
Summary:
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat..
Consequence:
If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire..
Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 5, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65..
Dates of Manufacture:
MAR 26, 2009 to SEP 04, 2013.
Manufacturer Recall No.:
P65.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
13V529000.
Mfg's Report Date:
NOV 06, 2013.
Component:
STEERING.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
265,057.
Summary:
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break..
Consequence:
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash..
Remedy:
Chrysler notified owners in December 2013 and offered through its dealers installation of a new left tie rod assembly, free of charge. On or about February 27, 2014, Chrysler ceased its recall remedy program due to parts quality concerns. Chrysler expects to reinitiate the recall remedy campaign, but with limited parts availability, on or about the week of April 14, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N49.
Notes:
This recall supersedes tie rod recall 11V350. Vehicles that were previously remedied under recall 11V350 are also affected by this campaign. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V218000.
Mfg's Report Date:
MAY 21, 2010.
Component:
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
3800.
Summary:
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 LEXUS LS460 AND LS600 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 20, 2009 THROUGH MAY 13, 2010. A PROGRAMMING CHANGE OF THE STEERING CONTROL ECU FOR THE VARIABLE GEAR RATIO STEERING (VGRS) SYSTEM CAN CAUSE IMPROPER ACTIVATION OF THE STEERING SYSTEM PROTECTION LOGIC DESIGNED TO PROTECT THE SYSTEM WHEN LARGER THAN NORMAL STEERING INPUTS ARE APPLIED AT A FULLY TURNED POSITION..
Consequence:
IMPROPER ACTIVATION OF THE STEERING SYSTEM PROTECTION LOGIC CAN CAUSE THE STEERING WHEEL TO BECOME OFF-CENTERED UP TO 90 DEGREES. THIS MAY OCCUR AFTER THE DRIVER HAS FULLY TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL IN ONE DIRECTION THEN QUICKLY ATTEMPTS TO TURN IT BACK TO THE CENTER POSITION. SHOULD THIS OCCUR WHILE DRIVING, THE RISK OF A CRASH IS INCREASED..
Remedy:
TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND LEXUS DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING CONTROL ECU FREE OF CHARGE. TOYOTA HAS NOT DETERMINED WHEN THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331..
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
News - Crash Test Results
Frontal Driver:
Not Rated.
Frontal Passenger:
Not Rated.
Side Driver:
Not Rated.
Side Rear Passenger:
Not Rated.
Crash Test Note:
Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags..
NHTSA Rollover Rating:
* * * *.
Rollover Note:
The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
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