Mechanic Notes

2017 Dodge Durango Axle Shaft recall 17V541000

Safety recall

Component: Power Train: Axle Assembly: Axle Shaft · Campaign 17V541000 · Reported 31/08/2017

Symptoms / what can happen

If a halfshaft is too short, it may disengage from the differential causing a loss of drive and increasing the risk of a crash.

Cause

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles. The vehicles may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace both halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T55.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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