Chrysler recalling 1.2 million trucks over steering issueNovember 9, 2013 - 11:23 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Chrysler is the latest auto maker to issue a recall of select models, this one concerning a hefty 1.2 million trucks that could suffer from a loss of steering. The models are compromised of mostly 2003 – 2008 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks, with the rest being composed of nearer 2008 through 2012 2500/3500/4500/5500 models and Ram 1500 4×4 Mega Cab 2008 models, SlashGear reports. According to Chrysler, the tie rods in these trucks could have been installed inappropriately during the models’ assembly, and the result is a possible fracture on about 453,500 of the recalled models. Under the recall, dealerships will replace the tie rod assemblies on affected vehicles starting in January 2014. Unfortunately, six accidents have been caused by this problem, among them being two injuries from the 2008 through 2012 Ram 2500 and Ran 3500 trucks. With the other models, a total of one accident is known to have occurred, and fortunately no one was injured in the process. Unfortunately, not all owners will be able to get their parts replaced in January, though they will be able to get servicing before that. Those with Ram 4500 and Ram 5500 models, owners may have to wait until later next year for the parts needed to become available. Until the parts come in, drivers will be able to head to their nearest dealership and have the tie rods inspected for possible misalignment. If such a problem is identified, the alignment will be fixed until replacement parts are available. Photo: slashgear.com Related links: Top stories Yerevan will host the 2024 edition of the World Congress On Information Technology (WCIT). Rustam Badasyan said due to the lack of such regulation, the state budget is deprived of VAT revenues. Krisp’s smart noise suppression tech silences ambient sounds and isolates your voice for calls. Gurgen Khachatryan claimed that the "illegalities have been taking place in 2020." Partner news Most popular in the section | Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. Azerbaijan must respect human rights, Scholz tells Aliyev German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for greater respect for human rights in Azerbaijan. Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush. Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. |