Chrysler will be recalling certain Chrysler and Dodge trucks after investigating complaints of rear axle differential failures. According to the recall report, the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline. If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle could lock up causing an unexpected loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash. There are approximately fifteen complaints alleging accidents because of the problem. Continue reading

Chrysler has announced several recalls for certain Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles involving brakes, fuel systems, engine cooling, and airbags. Anyone receiving recall notices are asked to take their vehicles in for repairs as soon as possible. For more information on these recalls, owners are asked to contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Continue reading

The job of an oxygen sensor in a vehicle is to compare the oxygen content coming out of the exhaust to the oxygen content in the exhaust stream. This helps the vehicle computer determine whether to enrich or lean the fuel mixture, allowing the catalytic converter to operate more efficiently and reduce emissions into the environment. Exhaust byproducts can often block the sensor’s element over time causing poor fuel economy and increased emissions. Continue reading