Chrysler Group LLC stated this week that they're recalling 360,000 pickups and SUVs sold in North America to fix rear axles that could fail according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The rear axle pinion nut on affected vehicles may become loose due to the omission of an adhesive patch. A loose pinion nut could cause the rear axle to lock up, which could lead to an accident or a loss of vehicle control.

The Detroit automaker said the recall increases an earlier one also involving faulty rear axles that were made with a fastener that can become loose when the car is in drive.

No injuries or accidents have occurred due to the issue as of yet.

Chrysler dealerships are committed to installing a retainer, free of charge, which will secure the fastener.

In March the company will notify owners if they need to take their vehicle to a dealership to be fixed. Owners will be sent a letter in the mail according to the NHTSA.

Number of Vehicles Potentially Affected

The 361,819 trucks and SUVs according to the NHTSA include: 

  -Model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011.

  -Model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007 through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011.

  -Model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008.

  -Model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008.

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