I dont know if anyone else has posted this info before, but i ran across it looking for something else.
http://www.allworldauto.com/tsbs/NHT...in_334654.html

 

My 2009 started doing this a couple of months ago. I wish they'd do a TSB for that model year as well.

 

Carl,

There was a TSB for the 2009 model. I have listed it below.

NUMBER: 23-015-10
GROUP: Body
DATE: December 16, 2010

SUBJECT:
Front Bumper Corrosion
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves the inspection of front bumpers for corrosion and if necessary
replacing.
MODELS:
2009-2010 (DS) RAM 1500 Pickup
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built after July 01,2008 (MDH0701XX) and
before May 25,2010 (MDH0525XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may notice surface corrosion on the face of the bumper, close out panel
and/or around the mounting bolts at the top of the bumper.
DIAGNOSIS:
1. Inspect the front bumper for corrosion and pits as well as stress crack around the
mounting bolts? Were any of these symptoms found?
a. Yes>>> Proceed to the repair procedure.
b. No>>> Continue further diagnosis this bulletin does not apply.
NUMBER: 23-015-10
GROUP: Body
DATE: December 16, 2010
PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty. Part No. Description
(AR) 1 CEAFK235AA Carriage Bolts, Nuts and Washers Bumper to
Bumper Brackets
(AR) 1 CEAFK232AA Bumper, Shell for vehicles equipped with Fog
Lamps
(AR) 1 CEAFK231AA Bumper, Shell for vehicles NOT equipped
with Fog Lamps
(AR) 1 CEAFK234AA Panel, Air close out for vehicles equipped
with tow hooks
(AR) 1 CEAFK233AA Panel, Air close out for vehicles NOT
equipped with tow hooks

 

Chris,
do you know if ther is a TSB for the 2011 trucks...? I`ve seen a few 2011 trucks rusting already.

 

Lu,

There is not one currently for the 2011's but if one pops up I will post it on this thread.

 

Thanks budd

 

Sorry to revive an old thread but are TSBs only performed when the truck is on warranty? I am passed my 3/60 warranty.

Thanks

 

Steel,

TSB's, when performed by the dealer, are only covered under the factory warranty. Some would possibly be covered under a service contract but your coverage on the contract must provide for the faulty part to be replaced.

 

Alot depends on your dealer. Some can do what they call a "Good Will" if you`re out of warranty. One dealership i use to work for few yrs ago, we would take care of the customer even if their warranty expired if they were loyal to us. It was just the right thing to do. And no, i`m not talking about a engine or trans replacement for free either... small items were no big deal, it would always guarantee a sale for the dealership in the future because we took care of the customer, they always came back to buy another car or truck from us because they KNEW we would take good care of them. A happy customer is a repeat customer. These kinds of dealers are very hard to find today, they pretty much dont exist anymore. So if i were you, i would ask your dealer or rep about a good will for you. If they blow you off, call chrysler, that may get it covered for you.

 

Would the bumper be covered under the corrosion warranty instead of the bumper to bumper warranty?