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WASHINGTON — Chrysler Group is recalling 256,956 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup trucks because the rear axle may seize and/or the driveshaft may detach, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration . "In the affected vehicles, the... "If the pinion nut loosens, the rear axle may seize and/or the driveshaft may detach, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The affected trucks were built from January 28, 2004 to August 3, 2005. Dodge dealers will install a retention feature to the pinion nut. Source: www.edmunds.com