Front axle problem

[Bulldog74]

My RHO has 1,900 miles on it and the front passenger side axle shaft is leaking oil badly. Took it to the dealership last week they said the parts would be in on Monday. Now they say parts are on back order and hopefully will be in on Thursday. I am not complaining but wanted to share with the RHO community to watch for oil or signs of damage on your garage floor. That is how I noticed the problem. I have attached a few pictures of the floor and one from underneath the RHO.

 

[Irongoats]

Damn, well hopefully Thursday you get taken care of.

 

[Joe86]

Them mfkrs didn't fix the issue. It existed with TRX and I guess still going.

 

[RAM-Ranch-MT]

Them mfkrs didn't fix the issue. It existed with TRX and I guess still going.

yup! plus leveling kit increases the angle and causes them to wear faster!

 

[Bulldog74]

Them mfkrs didn't fix the issue. It existed with TRX and I guess still going.

I was not aware this was an issue until I saw your post. I went and did some research and see what you mean. Thank you for letting me know. This is very disappointing.

 

[Bulldog74]

Update, I picked up the RHO last night from the dealer and everything was fixed. They were not sure why it went bad just said it should be good going forward. I will be keeping an eye on this.

 

[frogjbm]

yup! plus leveling kit increases the angle and causes them to wear faster!

Seriously??

 

[Cautionary Tale]

Update, I picked up the RHO last night from the dealer and everything was fixed. They were not sure why it went bad just said it should be good going forward. I will be keeping an eye on this.

Hopefully its good going backwards too.

 

[DaddyKaddy]

My RHO has 1,900 miles on it and the front passenger side axle shaft is leaking oil badly. Took it to the dealership last week they said the parts would be in on Monday. Now they say parts are on back order and hopefully will be in on Thursday. I am not complaining but wanted to share with the RHO community to watch for oil or signs of damage on your garage floor. That is how I noticed the problem. I have attached a few pictures of the floor and one from underneath the RHO.

I really enjoyed the post-it notes and measurements! all I could think is this is a guy that doesn't half ass his way through life! Lol good stuff

 

[itsmekylep]

Dropped mine off for the CEL and while it's sitting there, they also replaced the RH Front axle shaft. I never saw it leaking, but I guess it was.

 

[jmill012]

Dropped my RHO off at the dealer today to get the power boards installed and was told I have the same leak. They are ordering the parts but said I can drive it for now. Never even saw the leak or any fluid in my garage.

 

[RHOfan]

Dropped my RHO off at the dealer today to get the power boards installed and was told I have the same leak. They are ordering the parts but said I can drive it for now. Never even saw the leak or any fluid in my garage.

WTH!

What’s next?

Gonna check mine tomorrow.

 

[Scottie2Hottie]

I mend to do some research. I’m curious how the axle is constructed. Seems like upgraded seals may be needed?