| Issue ID | 502048 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10091509 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| File date | 07/09/04 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The mechanic told the consumer that the steering wheel shaft was cracked inside and needed replacement. Please fill in additional information. *jb the shifter in the steering column did not work. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 79000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ |
| VIN pattern | 3B7HC13Z61GXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | RWD |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
| Vehicle speed | 5 |
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| Type of child seat code | |
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| Dealer's name | FRIENCLT HONDA |
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