| Issue ID | 628434 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10189444 |
| Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| File date | 01/02/07 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | My 2001 dodge ram 1500 has a dash which began cracking several months ago. The cracks have gotten progressively worse in size and number. A little over 3 months ago a large portion of my dash caved in exposing the wiring underneath to direct sunlight. Also more recently, the molding around my instrument panel is cracking. This could become a hazard should the wiring melt due to not being protected from sunlight. No recall has been made by dodge and i am not in a position to spend several hundred dollars for a factory defect. |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | VIERA, FL |
| VIN pattern | 3B7HC13Y41GXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | RWD |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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