| Issue ID | 628972 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10189865 |
| Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| File date | 19/02/07 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Bought the truck used from dealership. Dashboard already slightly cracked. Previous owner said dash just started cracking on its own for no reason. This has been reported all over the country by people with the same year, make, and model. The dash just falls apart as a result of poor manufacturing. Electrical wiring is in danger of failing due to gaping hole in dash. Dodge needs to recall their mistake. Dodge would not pay for repairs and just id nothing. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 70000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | ALPHARETTA, GA |
| VIN pattern | 3B7HF13Z51GXXXXXX |
| 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 | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | 4WD |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
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| Type of child seat code | |
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| Dealer's name | HAYES DODGE |
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