| Issue ID | 730585 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10276485 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| File date | 15/05/07 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | I purchased a 2001 dodge ram 1500 pickup truck new from the dealer. The plastic dash has developed cracks from the windshield to the front. These large cracked pieces create a safety issue in an accident or airbag deployment. The plastic material used in manufacturing is obviously defective. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 75000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KING, NC |
| VIN pattern | 3B7HF13Z11MXXXXXX |
| 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 | N |
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