| Issue ID | 837768 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10375281 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| File date | 08/01/11 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2001 dodge ram 1500 dashboard cracking and caving in. While driving this truck with the windows down a piece of the cracking dash flew into my eye and almost caused me to crash into another vehicle. I contacted dodge about the problem but they wanted me to pay for a new dash. I have spoken with [xxx] and given her my care# [xxx] but she is not willing to help with this safety issue i was given an estimate to replace the dash for $1576. 00 by westgate chrysler jeep dodge by service advisor [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 114034 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DURHAM, NC |
| VIN pattern | 1B7HC13YX1JXXXXXX |
| 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 | 1 |
| No. of fatalities | |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | RWD |
| Transmission type | |
| Vehicle speed | 50 |
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| Type of child seat code | |
| Type of restraint | |
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