| Issue ID | 883600 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10427037 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| File date | 24/09/11 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Dashboard has cracked and pieces are falling into the electrical unit and ac units underneath the dash area. Afraid airbag will be damaged as they are not protected with the dash missing. Ac unit on passanger side is damaged and not working due to the condenser housing unit being exposed. Other electrical issues have occured like loss of function of the speedometer and all gages. Called the ram specialist at 866. 726. 4636 was instructed not under warrenty and nothing they could do to help. It would be our responsibility to cover the cost of 926. 00 plus tax at our dodge dealership. This is a manifactor defect that should be covered by dodge. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KILLEEN , TX |
| VIN pattern | 3D3HU18N22GXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | 4WD |
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