| Issue ID | 978074 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10510221 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| File date | 01/02/13 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Dashboard on my 2002 dodge ram is completely cracked and is falling apart. There are several jagged edges which are a safety risk that could cause severe injury if vehicle was involved in an accident. Dodge will not replace or fix the problem. Something needs to be done about this issue as it is a defect with their material within their vehicles. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 97542 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | HARLEYSVILLE, PA |
| VIN pattern | 1D7HU18N32JXXXXXX |
| 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 | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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