| Issue ID | 900530 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10442667 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| File date | 01/06/11 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle dashboard developed a fracture above the left side of the glove compartment that continued up to the windshield. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who advised the contact that the dashboard would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any immediate assistance and explained to the contact that once the repairs were performed, she could send the paper work in to determine eligible for reimbursement. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 110,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 75000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | MARLBORO, VT |
| VIN pattern | 1D7HU18N33SXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| 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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