| Issue ID | 973651 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10507098 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| File date | 01/05/07 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500 club cab. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, there was a roaring noise coming from the tires and the rear tires failed to move. The contact was unable to drive vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, who stated a pin in the rear axle had fractured. The rear axle was rebuilt and repaired. The contact noticed growling noises coming from the rear again. The manufacturer was made aware, however, no assistance was provided. The current mileage was 240,000. The failure mileage was 80,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 80000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | SNELLVILLE, GA |
| VIN pattern | 1D7HA18D83SXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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