| Issue ID | 853563 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10396419 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| File date | 16/11/09 |
| Component | TIRES:TREAD/BELT |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2004 dodge ram 1500. Consumer states problem with vehicle tires *tgw the consumer purchased a set of cooper discoverer tires, only to experience tread separation on three different occasions. The consumer stated as he was driving, he felt the front end of the vehicle shimmy and then there was a loud noise. He was able to pull over and when he exited the vehicle, he discovered the left front tire had shredded, but it was still holding air. The last tread separation caused $2000 in damage to the front of the vehicle. *jb |
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| Number of Occurences | 3 |
| Source of the issue | CONSUMER LETTER |
| City and State | CATHEDRAL CITY, CA |
| VIN pattern | 1D7HU18D44SXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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