| Issue ID | 874268 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10417949 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 01/08/11 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that when the left turn signal was activated, the right turn signal would illuminate instead, causing a misscommunication with other drivers. As a result, the contact was nearly involved in a crash. The contact was made aware, via the internet, that this was a common failure and the multi function switch would need to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty and there were no recalls addressing the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 46,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 46000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | WEST CHESTER, PA |
| VIN pattern | 1D7HU18286SXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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