| Issue ID | 1031963 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10558869 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 03/01/14 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While backing up, the ball on the front left tie rod end completely disengaged, leaving no control of the wheel assembly. Upon inspection, both front tie rod ends exhibited looseness in the ball joints. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 103224 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SIOUX RAPIDS, IA |
| VIN pattern | 1D7HU18296JXXXXXX |
| 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 | 06/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
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| Vehicle speed | 5 |
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