| Issue ID | 1558038 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11202913 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 21/04/19 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. While driving 20 mph, the driveshaft popped out and the two rear wheels seized. As a result, the driveshaft snapped off the axle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the pinion nut was loose, which affected the differential and caused the driveshaft to snap. The failure was unavoidable and the manufacturer stated that there was no recall. The manufacturer stated that there was a possibility of receiving assistance with the repairs, but they did not elaborate. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 111,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 111000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | BETHPAGE, NY |
| VIN pattern | 1D7HU18287JXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 06/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 20 |
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