| Issue ID | 1038774 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10563640 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 08/02/14 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2007 dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4 with previous recall for front steering linkage drivers side tie rod snapped while driving making me loose control of the vehicle. Recently notified by dealership during a routine maintenance that a recall for this item had been issued. I never received recall notice from dodge. Dealership confirmed that the left tie rod needs to be replaced under the n62 recall. Dealership inspected per dodge direction and confirmed it was safe to drive vehicle. I was placed on waiting list for part. Part would not be available until may possibly. Dealership is only allowed to order 1 recall kit per week per the service manager. I noticed dodge customer service and was issued case number. Vehicle is at dealership service at this point and i am waiting for response. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 109000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BERLIN, CT |
| VIN pattern | 3D7KS19DX7GXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | Y |
| 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 |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
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| Vehicle speed | 30 |
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