| Issue ID | 968145 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10501419 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 03/03/13 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, a rattle noise was heard from under the hood. The contact attempted to stop the vehicle but the tires seized and caused him to skid to the side of the road. The contact also stated that he noticed an oil leak. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the pinion nut and drive shaft failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 30,100. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 30100 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | KINGS PARK, NY |
| VIN pattern | 1D3HV13T29SXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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| Vehicle speed | 60 |
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