| Issue ID | 1010516 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10543307 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| File date | 11/09/13 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the drive shaft completely separated from the rear axle with no warning. The contact also mentioned that because of the failure, more damage occurred to the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the drive shaft had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 58000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | BARTLETT, IL |
| VIN pattern | 3D7JV1EP7AGXXXXXX |
| 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 | 45 |
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