| Issue ID | 720424 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10265638 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 2500 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 03/04/09 |
| Component | TIRES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact purchased four new nitto terra grappler at (na) tires, size 285/70r17 for his vehicle, but stated that they flex too much. Whenever he turns the vehicle, he feels as if the tires are falling off. When changing lanes, the vehicle is difficult to control and begins to swerve. The manufacturer advised him to file a warranty claim with one of the dealers. The manufacturer then called the dealer back and stated that there was nothing wrong with the tires; therefore, they would not provide compensation. The dot number was unknown. The failure mileage was 56,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 56000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | BURLINGTON, KY |
| VIN pattern | 3D7KS28C15GXXXXXX |
| 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 | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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