| Issue ID | 744921 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10290062 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 2500 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 25/10/09 |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500 mega cab. While driving at a low speed the right front axle failed. The mechanic discovered that the right front passenger side tie rod had fractured. The manufacturer stated that they could not sell him the part separately because the tie rod was re-designed and that it was sold as a unit. He contacted the dealer, and he was advised that the part was a common failure due to s manufacturers defect. The vehicle was repaired. The current and the failure mileages were 59,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 59000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | BUSHLAND , TX |
| VIN pattern | 3D7KS29C46GXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 10 |
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