| Issue ID | 803902 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10344844 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 2500 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 16/07/10 |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. While driving approximately 10 mph the front passenger side tire turned sideways and the vehicle continue to drive into a ditch. The contact was an independent mechanic and was able to determine that the front passenger side tie rod and lower ball joint failed. The contact stated that he was able temporarily repair the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the tie rod and lower ball joints were replaced. The failure and current mileages were 76,000. The vin was unavailable. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 76000 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | WICHITA FALLS, TX |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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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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