| Issue ID | 1278532 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10861262 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 2500 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 18/08/15 |
| Component | TIRES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500 equipped with michelin goodrich lt (na) tires, size: 265/70r17 (na). While driving 65 mph, there was an abnormal vibration coming from the vehicle. The contact noticed the tires where cracking and coming apart from the seams. After driving approximately 4 miles, the tires blew out without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The tire manufacturer stated that the cracks were due to normal weather conditions in the area. The tires were replaced. The vehicle and tire failure mileage was 17,773. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 17773 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | HOMESTEAD , FL |
| VIN pattern | 3D7KS28A58GXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| 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 | 65 |
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