| Issue ID | 1084613 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10608639 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 2500 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 06/01/14 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Important saftey recall n49/nhtsa 13v-529: the left tie rod ball stud on the truck may fracture under certain driving conditions. This could cause a loss of directional control and/or crash without warning. The 2500 dodge ram was purchase to tow a 27foot rv. This is its primary purpose. Since i received the recall notice (jan 2014), i've contacted folsom dodge (folsom, ca) each month. I am told that they do not have the parts to make the repairs, and that there are over 100 trucks ahead of my truck. Folsom dodge will call me, but i have not received a call back from them. I have called on the following dates: jan 27, 2014; feb 21, 2014; mar 21, 2014; apr 25, 2014; may 23, 2014; jun 20, 2014; and jul 7, 2014. I am call every two weeks. This is now "camping" season. This repair must be made as soon as possible. It's been over 7 months and still no parts????? Really!!!!! Each time we take the rv out, we are risking our lives unnecessarily. This is unacceptable. *js |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | PLACERVILLE, CA |
| VIN pattern | 3D7KS28L59GXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
| 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 |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Drive train type | 4WD |
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