| Issue ID | 837958 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10375403 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 2500 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 18/12/10 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Drivers side tie rod end broke at joint. I was backing out of a parking spot and started to turn the wheel and it broke. I was towed under warranty and the part was replaced, but they did not cover it under warranty because of my larger tires. I am a member of many internet forums and this is happening to too many trucks. Stock or modified trucks it does not matter there is a problem with the part itself or the geometry of the steering. This is dangerous and somebody is going to get severely hurt or killed if this is not addressed soon! |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 35000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | OCEAN CITY, MD |
| VIN pattern | 3D7KS29L89GXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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| 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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| Vehicle speed | 1 |
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