| Issue ID | 856344 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10398681 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 2500 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 01/09/10 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 2500 quadcab 4x4 swb. The contact stated that while driving, the power steering failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the failure was associated with the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v005000 (steering:linkages:tie rod assembly). The remedy was applied but did not correct the failure as the failure recurred within six months. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted who offered to file a complaint and stated they would be calling him back with additional information. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage 15,000 and the current mileage was 25,490. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 15000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | HONOLULU, HI |
| VIN pattern | 3D7KS29L49GXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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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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