| Issue ID | 1115265 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10639594 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 2500 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 27/09/14 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tpms valve stem failed causing a flat tire. The tire valve itself completely came apart while driving highway speeds. Indicator light came on, but so what , it was caused by its own flawed design. Upon inspection of the other tire valves, it is discovered that they are all cracked and ready to fail as well and need expensive replacement. This is unacceptable.. A "safety system" that is poorly constructed, dangerous, and required by law to be installed in vehicles. A recall must be mandated. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 12189 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | AMITYVILLE, NY |
| VIN pattern | 3D7KS28T79GXXXXXX |
| 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 | 8 |
| Drive train type | 4WD |
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| Vehicle speed | 65 |
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