| Issue ID | 1081399 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10606544 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 3500 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 28/02/14 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact own a 2006 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that the power steering was leaking. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the linkage needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 122,000. The dealer inspected the vehicle, and informed the consumer, the steering linkage on his vehicle, was not on the safety recall list. The consumer strongly believed the original steering linkage on his vehicle was faulty and should be investigated for replacement. There is a leak at the pump which has caused damage to the left ball joint. Updated 07/28/14 |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 122000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | OCALA, FL |
| VIN pattern | 1D7KS28C66JXXXXXX |
| 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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