| Issue ID | 1272063 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10852266 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 3500 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 01/03/16 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that the engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle failed to start. The contact mentioned that black smoke emitted from the exhaust. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the dpf assembly, exhaust gasket, and temperature sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 91,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 91000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | OREGON CITY, OR |
| VIN pattern | 3D7MX38A37GXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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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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