| Issue ID | 759014 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10303744 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 3500 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 22/01/10 |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | One of my tie rod ends just disintegrated while i was underway on smooth surface, resulting in loss of steering. I could have rolled the vehicle. This is the second tie rod end to go on this vehicle in less than 25k miles. The universal joint was making noises. The consumer requested the dealer replace it. Updated 04/19/10 |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 25000 |
| Number of Occurences | 2 |
| Source of the issue | CONSUMER LETTER |
| City and State | ESSEX, MA |
| VIN pattern | 3D6WH48A78GXXXXXX |
| 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 | 31/10/07 |
| Was original owner? | Y |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
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| Vehicle speed | 10 |
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