| Issue ID | 802929 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10343969 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 3500 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 16/07/10 |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl*the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 3500. While making a left turn 5 mph the tie rod broke causing a loss of the steering control and the restricted ability to turn the vehicle in one direction. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where they replaced the tie rod. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure and current mileages were 29,000. Updated 10/05/10 *bf the consumer was told that an improperly geometry at the time of initial factory installation may lead to premature failure. Updated 10/07/10. *jb |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 29000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | DALLAS, OR |
| VIN pattern | 3D7MX48L89GXXXXXX |
| 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 | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
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| Vehicle speed | 5 |
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