| Issue ID | 502537 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10091745 |
| Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| File date | 09/09/04 |
| Component | STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While making a left turn consumer noticed that the steering wheel became stiff and was unable to steer it properly. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. *ak |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | WIND GAP, PA |
| VIN pattern | 3B7KF23C32MXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | Y |
| Anti-lock brakes | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
| Vehicle speed | 55 |
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