Issue ID | 1616217 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11278171 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 1500 |
Model Year | 2010 |
File date | 14/10/19 |
Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. While driving 65 mph, the contact started to smell fuel fumes inside the vehicle. Through the rearview mirror, he also noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the 4wd warning indicator was illuminated. The contact pulled over, exited the vehicle, and noticed smoke and a fuel leak on the rear tires. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear axle and rear wheel seal needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 150,792. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 150792 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | HOOVER, AL |
VIN pattern | 1D7RV1GT3ASXXXXXX |
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 | 25/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 65 |
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