Issue ID | 854201 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10396735 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 2500 |
Model Year | 2010 |
File date | 15/04/11 |
Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Driving 2010 ram 2500 megacab diesel 4x4 with 13950 miles on odometer. Prior to trip noted that steering wheel freeplay was getting worse and noted needed to have checked by dealer under warranty the following week. While traveling on highway at 70mph, went over average bump - front end continued to shake and bounce violently until speed dropped below 40mph. Pulled over checked tires, steering components and general condition for roadside inspection -found no defects. Continued on road. 10 miles later at 64mph had same violent reaction to bump till below 40mph. 20 miles later event occurred again. Immediately took to dealer for evaluation. The dealer removed and replaced trackbar and tie rod, aligned front end, test drove and still noted wobble but improved. They then decided to replace the steering snubber. The dealer closed so i don't know if that resolved the issue yet or not. The tech said if it still wobbled that they would change the wheel bearing to resolve the issue. I will find out in the morning if the wheel bearing will require replacement. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 13950 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CROSBY, TX |
VIN pattern | 3D7UT2HL8AGXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 07/12/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
Drive train type | 4WD |
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Vehicle speed | 70 |
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