Issue ID | 1094079 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10618055 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 3500 |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 29/08/13 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The truck has what i describe as a "dead pedal". I was merging into traffic and let off the throttle in an evasive maneuver, but realized i need to accelerate quickly to avoid being hit. I pushed to accelerator to the floor, and there was a 2-3 second delay before the engine began accelerating. I avoided being hit only due to evasive steering. This situation is very dangerous. I have verified this condition in a controlled situation, and can replicate the problem each and every time. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 3000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WASHBURN, ND |
VIN pattern | 3C63RRML9DGXXXXXX |
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 |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 18/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
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Vehicle speed | 30 |
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