Issue ID | 1639944 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11302859 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 3500 |
Model Year | 2015 |
File date | 25/01/20 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, white smoke started to emerge from the exhaust pipe and the vehicle started to loose power. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to the dealer at approximate 10 mph, they determined that the diesel particulate filter had blown inside the exhaust system and needed replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 82,143. The vin was unavailable. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 82143 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | ONALASKA, TX |
VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
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 | 14/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 65 |
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