NHTSA Complaint #11426992 — 2017 RAM 1500

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11426992
Vehicle	2017 RAM 1500
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	July 26, 2021
Date Filed	July 29, 2021
Mileage	50,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NH

Consumer Description

The contact's husband owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering assist and excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle. The contact's husband had taken the vehicle to the dealer however, the mechanic was unable to service the vehicle. The contact then made an appointment with the dealer for the vehicle to be serviced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000

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