NHTSA Complaint #11506425 — 2010 DODGE RAM

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11506425
Vehicle	2010 DODGE RAM
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	February 3, 2023
Date Filed	February 9, 2023
Mileage	130,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NC

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was a loud bang underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear axle was completely locked in position, causing the rear wheels to start dragging while the contact was pulling to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the drive shaft had disconnected from the rear differential. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V474000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

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