NHTSA Complaint #11571210 — 2017 RAM 1500

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11571210
Vehicle	2017 RAM 1500
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	January 5, 2024
Date Filed	February 10, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OR

Consumer Description

Rack and pinion unit locked up and the tires immediately locked all the way to the right Along with the steering wheel locking up, Part not available for inspection. Has already been replaced. I could have injured or killed myself or another person because I could not steer, only able to apply brakes. The component was inspected and replaced by an independent service. No other inspections were done. No warning of any kind.

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