NHTSA Complaint #11644920 — 2021 RAM 1500

PARKING BRAKE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11644920
Vehicle	2021 RAM 1500
Component	PARKING BRAKE
Date of Incident	February 25, 2025
Date Filed	February 25, 2025
Mileage	51,409 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the steering wheel vibrated, and the vehicle stalled. The parking brake warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the failure recurred a short distance later. Neither the dealer nor independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,409.

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