NHTSA Complaint #11661171 — 2016 RAM 1500

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11661171
Vehicle	2016 RAM 1500
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	November 8, 2024
Date Filed	May 15, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

While driving My Dodge Ram 1500 on the freeway at 65 MPH the steering wheel locked up and I had no control over my vehicle. The vehicle put everyone on the freeway in danger, including myself. Each time this happened the engine light and the light for the traction control system came on. This has happened multiple times and each time I have reported it to the dealership, they say they can not help me unless it happens while they are driving it. Please address this before someone gets hurt because of my steering column locking up.

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