NHTSA Complaint #11704481 — 2003 DODGE RAM 1500

SUSPENSION issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11704481
Vehicle	2003 DODGE RAM 1500
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	January 1, 2023
Date Filed	December 11, 2025
Mileage	180,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TN

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the steering wheel and the front wheels were uncontrollable. While driving from Georgia to Memphis, there was an unknown object loose by the wheel. The ball joint suspension was replaced by an independent mechanic. The low tire pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact was unable to control the vehicle and had the vehicle towed to an unstated location. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

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