NHTSA Complaint #11716771 — 2003 DODGE RAM 1500

SUSPENSION:REAR issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11716771
Vehicle	2003 DODGE RAM 1500
Component	SUSPENSION:REAR
Date of Incident	February 7, 2026
Date Filed	February 9, 2026
Mileage	300,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	AL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven by a friend at 45 MPH, the rear axle detached. The driver was stranded by the roadside. The vehicle was towed to the driver's residence. There were no warning lights illuminated. An unknown local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 300,000.

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