NHTSA Complaint #532863 — 1998 DODGE RAM

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	532863
Vehicle	1998 DODGE RAM
Component	STEERING
Date Filed	September 8, 1999
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CO

Consumer Description

PROBLEMATIC STEERING AND BRAKING SYSTEMS.

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