2007 Dodge RAM 1500: engine failure

Filed Apr 22, 2019 · Transmission · 111,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. While driving 20 MPH, the driveshaft popped out and the two rear wheels seized. As a result, the driveshaft snapped off the axle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the pinion nut was loose, which affected the differential and caused the driveshaft to snap. The failure was unavoidable and the manufacturer stated that there was no recall. The manufacturer stated that there was a possibility of receiving assistance with the repairs, but they did not elaborate. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 111,000.

Filed Apr 4, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 160,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 35 MPH approaching a traffic signal, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator flashed. Also, the brakes and power steering seized. The contact coasted the vehicle to the road shoulder. The contact waited a few seconds and, as soon as the vehicle stopped, shifted the gear lever to park and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently approximately 35 times during the course of two years. The contact called port jeff chrysler, jeep,dodge, ram in port jefferson station, new york and was advised to take the additional keys off of the key ring. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Jun 1, 2016 · Transmission · 89,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the rear differential failed, while he drove at approximately 30 MPH. The contact heard a rattling noise at the rear end and the vehicle seized. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v796000 (power train). The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 89,000.

Filed Apr 20, 2016 · Transmission · 165,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. While driving 20 MPH, the rear tire seized and the driveshaft detached from the rear axle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v796000 (power train). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.

Filed Nov 5, 2015 · Acceleration, Airbags · 80,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle made a loud revving noise. The contact coasted the vehicle over to the side of the road and was able to restart the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed the there was an acceleration failure. The vehicle was not repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 02/05/16*lj updated 02/10/16.

Filed Oct 30, 2015 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while reversing from a parking space, the braking ability seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the metal brake line failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jul 14, 2015 · Transmission · 123,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. While driving 45 MPH, the driveshaft fractured and the rear differential seized, which caused the vehicle to veer to the side of the road. The failure recurred on one occasion. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 123,000.

Filed Apr 15, 2015 · Airbags, Steering · 113,000 miles · IN · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2007 dodge ram 1500. While making a left turn at 15 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and the contact crashed into trees. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained bruises that did not require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v817000 (air bags). The failure mileage was 113,000.

Filed Jun 23, 2014 · Transmission · 101,309 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the contact heard a scraping noise and the ABS and brake lights illuminated then the rear brakes seized. And the rear brakes seized. The contact pulled the vehicle over and noticed that the driveshaft became detached and fluid was leaking from the rear differential. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who stated that the rear differential and driveshaft assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 101,309.