2009 Dodge RAM 1500: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Aug 17, 2017 · Steering, Visibility · 50,000 miles · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500. While the vehicle was stationary, the heating system and the defroster stopped working. The contact stated that the windows would not defrost and the heating system blew cold air in the winter of 2015. A dealer was not contacted about the failures. In addition, while driving 75 MPH, the steering wheel began to vibrate violently. An independent mechanic replaced the front driver and passenger sides outer tie rods to correct the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The contact stated that the vehicle was recalled per the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v158000 (equipment) prior to purchasing the vehicle in regards to the HVAC system failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Filed Aug 24, 2015 · Suspension · 12,000 miles · OH

Vehicle has had multiple suspension component failures (3 occurrences) resulting in uneven tire wear and catastrophic tire failure at highway speeds. Manufacturer has not resolved the problem despite multiple returns to the dealership. The vehicle has approximately 58,698 miles and requires both the outer tie rod ends to be replaced for the third time. (dealership assessment as of 08/15/2015, dealer #23432.) the condition results in unsafe play in the steering, premature tire failure and an audible clunk when turning the vehicle. The vehicle is primarily used on the highway and has never been taken off-road. The vehicle use is best described as extremely light duty.

Filed Jul 28, 2015 · 140,000 miles · MD

Fuel tank can fall free from vehicle due to rust out undercarriage fuel tank strap mount. Vehicle is 5 years old and the frame is rusting out to the point the fuel tank strap cannot be reattached. Was told by the dealer that there is nothing they could do and given a number to contact corporate. Talked to several people at corporate and was told my vehicle had too many miles on it and was out of warranty. Truck is otherwise in good condition, but is a safety hazard because the fuel tank can fall off truck at any given time. Also tie rod broke on me and had to have truck towed to dealer, was told it was due to wear and tear from normal driving, had to pay for replacement of both right and left tie rods and now seeing that there was a recall on them. Will never again buy and chrysler product, company does not stand behind their product....updated 08/08/17 *bf updated 12/12/2017

Filed Nov 24, 2014 · Suspension · ID

Received important safety recall notice in october/november 2013. Recall directed to contact local dodge dealer starting january 6, 2014. We have contacted local dodge dealer 3 or 4 times this year and keep receiving the same answer. They say they have parts ordered and they are working on vehicles in the order in which they arrive. It has been over a year now and our recall issue is not corrected. The recall problem is: the left tie rod ball stud on the truck may fracture under certain driving conditions. This could cause a loss of directional control and/or crash without warning. This issue has not yet happened, but we have been unable to correct the problem, and it could still happen. This incident is submitted november 24, 2014.

Filed Dec 5, 2013 · Steering · 27,300 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, he attempted to make a turn and a loud clicking noise emitted continuously. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where both front tie rods were replaced. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was previously repaired under a recall issued by the manufacturer related to the front tie rods. The vehicle was not serviced for the most recent failure. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 27,300. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jul 3, 2012 · Steering · 42,000 miles · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance. The mechanic stated that the outer tie rod ends would have to be replaced because they did not included grease fittings, which caused excessive wear. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v657000 (steering:linkages:tie rod assembly) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.

Filed Sep 2, 2011 · Suspension · 45,500 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated the tie rod ends failed. The manufacturer was contacted who advised that there were no recalls and offered him no further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 45,500.

Filed Jan 13, 2011 · Airbags · 26,791 miles · TX · crash

Airbag malfunctioned after a front passenger side collision. Airbag did not deploy, instead the entire airbag housing unit came unbolted from the steering wheel, became a projectile, struck driver and damaged steering wheel. Airbag unit, steering wheel, spring, and cruise control arm were replaced. Dealership kept faulty parts for inspection.