Issue ID | 1440111 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11063150 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 2500 |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 16/01/18 |
Component | AIR BAGS |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge ram 2500 towing a curt gooseneck hitch. The contact stated that the hitch became unhooked while driving in reverse at 3 mph. The vehicle hitch assemble crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy there were no injuries, fire or police report filed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic the local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact believes the ball on the hitch assembly was undersized. The manufacturer was notified of the issue but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown. The vin was not available. |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | WAST CANTON, OH |
VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | Y |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 3 |
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