Issue ID | 1686671 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11352426 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 1500 |
Model Year | 2020 |
File date | 01/09/20 |
Component | POWER TRAIN |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Vehicle has consistent throttle input response lag. When applying throttle from a standstill there is a 1 to 1. 5 second lag before the engine revs. The same lag occurs when but can last up to 3 seconds when attempting to increase acceleration from any given rolling speed. This is incredibly dangerous as it makes the simple and frequent challenge of crossing an intersection and/or overcoming slower traffic impossibly difficult to accomplish safely and without drama/stress. Delays in response cause the drivers to second guess their decisions and actions. The result will either be to lift off of the throttle (at which point the vehicle may decide to accelerate partially) or to take their eyes off of the road/traffic and check the instrument panel (at which point the vehicle may then decide to accelerate). If there is oncoming traffic, pedestrians or other obstacles, this can result in a major accident, injury and/or death. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 966 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WARMINSTER, PA |
VIN pattern | 1C6SRFHT7LNXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 5 |
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