10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
8,500 miles

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problem #2

Jul 072003

(reported on)

Ram 1500

  • miles
While driving approximately 45mph, had an accident by rear ending vehicle in front. ABS braking system had locked up. This caused the vehicle to skid into the vehicle in front. Air bags failed to deploy upon impact. Front end of vehicle was destroyed. Also, seat belts failed to restrain and driver suffered chest pains from hitting steering wheel, and had to be taken to hospital.

- Homosassa, FL, USA

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problem #1

Jun 202003

(reported on)

Ram 1500

  • 17,000 miles
When the driver's side seat belt is released from the locking mechanism the latch plate gets wedged between the door and the seat. Unable to remove without opening door.

- Canton, GA, USA

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