Pinion separated from front drivers' side of truck while driving, almost causing accident.

- Howardwick, TX, USA

I was driving on a highway when all of a sudden I heard what I thought to be a blow out (tire),as I pulled over on shoulder with difficulty I looked in mirror and saw a part has fallen off, later retrieved with tow truck driver, part being a driveshaft. Rear end had seized as I maneuvered my veh. As far on shoulder as possible, I feel fortunate for outcome of incident. I had gotten a tow to my resident now not sure what my next step is to do, any advise would be helpful. Thank you

- Yuba City, Ca, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle went over five potholes causing damage to the front suspension, the control arm and tie rod. The vehicle was taken to get an alignment and the independent mechanic technician informed the contact that the front suspension, control arm and tie rod needed to be replaced. The contact mentioned that the vehicle now experiencing a rattling noise while driving since he hit the potholes. The dealer nor manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving at high speeds, the vehicle experienced a severe vibration. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to rocky top Chrysler Jeep Dodge (3315 winfield dunn pkwy, kodak, tn) where it was diagnosed that the pinion nut was loose; however, the failure was not severe enough to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.

- Sevierville, TN, USA

09/01/2017 traveling East bound on hwy 12 in san joaquin county at 11:30 pm while driving at 55 mph in between 2 jersey walls I turned left and hit the brakes hard to avoid a broken down vehicle. (note broken down vehicle had no flashers, flairs or any other warning) while applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor. I started bouncing back and forth off the walls. Air bags deployed, I was airborne at one point & actually thought I was going to die and when I came to a stop I was facing the wrong direction on the hwy.. I started my vehicle to move over to the side of the road and it wouldn't move. I proceeded to walk around the vehicle and noticed the right rear wheel was missing.I believe when my brake pedal went to the floor that's when I lost the wheel. Chp called tow truck and said solo non injury accident no report needed I didn't realize and now it's been brought to my attention that the axle shaft broke on a weld and looks like there were air bubbles in the steel.I don't know if you have had any other issues with axle shafts, but I would like to file a claim. I believe the wreck was much worse due to the axle shaft breaking. Truck is totaled with a twisted frame. See also 11073246

- Brentwood, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the upper and lower control arms were completely worn out. The contact did not believe that the failure was due to normal wear and tear. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown.

- Jupiter, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 mph, the rear end of the vehicle began to vibrate and jerk violently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

- Brownsville, KY, USA

A recall was posted for 2006 and newer Dodge Ram for front wheel bearings. My 2005 had both front wheel bearings fail at less than 90,000 miles. Same manufacture of wheel bearings. Secondly, a recall was also given for a failed electrical switch pertaining to ignition switch and heater blower motor. Mine also failed in a cloud of smoke and smell of burning electrical component. I have both failed components, currently and would like to be included in these recalls.

- Cherry Hill, NJ, USA

Takata recall-the contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 15V313000 (air bag), 14V796000 (suspension) however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Riverside, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14V796000 (rear axle pinion nut) and 15V313000 (air bags). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Tum Water, WA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 mph, a loud knocking noise emitted from the rear passenger's side of the vehicle. The failure occurred one week after the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 14V796000 (power train). The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who informed that the rear axle shaft exhibited 1/8 of an inch grove and declined to perform an additional repair related to the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

- Powder Springs, GA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving various speeds, there was a loud noise and the driver side tie rod fractured. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driver side tie rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,912. Updated 05/31/2016 consumer stated parts were replaced on 1/21/12 with Chrysler parts updated 6/5/18

- Huntsville, AL, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the rear axle fractured causing the vehicle to spin out of control and crash into a tree. In addition, the rear tire became detached from the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact's passenger sustained minor back injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed and the vehicle was towed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

- Noble, LA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14V796000 (suspension) and 15V313000 (air bags); however, the parts for the repairs were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 04/04/16 the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired. Updated 10/18/2117

- Brighton, CO, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving 35 mph, the contact applied the brakes and the vehicle drifted backwards and the rear end locked up. The contact applied the emergency brake. The contact researched a recall related to the rear axle pinion nut. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed, but not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

- Stanfield, AZ, USA

I have been calling ed voyles Ram in marietta ga for over 5 months regarding 2 recalls (rear axle pinion nut P77 / NHTSA 14V-796 & driver airbag inflator R25 / NHTSA 15V-313) every time I call its always the same response, "no parts", and no idea when parts will arrive. How long should this take?

- Kennesaw, GA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 15000. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 14V796000 (power train) exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in 2015. The dealer stated that only one vehicle was repaired per day and the contact was not on the waiting list. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact stated that the rear axle was previously replaced. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Northport, AL, USA

The frame on my Dodge Ram has broken welds on both sides of the frame where the lower control arms mount to the frame. They have failed due to manufacturing defects during the welding process. The truck has never been wrecked, driven off road, or done any towing. Dodge refuses any assistance in replacing the frame because it has aged out of their warranty. The truck has 74,138 miles on it and is not drivable without a new frame. I had the truck in twice under warranty service for drivability issues under braking and steering over bumps. Neither time were the cracks in the frame found or addressed. Every time the brakes are applied, the steering wheel shakes uncontrollably and is unsafe to drive. I found the damage while changing the oil and was about to replace the frt hub bearing assembly on the passenger side since the driver's side had already failed and had been replaced earlier. Contacted Chrysler and was told that my truck had aged out of warranty, but that taking it to a dealer they would be able to find a technical service bulletin that may cover it. I googled tsb's and found one on the 2006 Dodge Ram frames for the exact same area affected on my truck, but Dodge still won't address this issue. I've been dealing with this for over six months and want my truck fixed or replaced.

- North Little Rock, AR, USA

Blew a rod and rear axle broke

- Suwanee, GA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 50 mph, all of the warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel and the brake lamps failed. The failure recurred numerous times. The driver stated that there was an abnormal odor of fuel coming from the front of the vehicle and the vehicle began to violently shake. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.

- Point Pleasent, WV, USA