The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. The contact heard a grinding noise coming from the rear axle of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, but the results were unknown. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown... consumer stated noise is coming from the bearings in the rear axle.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding sound without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and it was diagnosed that the rear axle failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was also made aware of NHTSA campaign number: 10V656000 (suspension); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that only NHTSA could add vins to the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. While operating the vehicle, a grueling and humming noise was present from the rear suspension. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,000.

- Tishoningo, OK, USA

The contact owns 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received two manufacturer recall notices and NHTSA campaign id 10V656000, suspension: Rear: Axle: Spindle over six months and the parts were not available. The contact was concerned that the repair had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. The failure mileage was 3,000 and the current mileage was 13,000. Three different recalls since Dec 2010 and could not get parts until I contacted you. All have now been resolved. Updated 09/08/2011

- Mcdonough, GA, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 10V656000 (suspension:rear:axle:spindle) and called the dealer to set up an appointment for repairs. The vehicle was not repaired due to part availability. After two months of contacting the dealer, the part was still not available. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the recall and was advised to check with the dealer. The contact stated that the time period of having the vehicle repaired under the recall was unacceptable and was concerned with the possibility of the vehicle being involved in a crash if the recall failure was to occur. The failure mileage was 8,168.

- Shelby, NC, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that after receiving a recall in regards to NHTSA campaign id number 10V656000(suspension:rear:axle:spindle) and scheduling an appointment they advised her that the parts are still on back order. The manufacturer was contacted and advised her that they would check on the distribution to her dealer. The failure and current mileages were approximately 3,100.

- Wilburn, AR, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that after receiving notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 10V656000 (suspension:rear:axle:spindle), the contact called the dealer to set up a appointment. The dealer advised that only one vehicle per week could be repaired under the recall and the vehicle possibly would not be repaired until September. The contact stated that the expectation of waiting until September for repairs was unreasonable. The failure mileage was 3,100.

- Bartlesville, OK, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that he received NHTSA recall campaign id number 10V656000(suspension:rear:axle:spindle). The dealer was notified approximately a week ago and advised him that the manufacturer only allowed one part to be issued every seven days. The contact was concerned with the severity of the recall if anything were to happen while he was driving. The failure and current mileage was approximately 13,900.

- Orlando, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated he received a recall notice in reference to NHTSA campaign id number 10V656000 (suspension:rear:axle:spindle). An authorized dealer was notified and they informed that the parts would become available once a month. The manufacturer was not made aware of the situation. The failure and current mileages were 1,500. The VIN was unavailable.

- Deltona, FL, USA