Ram Trucks Investigation: Crashes Prompt Probe of Over a Million Vehicles

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【Summary】Over a million Ram trucks are under investigation after three reported crashes. Owners have complained about intermittent power steering issues, with some losing control of their steering. The NHTSA is investigating and urging affected owners to report any problems. No decision on a potential recall has been made yet.

FutureCar Staff Aug 14, 2023 6:22 AM PT

Ram Trucks Investigation: Crashes Prompt Probe of Over a Million Vehicles

We can find detailed user issues on the NHTSA website. One owner from Trenton, ME, shares their experience with the power steering in their vehicle. They mention that the EPS (Electric Power Steering) is cutting out intermittently. They explain that sometimes the power steering is there, and other times it is not. They discovered online that other vehicles from the same year and manufacturer have the same problem and have been recalled, but for some reason, their vehicle has not been included in the recall.

Another testimonial that raises even more concern comes from an owner in Monroe, GA. They describe a situation where their truck completely lost steering power. Fortunately, they were able to stop without causing an accident, but they emphasize that they had no control over the steering at all.

In a related incident, just a few months ago, 29,000 units of the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks were issued a "do not drive" advisory due to Takata Airbag recalls. This shows that there have been previous safety concerns with this particular vehicle model.

Currently, the NHTSA's investigation into the power steering issues in the Ram 1500 trucks is ongoing. The decision regarding a potential recall is yet to be determined. However, the agency urges owners of the affected Ram 1500s to promptly report any power steering issues they encounter. This is important for gathering more information and ensuring the safety of the vehicle owners and other road users.