The contact owns a 2015 ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The contact stated that the crank shaft position sensor was previously reprogrammed under an unknown recall; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the manufacturer had not provided authorization to replace the crank shaft position sensor under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000.
VIN Pattern | 1C6RR7NM*FS****** |
Drive Type | 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) |
Manufacturer | FCA US LLC |
Make | RAM |
Model | 1500 |
Model Year | 2015 |
Trim | Laramie |
Body Cab Type | Crew/Super Crew/Crew Max |
Body Class | Pickup |
Vehicle Type | TRUCK |
Engine Displacement (CC) | 3000 |
Engine Displacement (CI) | 183.071 |
Other Engine Info | Sales Code: EXF |
Primary Fuel Type | Diesel |
Brake System Type | Hydraulic |
Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
Side Air Bag | All Rows |
Seat Belts | Manual |
Other Restraint System Info | Active Seat Belt |
Plant Company Name | Warren Truck Assembly |
Plant City | WARREN |
Plant State | MICHIGAN |
Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |