2010 Ram 1500: Steering complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 41 owner complaints for the 2010 Ram 1500 that list the steering component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11503317 (filed 01/24/2023): “[xxx] my truck sway at 65mph, like a drunk person driving. scary. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11493275 (filed 11/12/2022): “My 2010 dodge ram 1500 shuts off without warning. the incident frequently happens when i am driving at city speeds. if i am turning, the vehicle shuts off, and the power steering also cuts off, causing problems turning the steering wheel. when i am driving straight, there are no warning lights on t…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11387176 (filed 01/08/2021): “Truck broke down when driving city street normal conditions. drive shaft fell off and broke in two. related to safety recall n08 - rear axle pinion nut opened april 2013. extensive damage done to truck, $13k or so in parts alone or more than truck value. had my truck since june 2020, just now…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Electric power steering faults typically need module diagnosis with a scan tool and calibration. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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