10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #2

Apr 062004

(reported on)

Ram 1500

  • miles
While driving at any speed the vehicle vibrates. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The dealer informed the driver that the brakes needed to be replaced. The driver noticed that the gas line and brake lines were rusty.

- Elliston, VA, USA

problem #1

Jun 171998

(reported on)

Ram 1500 4WD

  • miles
Front brakes have repeatedly shown excessive wear. Five repairs have been made - 5 sets of linings, 2 sets of rotors, and 2 sets of brake calipers. All repairs have been made between 1000 and 22000 miles and a 7 month period.

- Winchester, CA, USA