10.0

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

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problem #6

Aug 292002

(reported on)

Ram Van 2500 4WD

  • miles
I have had my vehicle back to the dealer for service several times due to coolant loss and odor in cab. They said, on at least two of the occasions, that they do not see a problem. On one occasion they did replace the thermostat but the problem persisted. Now the check engine light came on and the service dept says its the "intake manifold gasket". I asked if it was under warranty and was told no. I asked if the loss of coolant was due to this gasket failure they stated that the gasket had nothing to do with the cooling system.? I asked a friend of mine if the gasket defect could be the reason for the coolant loss and he advised me, most definitly. Needless to say, I needed the truck fixed, so I paid for the repair. Low and behold I'm still losing coolant.

- Carmel, NY, USA

problem #5

Feb 262001

(reported on)

Ram Van 2500 4WD

  • miles
Loss of antifreeze.

- Momence, IL, USA

problem #4

Feb 262001

(reported on)

Ram Van 2500 4WD

  • miles
Loss of antifreeze.

- Momence, IL, USA

problem #3

Jun 132000

(reported on)

Ram Van 2500

  • miles
The oil dip stick does not accurately read, the oil can be low without proper indentification of the problem.

- Goose Cree, SC, USA

problem #2

Jun 122000

Ram Van 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Catalytic converter went out. Consumer was traveling on the highway and the vehicle just stopped. Also, transmission fluid and oil was leaking from underneath the vehicle. The dealer could not solve the transmission problem, but the vehicle was taken to the dealer 19 times for repair. Water pump was leaking and was replaced. The engine was over heating due to thermostat and gasket failures. The A/C blows warm air due to low pressure switch failure. The driver seat was coming apart. Rear lights blinkers and brakes were not working due to blown fuse. The rear right brake locksup on hand stop. The left door speakers malfunctions.

- Simi Valley, CA, USA

problem #1

May 082000

(reported on)

Ram Van 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Every two months brake pads have to be replaced. Calipers have been replaced once and will have to be replaced again. Also, master cylinder has been replaced once. In addition, truck overheats. Dealer is not able to find out what is causing the overheating problem.

- Eldon, MO, USA