10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
6,667 miles

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problem #12

Jan 052004

Ram Van 3500 8-cyl

  • 80,000 miles
Consumer stated that transmission failed at 80,000 miles. While driving to work power shut down, and the vehicle stopped. Consumer had vehicle towed to a Dodge dealer, and was told that the transmission failed. The dealer/mechanic told consumer that in order to repair vehicle it would cost her from $3000 to $5000.

- Zephyrills, FL, USA

problem #11

Dec 211999

Ram Van 3500 Diesel

  • miles
This is the second truck that almost got me killed, the first was a 1999. No saferty defect listed.

- Whiteside, TN, USA

problem #10

Sep 012001

Ram Van 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When traveling up a hill vehicle will start to downshift by itself, but this usually happens at 60 mph or above.

- Medler, MI, USA

problem #9

Nov 012000

Ram Van 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While wheel alignment was done mechanic noticed front rotors were worn down to nothing, metal to metal. Replaced rotors and front disc pads. At this time, rotors need to be replaced again. Ball joints and tires were replaced, consumer states problems with the rear but did not specify, also did not specify types of tires. Vehicle experiencing problems with the transmission. Intake gasket replaced. New carpet in the cab was installed. New bumper and grill was installed. Consumer also states problem with the ABS along with the rotors and disc pads.

- Ladonia, MO, USA

problem #8

May 152000

Ram Van 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission does not properly shift into different gears, cause unknown. The consumer had been to the dealer several times for repairs of ball joints, power steering and the transmission.

- Bucyrus, OH, USA

problem #7

May 042001

(reported on)

Ram Van 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission went completely out without prior warning while driving. Consumer has contacted dealer.

- Morrison, IL, USA

problem #6

Jul 202000

Ram Van 3500

  • miles
Had a short block placed on engine due to making a pecking noise. Also, transmission would make a whinning sound when shifting into gear. This happens anytime when either stopping or starting off. Air conditioner and heater are inoperable. Vibration is felt at 48-60 mph. Dealer replaced engine, however problem is still present, dealer told consumer to use 30 weight oil, consumer wants dealer to buy back vehicle, he feels he has a lemon.

- Atoka, OK, USA

problem #5

Jan 122001

Ram Van 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Reporting a rental vehicle from express way Dodge experienced a fire underneath vehicle while driving at highway speed of 55-60 mph. Consumer feels the fire was caused by either the fuel pump or a transmission leak.

- Owensboro, KY, USA

problem #4

Feb 082001

(reported on)

Ram Van 3500

  • miles
Vehicle has been running very rough. When vehicle is placed in gear a loud noise is heard. Also, vehicle stalls without prior warning. Problem is intermittent. In addition, vehicle pulls to one side, driver's side. Consumer has contacted dealer.

- Phelps, NY, USA

problem #3

Nov 011999

Ram Van 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Cruise control engages at any given time. Dealer noticed transmission sending unit cable got loose. Consumer states most common scenario is cruise control being set at speed, then being cancelled by consumer either by cancel button or by braking, cruise will then reengage at set speed.

- Lexington, SC, USA

problem #2

Jul 242000

Ram Van 3500 4WD

  • miles
Customer states clunk noise heard at idle in park - noise coming from drivers side floorboard. Dealer verified concern - shift linkage vibration transfer through column and floorboard. Normal condition at this time. No manf. Fix for problem.

- Arlington, WA, USA

problem #1

Aug 212000

(reported on)

Ram Van 3500 4WD

  • miles
My three year old put my truck in gear if I was not there to stop it he could have been seriously hurt. Something needs to be done to fix this problem, I am not the only mother that drives a truck that has children, I know that it is mandatory for light trucks, but why not these? someone is going to be hurt seriously from this.

- Center Valley, PA, USA