10.0

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

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problem #3

Jan 141999

Ram 1500

  • miles
The passenger's windshield wiper arm motor broke, which may cause visual difficulty. Also, the steering system is very loose, and dealer had to replace the steering shaft. Problem is still occurring. Presently, dealer wants to replace the steering column and other parts. In addition, there are problems with transmission and transfer case which has been replace 3 times.

- West Dundee, IL, USA

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problem #2

Jan 201999

(reported on)

Ram 1500

  • miles
Windshield wipers motor has burned out, causing the wipers to work off and on at times. Dealer has been contacted.

- Auburn, NY, USA

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problem #1

Dec 301996

Ram 1500 4WD Diesel

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Windshield wiper motor failed.

- West Hills, CA, USA

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