10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
21 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
29 / 1
Average Mileage:
25,897 miles

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problem #188

Jan 292024

Ram 1500

  • miles
Unknown

- Casper, WY, USA

problem #187

Apr 292023

Ram 1500

  • miles
My first and foremost issue is that the current to recalls that are still open on my vehicle or issues back in 2015 it now being 2023 I recently have been notified of this urgent safety recall on my vehicle APPROXIMATELY 2 -3 months ago of 2023. I received my first recall of these CURRENTlY OPEN safety recalls upon my vehicle. The next day I called a few different shops they stated it would take a few weeks too fit me in. Most definitely being frustrated with this two week duration having to wait to drive my vehicle again making other arrangements far further than just a vehicle of recreational use this vehicle is my livelihood and how I support my family and ONLY vehicle ALSO HAVING A 1-YEAR-OLD AND A 3 YEAR OLD CHILD MAKES EVERYTHING EXTRA COMPLICATED TRYING TO HAVE TO GET AROUND now without my only vehicle with two children dare what I put them in that vehicle now knowing they could possibly have shards of metal explode at any time with the dangerous recall that makes me not even want this vehicle anymore just because of the specific reason... The thought of even putting my children back in that vehicle even if these open recalls even IF these SAFETY RECALLS were timely repaired as promised on every single letter that I have received... Makes me feel completely unsafe knowing that maybe the replacement also could be defected or the dealership lied and didnt replace my airbags and said they did, As I have had a few different Auto mechanic shops say they had replaced items that I paid for them to fix but they were unaware that I had took pictures prior to them working on my vehicle just in case something like so would happen... I can go on and on about this situation long story short since I have received my recall letter I have been promptly trying to get the addressed recalls fixed and I am out of patience and I also an absolutely unsatisfied in every which way possible... I AM DEMANDING THE MANUFACTURER TO REPLACE MY VEHICLE WITH A VEHICLE OF EQUAL W/O RECALLS

- Lowerlake, CA, USA

problem #186

Jan 012018

Ram 1500

  • miles
I'm always having issues with the airbag light coming on while driving it goes away then come back when there is a sudden move and causes something to trigger. also, I'm having issues with my headlight low mode not working I did a lot of research stating that many people are having the same issue and the problems have to do with the fuse box close to the battery. I'm also having an issue with the brake lamp going off on my dashboard not sure what that could be tried so many repairs and nothing seems to work.

- Parlier, CA, USA

problem #185

Aug 202019

Ram 1500

  • 180,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags), the airbag warning light remained illuminated after starting the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that whenever the airbag light was illuminated, there were other electrical failures with the vehicle. The contact stated that the A/C and the heater would become inoperable. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer who diagnosed and determined that there was an electrical short underneath the driver's side airbag sensor wiring harness. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #184

Aug 132021

Ram 1500

  • miles
Muy loose in diferencial damage back drive Axel i diferencial

- El Paso, TX, USA

problem #183

Jun 222018

Ram 1500 8-cyl

  • 119,965 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving 65 mph, the rear driver's side wheel dislocated from the vehicle without warning. As a result, the vehicle flipped into a ditch. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the ribs, collar bone, shoulder, and a herniated disc. Medical attention was received. The passenger sustained injuries to the neck, which required surgery. A police report was filed (16486829.1/2018289368). The vehicle was towed to an unknown location. Three days before the crash, the engine was serviced at rockdale county Ford (479 us-79, rockdale, tx 76567, (512) 446-7377). The manufacturer was not notified. The same dealer was contacted and stated that the crash was unrelated to the failure. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was 119,965.

- Rockdale, TX, USA

problem #182

Apr 012018

Ram 1500

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign numbers: 09E001000 (steering), 13V528000 (steering), 14V779500 (engine), 15V313000 (air bags), and 16V352000 (air bags). The contact spoke with neuwirth motors (219 S college rd, wilmington, nc 28403, 910-799-1815) and was informed that they would have to order the parts, which could take up to a month. The contact then reached out to national Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (2223 N marine blvd, jacksonville, nc 28546, 910-347-3777) and was informed that they could have the parts sent to him overnight. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Hampstead, NC, USA

problem #181

Sep 102019

Ram 1500 8-cyl

  • 193,000 miles
The contact owned a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact struck a deer, crashed into a tree, and landed in an embankment. The roof of the vehicle caved into the front passenger area and the driver and passenger frontal air bags failed to deploy. The contact suffered chest injuries. The rear seat passenger sustained bruises. Medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The manufacturer and dealer were not contacted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was 193,000.

- Baxter Springs, KS, USA

problem #180

Jun 222018

Ram 1500

  • 190,000 miles
The vehicle was, in motion, on city streets or and highways, accelerating, turning, braking, etc., the fault or problem that created the unsafe condition to be fuel/propulsion system-includes systems that manage energy to power the vehicle such as fuel tanks, pumps, injectors, filters, pipes/lines and hoses for gasoline and diesel vehicles, and for electric, hybrid, hydrogen, lpn/natural gas or other alternative power vehicles including high voltage batteries and energy storage devices, controls, safety disconnects, pressure relief valves, and other safety related devices that may present a safety hazard the component parts or system that I believe may be the cause of the safety risk. After my best assessment of the incident and cause in my description. The vehicle was taken to two known mechanics for an estimate, and an auto service for a computerised diagnosis. I have other information - repair invoices, diagnosis reports, police accident reports, insurance claim forms, etc. - I can not scan them electronically and upload them along with my complaint at this time. The wheels were not properly assessed or replaced according to standards later causing our accident and injuries. This complaint is also about the recalls. The recalls are air bags: Passenger side frontal issued March 27, 2017 recall id 275880, air bags: Frontal: Driver side inflator module issued June 8, 2015 recall id 275947, and electrical system: Ignition: Switch issued March 27, 2015 recall id 242136.

- Rockdale, TX, USA

problem #179

Oct 122018

Ram 1500

  • miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired by an unknown dealer for the front driver and front passenger side air bag inflators. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator was currently flashing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

- Prospect, PA, USA

problem #178

Jul 292018

Ram 1500

  • 213,000 miles
I was involved in a accident 0N 07/29/2018 I hit a car that had pulled out of a side street. I was traveling at about 32mph at the time of impact there was no time to brake even when I press the pedal very hard at the time. There was no airbag deployment. And this was a hard front end hit. But the reason I'm sending this to you is because I had just had my truck in for the airbag recall 2 weeks earlier and was thinking all was fine. But this is not the case. What should I do about this

- Moss Point, MS, USA

problem #177

Jan 152018

Ram 1500

  • 500 miles
I have tried on many times too arrigo Dodge in West palm beach, Florida too complete the safety recall.they have refused too address the issues with this truck. I have complained to the Dodge motor division more times than a few, they turn a blind-eye to the dealership. This truck was a lemon from the show-room floor, I have replaced the computer, emissions system, fuel injection system, wiring harness, and many more repairs.the brake system is very dangerous, someone is going too get a serious injury from this issue. The truck also suffers from sudden acceleration, at any given time. I have called the Chrysler rep countless times, and they have a care less attitude, I voiced my opinion on the chat line, and...they were quite amused at the possibility of a crash or injury. I want a complete investigation of the dealership, the factory, and bring in the department of justice on these criminal activities ! please do something soon, this is a matter of life and death !

- Canal Point, FL, USA

problem #176

May 082017

Ram 1500

  • 125,000 miles
I have received a recall notice on the airbags. This is a free repair. When I brought it in I was told that there is a good possibility that while doing the repair they would break my dash. I said that was ok as long as they replace the damaged dash. Massey-yardley said they would not do that. Truck has still not been fixed.

- Plantation, FL, USA

problem #175

Oct 062014

Ram 1500

  • 610,000 miles
No longer have this truck and can't figure out this web sight so I'm trying this sight. Traded in at giant recreation world.com in meldbourn, fl.32940 over 5 years ag or more.

- Cocoa, FL, USA

problem #174

May 162015

Ram 1500

  • miles
My truck has been having safety issues over time. Most recently having over-heating issues and engine problems since February 2018. The electrical issues happened since last year, dashboard no longer lights up. My one of my front head lights no longer lights up. Ive changed it several times and it still goes out. My driver seat beat no longer buckles.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #173

Jan 112018

Ram 1500

  • 47,000 miles
The contact owned a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 65 mph, the rear tire exploded and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle struck a guardrail. The air bags did not deploy. The contact and passenger were injured. Medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the junkyard and deemed totaled. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The contact received a post card from tk holdings and believed the vehicle may have been impacted by the takata air bag recall. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000.

- Sunrise, FL, USA

problem #172

Dec 272017

Ram 1500

  • miles
"takata recall" vehicle needs reappair and they are filing bankruptcy. I ordered a part already for it but needs to be ECU not sure if its related so I am ordering that part but I am unable to get this done before today, due to needing to get the vehicle to dealer and we live 30 minutes from town in the forest, I can't do a tow to get fixed so I am concerned that because of the bankruptcy, I am going to be stuck with a bill to keep my family safe. I tried to have vehicle fixed before the 12/27 deadline so that tatka can still be responsible for their errors and my family can be safe and others that are in this vehicle.

- Redding, CA, USA

problem #171

Nov 102017

Ram 1500

  • miles
Takata recall, I have called several dealers about 10 time to replace air bag. I get the same answer "waiting on new air bags " so still not replaced, it has been over 6 months. Ant ideas ?

- Auburn, WA, USA

problem #170

Oct 282017

Ram 1500

  • miles
Takata recall, I was told that the recall was invalid and if I had not received a notice directly from the car manufacturer then the dealership would not replace my parts. Another location asked for the VIN number, I had to call back but they continuously put me on hold but then never picked up. I haven't had an incident, but to my knowledge this information and repair is supposed to be preventative. I'd rather not have to sue for money after I've been injured if it's not necessary. I just want my vehicle repaired.

- Park Forest, IL, USA

problem #169

Sep 082017

Ram 1500

  • miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V352000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The fremont Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealer (39639 balentine dr, newark, ca 94560; 510-342-5283) informed the contact that the earliest time they could repair the vehicle would be December of 2017. The dealer stated that the manufacturer was providing two recall repair parts a week at a time. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact back to the dealer. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- San Jose, CA, USA

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