2.0

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
80,000 miles

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problem #2

Mar 092006

Ram 2500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 160,000 miles
: the contact stated while driving 70mph, a smoke smell was noticed in the cab of the vehicle although no flames were visible. The contact pulled the vehicle over and removed the motor to the electric seat which melted. There is a NHTSA recalls, # 04V185000, 98V207000, regarding the ABS module and the fuel supply tube. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs.

- Tasley, VA, USA

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problem #1

Sep 081999

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles
Replaced gas gauge and motor on power adj. Drivers seat.

- Canyon Country, CA, USA

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