2.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
59,514 miles

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problem #7

Jul 162013

Ram 2500

  • 168,000 miles
I had a leaky heater core that needed to be replaced which required me to remove the dashboard. I noticed some hairline fractures in the dash before I removed it, however it looked very much in tact so I didn't think much of it. After removing the dash from its mounted position however it began breaking apart and throwing shards of sharp broken plastic to the floorboard and seats. It virtually began to disintegrate before my very eyes and I could not help but imagine what it would be like to be in an accident and have all of those plastic shards being propelled into my body and face. I am terrified when I think of my safety and the safety of my family. The plastic is obviously defective. Is Dodge aware of this, orvam I the only one? what a nightmare.

- Sheridan, OR, USA

problem #6

Feb 132011

Ram 2500

  • 115,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving approximately 60 mph the contact heard a flapping sound underneath the hood. The contact stopped the vehicle and noticed there was a part missing from the engine. The contact found the harmonic balancer that was attached to the crank shaft position sensor in the engine. The vehicle was towed to the contacts home. The dealer was informed of the failure. The dealer stated the part was unavailable and would be ordered. The contact stated approximately four months had passed since the part was ordered and was not received. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

- Alamogoreo, NM, USA

problem #5

Nov 082006

Ram 2500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 44,600 miles
- the contact owns a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that he first had the brakes replaced at 36,000 miles. Periodically when applying the brakes the front wheels locked, and felt a very hard pulsating in the brake pedal. The contact stated that at 42,000 miles he replaced all four tires at the dealers prodding that the problem was with the tires. At 44,000 miles he replaced the electronic module after being told that this was the problem. The contact stated that after taking the car in approximately 5 times the same problem with the brakes recurred and never did work properly. The contact stated that weather was not a factor, and that he was driving at 30 mph the times that he experienced problems with the brakes. The consumer stated the vehicle pulled to the left, there was a buzzing sound coming from the radio, the lower intake gasket was replaced. The ac blew warm air. Updated 04/05/07.

- Allenton, MI, USA

problem #4

Oct 152003

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • 49,595 miles
Transmission slipping and not shifting right. In traffic decides to down shift by itself.

- Hubbard, OH, USA

problem #3

Jan 212003

Ram 2500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 39,400 miles
While driving the vehicle engine died out, lost oil pressure. Took the vehicle to the dealer and they refuse to work on the vehicle as a warranty, due to the build up of sludge in the engine. Dealer will only replace the engine if the consumer pays the amount of $5,000.

- Lombard, IL, USA

problem #2

Aug 162000

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While traveling temperature indication light flashed. Afterward vehicle would not change gears.

- Conrad, MT, USA

problem #1

Sep 011998

Ram 2500

  • miles
There is a bad odor coming from the exhaust system, mainly from the catalytic converter and there is a burning smell. Also, temperature gauge isn't working properly.

- Witichia Falls, TX, USA