6.2

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
12,000 miles

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problem #1

Aug 112004

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • 12,000 miles
After vehicle was warmed up a clanking sound started. Also, when towing a fifth wheel trailer, after and after traveling 100 miles vehicle shook like the rear end was going to fall out. Dealer duplicated the problem, and stated it was either the rear end or the differential. Manufacturer offered no help. The consumer stated that the wrong lube in the rear end differential. Manufacturer advised a different lube. Consumer waiting for results when 5th wheel rv is being towed.

- Mentor, OH, USA

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