10.0

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

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problem #4

Jun 172002

(reported on)

Ram 3500

  • miles
While driving in raining weather or driving in fast speed there is a constant leak through weather strips of both doors. Dealer has been notified; however, has not remedied the problem.

- Rockford, IL, USA

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problem #3

Jun 151999

Ram 3500

  • miles
Vehicle experiencing welds to the body of the doors are coming undone. Dealer notified and refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer.

- Durango, CO, USA

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problem #2

Apr 161997

Ram 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer expriencing problem wit door not securing without slamming door several times before door is closed. Door appears to be too large for door panel. By slamming door, it also causes electronic component within door to loosen, electric windows motor sounds like it's dislodging from inside of door. Dealer notified and infomed cosumer nothing could be done.

- Silver Spring, MD, USA

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problem #1

Jul 301997

(reported on)

Ram 3500

  • miles
Defect in driver's door causes windshield to buckle up from the pressure of the door.

- Buttler, PA, USA

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