10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
3,400 miles

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problem #1

Feb 202008

Ram 3500 4WD 8-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,400 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. While driving 45 mph, the vehicle's computer activates to clean the exhaust system, which results in a loss of engine power. After traveling only 8 miles, the exhaust vapors burned a hole in the tow guard on the passenger side of the vehicle. General Motors stated that the epa would fine them $1,500 if they removed the failed part, as it meets the epa standard. The failure mileage was 3,400 and current mileage was 4,100.

- Wafilla, AK, USA

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