10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Oct 012000

Ram Van 1500 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
There was an ignition fire, took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced ignition switch and other parts. Afterwards when starting vehicle starter stayed engaged, and unable to shut off vehicle when turning key in off position. Consumer has taken vehicle to dealer but dealer could not duplicate the problem.

- Lake Havafu City, AZ, USA

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problem #2

Jun 172000

Ram Van 1500

  • miles
After having trouble with the starter could hear noise coming from the engine. Then vehicle caught on fire without a warning.

- Wichita Falls, TX, USA

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problem #1

Dec 021995

Ram Van 1500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Starter failed.

- Glendora, CA, USA

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