4.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
26,500 miles

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problem #6

Sep 082013

Ram Van 3500

  • 100,000 miles
The front frames rot out on steering side and it isn't 1 of them it is almost all of them. Toyota recalled Tacoma for this and I want my frame fixed or replaced. This happens early in the life of the vehicles. They have almost gotten away with it. But these are still on the road and could kill people.they need to buy the ones that are still on the road or trade for safe vans or trucks. The service life of these were cut short and almost every junkyard has these and they all look good but they aren't safe. They need to clean up their mess and take them back to be held accountable as they cant be repaired.I think the drain holes in the frames were in the wrong place or not there at all.

- Peoria Hts, IL, USA

problem #5

Mar 152003

Ram Van 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • 59,000 miles

- Traverse City, AL, USA

problem #4

Nov 181999

(reported on)

Ram Van 3500

  • miles
While traveling vehicle would pull to left. Dealer has been contacted 2 times, can't duplicate the problem. Please provide further informaton.

- Oak Grove, MO, USA

problem #3

Sep 041999

(reported on)

Ram Van 3500 4WD

  • miles
Veh. Shakes at 55 to 65 mph. Dealer has 3 different time total 6 days. Has ruled out tires and front end alignment. They don't have a clue as to what is wrong.

- Marlborough, CT, USA

problem #2

Oct 281998

Ram Van 3500

  • miles
The consumer has been experiencing problems with steering/suspension. When driving, cosumer has problems controlling the vehicle. They have had the alignment fixed 6 times, and the steering wheel repaired 7 times. The manufacturer has been contacted.

- St. Augustine, FL, USA

problem #1

Sep 221997

(reported on)

Ram Van 3500

  • miles
Vehicle vibrates continuously.

- San Rafael, CA, USA