10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 5
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
69,805 miles

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problem #3

Aug 232012

3500 6-cyl Diesel

  • 8,000 miles
In August 2012 the engine warning light came on. It was taken to Dodge dealer numerous times for repair. They would reset saying Chrysler would not allow repairs. In October the Dodge dealer kept the vehicle until a week or so before christmas 2012. The engine warning light has stayed off. However within a few days of the vehicles return, I received a recall notice regarding the left tie rod ball stud....which could cause crash without warning. I immediately called the Dodge dealer. He said Chrysler was not supplying the repair parts. He put me on a list. I have called the dealer many times and he says I am at the top of the list for repairs but Chrysler is only shipping one or two parts for the repairs per month.

- Boerne, TX, USA

problem #2

Dec 072013

3500 6-cyl Diesel

  • 19,000 miles
Driver side control for power windows/power locks - smoldered, smoked and then started small fire. Lots of smoke - to the point we were sick from fumes. Doors and window power operation ceased. The entire control panel melted and need to be extinguished.

- Swannanoa, NC, USA

problem #1

Jul 022012

3500 4WD 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
2012 Dodge Ram 3500 laramie. Consumer states problem with the brake controller the consumer stated a dealer helped him install a universal brake controller, but it did not work correctly. The consumer stated he was able to use it, with the hand control, but not the foot control. The brakes would become very hot from trying to stop the equipment trailer without the brake controller working properly. The consumer stated when the brakes overheated, it damaged other components. Also, the headlights would go out at random times while driving at night. There was an electrical burning smell emitting from the vehicle. The consumer also stated the vehicle needed a new wiring harness and new axles. Updated 08/14/12

- Yakima, WA, USA