2006 Ram 1500
Recalls and owner complaints reported to NHTSA
Compared with the typical (middle) count of 567 complaints across the 4 model-year 2006 half-ton trucks we cover. Best-selling trucks naturally collect more complaints because more of them are on the road.
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Recalls
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Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator Module
May 2016 · #16V352000NHTSA warning: do not drive until this recall is fixed.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
Risk: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at [phone removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module
May 2015 · #15V313000NHTSA warning: do not drive until this recall is fixed.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at [phone removed]. Mitsubishi owners may call [phone removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
Dec 2014 · #14V795000Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Dakota, and 2006 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006 with manual transmissions.
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Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Dakota, and 2006 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006 with manual transmissions. The return springs in the clutch ignition interlock switch may break.
Risk: Broken springs can result in a no-start condition, or cause unintended movement when the ignition is cranked, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at [phone removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is P80.
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Nov 2013 · #13V528000Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4, model year 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis and model year 2006-2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4 trucks manufactured February 12, 2002, through February 13, 2008.
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Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4, model year 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis and model year 2006-2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4 trucks manufactured February 12, 2002, through February 13, 2008. The left tie rod assembly may break.
Risk: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler notified owners and launched its recall campaign in January 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at [phone removed]. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N62.
Wheels:Hub
Aug 2010 · #10E040000FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN CARQUEST, NATIONAL, AND PERCISION BRAND WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS 515073 AND 515073, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 PICKUP TRUCKS.
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FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN CARQUEST, NATIONAL, AND PERCISION BRAND WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS 515073 AND 515073, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 PICKUP TRUCKS. THE INBOARD ROLL FORM USED TO MAINTAIN THE HUB ASSEMBLY CAN FATIGUE RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION ON THE TWO WHEEL DRIVE (2WD) APPLICATIONS. THE RISK OF THESE ISSUES DO NOT OCCUR ON THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) APPLICATIONS, AND INSTALLATION ON THE 4WD APPLICATIONS ARE NOT PART OF THIS RECALL.
Risk: A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR IF THE WHEEL SEPARATES FROM THE VEHICLE.
Fix: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND TECHNICIANS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED HUB ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT [phone removed].
Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Pitman
May 2010 · #10E013000FABTECH IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PITMAN ARMS, P/NOS.
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FABTECH IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PITMAN ARMS, P/NOS. FTS93001 AND FT44039, INSTALLED FOR USE ON CERTAIN 2003 THROUGH 2008 DODGE 2500 4WD, 3500 4WD, AND 1500 4WD MEGA CAB VEHICLES. THE PITMAN ARM CAN FRACTURE AND BREAK AWAY FROM THE STEERING BOX CAUSING TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Risk: STEERING LOSS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH.
Fix: FABTECH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AUTHORIZED INSTALLERS WILL INSPECT FOR DEFECTIVE PITMAN ARM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FABTECH AT [phone removed].
Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear
Dec 2007 · #07E104000CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS."
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Risk: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT(S) MAY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED BY SHATTERED GLASS.
Fix: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT [phone removed]. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT INVENTORY AND AT A SPECIFIED RATE FOR REPLACING THEIR CUSTOMER'S GLASS. WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE'S WHOLESALE DIVISION, SERVICE AUTOGLASS TOLL FREE AT [phone removed]. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2008.
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
Feb 2007 · #07V038000ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING MAY HAVE RECEIVED AN INSUFFICIENT QUANTITY OF GREASE DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS.
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Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN BEARING DEGRADATION, AND IF SUBSEQUENT NOISE AND VIBRATION ARE IGNORED, COULD RESULT IN HUB ASSEMBLY SEPARATION. THIS MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT HUB AND BEARING UNITS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 26, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT [phone removed].
Air Bags:Frontal
Sep 2006 · #06V353000ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.
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ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MAY DEPLOY WITH EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN CERTAIN MODEL REAR FACING CHILD SEATS ARE INSTALLED IN THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION.
Risk: THIS CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO A CHILD SEAT OCCUPANT DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG CUSHION AND REPROGRAM THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT [phone removed].
Seat Belts:Front
Sep 2006 · #06V354000CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT MAY NOT BE ABLE TO TIGHTEN SECURELY ON CERTAIN MODEL CHILD SEATS.
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Risk: THIS CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO A CHILD SEAT OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT [phone removed].
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
Feb 2006 · #06V038000ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FOUR-WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS (ABS), THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) MAY CAUSE A LOSS OF FRONT TO REAR BRAKE BALANCE, AND THE REAR BRAKES COULD LOCK UP PREMATURELY DURING CERTAIN BRAKING CONDITIONS.
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Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS ECU. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING THE WEEK OF JULY 17, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT [phone removed].
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
Oct 2005 · #05V461000ON CERTAIN 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS, THE TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (TIPM) MAY CONTAIN INCORRECT TRANSFER CASE CALIBRATION SET POINTS, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN INADVERTENT TRANSFER CASE DEFAULT TO NEUTRAL.
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Risk: IF THIS OCCURS AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED, THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE TIPM WITH NEW SOFTWARE THAT PREVENTS THE POTENTIAL FOR THIS CONDITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 7, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT [phone removed].
Owner complaints by area
Reports owners filed with NHTSA. They aren't verified, and one complaint can mention more than one area. Tap an area to read the most recent ones.
- Air Bags19623 involved a crash · 2 involved a fire
- Filed Feb 2026
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
- Filed Feb 2024
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- Filed Aug 2023
My first and foremost issue is that the current to recalls that are still open on my vehicle or issues back in 2015 it now being 2023 I recently have been notified of this urgent safety recall on my vehicle APPROXIMATELY 2 -3 months ago of 2023. I received my first recall of these CURRENTlY OPEN safety recalls upon my vehicle. The next day I called a few different shops they stated it would take a few weeks too fit me in. Most definitely being frustrated with this two week duration having to wait to drive my vehicle again making other arrangements far further than just a vehicle of recreational use this vehicle is my livelihood and how I support my family and ONLY vehicle ALSO HAVING A 1-YEAR-OLD AND A 3 YEAR OLD CHILD MAKES EVERYTHING EXTRA COMPLICATED TRYING TO HAVE TO GET AROUND now without my only vehicle with two children dare what I put them in that vehicle now knowing they could possibly have shards of metal explode at any time with the dangerous recall that makes me not even want this vehicle anymore just because of the specific reason... The thought of even putting my children back in that vehicle even if these open recalls even IF these SAFETY RECALLS were timely repaired as promised on every single letter that I have received... Makes me feel completely unsafe knowing that maybe the replacement also could be defected or the dealership lied and didnt replace my airbags and said they did, As I have had a few different Auto mechanic shops say they had replaced items that I paid for them to fix but they were unaware that I had took pictures prior to them working on my vehicle just in case something like so would happen... I can go on and on about this situation long story short since I have received my recall letter I have been promptly trying to get the addressed recalls fixed and I am out of patience and I also an absolutely unsatisfied in every which way possible... I AM DEMANDING THE MANUFACTURER TO REPLACE MY VEHICLE WITH A VEHICLE OF EQUAL W/O RECALLS
- Filed Jan 2023 · Also filed under Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
I'm always having issues with the airbag light coming on while driving it goes away then come back when there is a sudden move and causes something to trigger. also, I'm having issues with my headlight low mode not working I did a lot of research stating that many people are having the same issue and the problems have to do with the fuse box close to the battery. I'm also having an issue with the brake lamp going off on my dashboard not sure what that could be tried so many repairs and nothing seems to work.
- Filed Aug 2022 · Also filed under Electrical System
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags), the airbag warning light remained illuminated after starting the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that whenever the airbag light was illuminated, there were other electrical failures with the vehicle. The contact stated that the A/C and the heater would become inoperable. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer who diagnosed and determined that there was an electrical short underneath the driver's side airbag sensor wiring harness. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
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- Exterior Lighting1421 involved a crash
- Filed Jan 2023 · Also filed under Electrical System, Air Bags
I'm always having issues with the airbag light coming on while driving it goes away then come back when there is a sudden move and causes something to trigger. also, I'm having issues with my headlight low mode not working I did a lot of research stating that many people are having the same issue and the problems have to do with the fuse box close to the battery. I'm also having an issue with the brake lamp going off on my dashboard not sure what that could be tried so many repairs and nothing seems to work.
- Filed Mar 2019 · Also filed under Electrical System
HEAD LIGHT SWITCH WILL NOT TURN LIGHTS ON AN OFF, DOES NOT MATTER IF STATIONARY OR IN MOTION.
- Filed Jan 2019 · Also filed under Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE PANEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 214,552.
- Filed May 2018 · Also filed under Electrical System, Air Bags
MY TRUCK HAS BEEN HAVING SAFETY ISSUES OVER TIME. MOST RECENTLY HAVING OVER-HEATING ISSUES AND ENGINE PROBLEMS SINCE FEBRUARY 2018. THE ELECTRICAL ISSUES HAPPENED SINCE LAST YEAR, DASHBOARD NO LONGER LIGHTS UP. MY ONE OF MY FRONT HEAD LIGHTS NO LONGER LIGHTS UP. IVE CHANGED IT SEVERAL TIMES AND IT STILL GOES OUT. MY DRIVER SEAT BEAT NO LONGER BUCKLES.
- Filed Apr 2017 · Also filed under Electrical System
THE TIPM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON ME DRIVING TO WORK AT 3:00 AM (IN THE MORNING) PITCH BLACK OUT. ALMOST WRECKED OR DIED. THIS IS NOT SOMETHING ACCEPTABLE. THERE JHAVE BEEN MANY COMPLAINTS AND NOTHING IS BEING DONE. DODGE HAS A PROBLEM HERE AND IT NEEDS TO BE FIXED NOW!!!
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- Electrical System1312 involved a crash · 2 involved a fire
- Filed Sep 2025 · Also filed under Suspension, Power Train
Several safety-critical systems on my vehicle are failing, and the symptoms match existing recalls shown on Kelley Blue Book for my VIN. However, the manufacturer (Dodge/Stellantis) shows only 4 recalls, all marked completed — despite ongoing issues. 1. ABS / Brake System: The ABS warning light is on continuously, indicating a malfunction in the ABS control module. This disables anti-lock braking, increasing the risk of skidding or loss of control during emergency stops. KBB shows a recall for this issue, but Dodge says it’s either not open for my VIN or already completed. The ABS light has remained on since 2. Front Wheel Bearing: There is a grinding noise and vibration from the front wheel area, suggesting a worn or failing wheel bearing. This poses a risk of steering loss or wheel detachment. No warning lights have appeared for this issue. 3. Transfer Case / 4WD: The 4WD system intermittently fails to engage or disengage, sometimes with clunking noises or jerking. This can cause unpredictable handling or loss of traction. Issue is still ongoing. 4. Electrical System: Intermittent electrical issues include random warning messages, dimming lights, and occasional no-starts. These affect essential safety systems and match known electrical recalls. These issues have not been confirmed by a dealer but are ongoing and present serious SAFETY risks. I believe my vehicle may have been incorrectly excluded from applicable recalls or that prior recall work was not properly completed. These components are available for inspection.
- Filed Dec 2023
I was adjusting the steering wheel and the power completely shuts off. I had no steering power.
- Filed Dec 2023
UNKNOWN TURN SIGNALS FAIL TO WORK
- Filed Mar 2023 · Also filed under Power Train
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate after the vehicle was idling, the vehicle inadvertently stalled without warning. The failure occurred intermittently and became more frequent. The vehicle was lunging forward while idling and was shifting hard while driving. The contact stated that the coil pack relay might have malfunctioned. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the main fuse box under the hood had exposed fuses and the box was easily accessible. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic and the fuel pump was replaced. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.
- Filed Jan 2023 · Also filed under Exterior Lighting, Air Bags
I'm always having issues with the airbag light coming on while driving it goes away then come back when there is a sudden move and causes something to trigger. also, I'm having issues with my headlight low mode not working I did a lot of research stating that many people are having the same issue and the problems have to do with the fuse box close to the battery. I'm also having an issue with the brake lamp going off on my dashboard not sure what that could be tried so many repairs and nothing seems to work.
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- Suspension1093 involved a crash
- Filed Sep 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Electrical System
Several safety-critical systems on my vehicle are failing, and the symptoms match existing recalls shown on Kelley Blue Book for my VIN. However, the manufacturer (Dodge/Stellantis) shows only 4 recalls, all marked completed — despite ongoing issues. 1. ABS / Brake System: The ABS warning light is on continuously, indicating a malfunction in the ABS control module. This disables anti-lock braking, increasing the risk of skidding or loss of control during emergency stops. KBB shows a recall for this issue, but Dodge says it’s either not open for my VIN or already completed. The ABS light has remained on since 2. Front Wheel Bearing: There is a grinding noise and vibration from the front wheel area, suggesting a worn or failing wheel bearing. This poses a risk of steering loss or wheel detachment. No warning lights have appeared for this issue. 3. Transfer Case / 4WD: The 4WD system intermittently fails to engage or disengage, sometimes with clunking noises or jerking. This can cause unpredictable handling or loss of traction. Issue is still ongoing. 4. Electrical System: Intermittent electrical issues include random warning messages, dimming lights, and occasional no-starts. These affect essential safety systems and match known electrical recalls. These issues have not been confirmed by a dealer but are ongoing and present serious SAFETY risks. I believe my vehicle may have been incorrectly excluded from applicable recalls or that prior recall work was not properly completed. These components are available for inspection.
- Filed Aug 2023 · Also filed under Steering, Power Train
I was driving and the rear drive shaft fell out of the truck and the rear locked up making the truck undrivable. I heard this is a common problem in dodge rams and it is definitely a safety issue and there should be a recall to address this reoccurring problem that can cause a loss of life or life threatening accident
- Filed Sep 2022 · Also filed under Seat Belts, Unknown or Other
Truck making a whooping sound when driving and front tires wobbling and front suspension sloppy. Could be hub assembly, ball joints etc which can cause wheel to detach. All recalls for fwd and awd 2006 dodge ram 1500 but not for 4wd. My truck has every recall problem listed on the recall list for fwd and awd vehicles why weren't same recalls put out for the 4wdodels? Seatbelt won't latch, steering and front suspension a mess and electrical door locks don't work nor car alarm system
- Filed May 2020 · Also filed under Service Brakes, Engine
OWNER OF J.P. DIRECT AUTO SALES IN FLORENCE, KY SOLD ME A VEHICLE WITH ODOMETER DISCREPANCIES. THE OWNER SOLD THE VEHICLE AT A LITTLE OVER 133,000 MILES BUT THE ODOMETER HAS NEVER ROLLED OVER SINCE I DROVE THE TRUCK OFF THE LOT. FURTHERMORE, A MECHANIC [name removed] ENGINE LIGHT READING THAT INDICATED AN ISSUE TRIPPED AROUND 146,000 MILES. THE OWNER IS NOT OWNING UP TO THE ODOMETER DISCREPANCY AND MAKING RETURNING THE TRUCK VERY DIFFICULT. *TR
- Filed Aug 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE DETACHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE AND THEN TOWED TO LANDMARK DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (address removed) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HUB BEARING SEPARATED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS NO WARRANTY ON THE VEHICLE. NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 216,000.
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- Power Train1005 involved a crash · 4 involved a fire
- Filed Feb 2026
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, oil stains were found on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact checked underneath the vehicle and became aware that the rear axle pinion nut was loose. The axle pinion nut was tightened. The contact stated that the oil stains on the ground persisted. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V796000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
- Filed Oct 2025
The pinion nut loosen up causing the pinion to lock down into the ring gear and locked the rear axle housing, ejecting the drive shaft.
- Filed Sep 2025 · Also filed under Suspension, Electrical System
Several safety-critical systems on my vehicle are failing, and the symptoms match existing recalls shown on Kelley Blue Book for my VIN. However, the manufacturer (Dodge/Stellantis) shows only 4 recalls, all marked completed — despite ongoing issues. 1. ABS / Brake System: The ABS warning light is on continuously, indicating a malfunction in the ABS control module. This disables anti-lock braking, increasing the risk of skidding or loss of control during emergency stops. KBB shows a recall for this issue, but Dodge says it’s either not open for my VIN or already completed. The ABS light has remained on since 2. Front Wheel Bearing: There is a grinding noise and vibration from the front wheel area, suggesting a worn or failing wheel bearing. This poses a risk of steering loss or wheel detachment. No warning lights have appeared for this issue. 3. Transfer Case / 4WD: The 4WD system intermittently fails to engage or disengage, sometimes with clunking noises or jerking. This can cause unpredictable handling or loss of traction. Issue is still ongoing. 4. Electrical System: Intermittent electrical issues include random warning messages, dimming lights, and occasional no-starts. These affect essential safety systems and match known electrical recalls. These issues have not been confirmed by a dealer but are ongoing and present serious SAFETY risks. I believe my vehicle may have been incorrectly excluded from applicable recalls or that prior recall work was not properly completed. These components are available for inspection.
- Filed Feb 2024
Rear axle pinion nut was loosening and pinion was leaking.I had this happen on another 2006 RAM 1500 where the nut backed all the way off and the drive shaft hit the road.
- Filed Aug 2023 · Also filed under Steering, Suspension
I was driving and the rear drive shaft fell out of the truck and the rear locked up making the truck undrivable. I heard this is a common problem in dodge rams and it is definitely a safety issue and there should be a recall to address this reoccurring problem that can cause a loss of life or life threatening accident
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- Steering887 involved a crash
- Filed Aug 2023 · Also filed under Suspension, Power Train
I was driving and the rear drive shaft fell out of the truck and the rear locked up making the truck undrivable. I heard this is a common problem in dodge rams and it is definitely a safety issue and there should be a recall to address this reoccurring problem that can cause a loss of life or life threatening accident
- Filed May 2022
This truck gets the death wobble at random times at Highway speeds , its almost caused me to crash a few times , something is not right with the front end
- Filed Jun 2021
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram. The contact stated that the vehicle was hauling a trailer while driving at 65 mph when a loud bang was heard and the steering wheel went in circles, which led the vehicle from the center lane into the median and hit the guard rail. The rear driver's side corner of the vehicle was damaged and the front driver and front passenger side of the trailer were damaged from the collision. The contact and passenger did not sustain injuries and medical attention was not received. A police report was filed. The vehicle and trailer were towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that this was a recurring failure after the tie rod assembly and steering linkage were replaced in October 2020 by an independent mechanic. The contact had also received notifications of NHTSA Campaign numbers: 09E001000 (Steering) and 13V528000 (Steering), after the repair in October 2020. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,660.
- Filed Sep 2020
9-02-2020, POWER STEERING FAILURE, VERY HARD TO STEER, CAN'T DRIVE LIKE THAT. WAS DRIVING WHEN HAPPENED. WENT TO REPAIR SHOP 9-04-2020 HAD POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY REPLACED, FOR $186.42.
- Filed Sep 2019 · Also filed under Air Bags, Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 09E001000 (STEERING), 13V528000 (STEERING), 14V779500 (ENGINE), 15V313000 (AIR BAGS), AND 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH [name removed] (address removed) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO ORDER THE PARTS, WHICH COULD TAKE UP TO A MONTH. THE CONTACT THEN REACHED OUT TO NATIONAL DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (address removed) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THEY COULD HAVE THE PARTS SENT TO HIM OVERNIGHT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
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- Visibility591 involved a crash
- Filed Jul 2014 · Also filed under Engine And Engine Cooling
THE AC RECIRCULATION DOOR IS BROKEN WITHIN THE FAN CHAMBER CAUSING RESTRICTED AIR FLOE TO HEAT THE INTERIOR OR TO COOL BOUGHT USED THIS YEAR AND DEALER SOLD WITH ISSUE EVEN THOUGH IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE' AFRAID TO RUN HEAT OR AC AS IT MAY OVERHEAT THE FAN MOTOR CAUSING A FIRE. *TR
- Filed Jan 2014 · Also filed under Power Train, Exterior Lighting
WINDING NOISE AT LOW SPEED ALSO HAVE PROBLEM WITH HEAD LIGHT IT DON'T TURN ON (DRIVER SIDE ) DIRECTIONAL DOOR FOR A/C HEATHER BROKEN. *TR
- Filed Jun 2013
CAN YOU TELL ME IF THERE IS A SAFETY RECALL FOR THE RECIR AC/HEAT FLAPPER. MINE BROKE AND BLOCKED THE AC FROM BLOWING... ALSO CAN YOU TELL ME IF THERE IS ANY RECALLS THAT MY TRUCK IS ELIGIBLE FOR. THIS IS NOT A COMPLAINT JUST GENERAL INFO WASN'T SURE WHERE TO SEND MY REQUEST. IF THIS IS THE WRONG EMAIL ADDRESS PLEASE PROVIDE CORRECT ADDRESS.. THANK YOU *TR
- Filed Mar 2012
LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN DENT ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE HEATER BOX FAILURE IN DODGE TRUCKS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INITIAL PROBLEM WITH THE FRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION DOOR STARTED 2-3 YEARS AGO. SHORTLY, AFTER REPLACING THE FRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION DOOR, THE HEAT AND DEFROSTER STOPPED WORKING. THE CONSUMER TRIED TO REPLACE THE CONTROL SWITCH IN THE DASH, THINKING IT WAS BAD AND NOT WORKING THE INTERNAL DOORS PROPERLY, BUT AFTER THE REPLACEMENT, THE PROBLEM REMAINED THE SAME. HE THEN REPLACED THE MODE DOOR ACTUATORS, AND THE MOTOR CONTROL THAT CONTROLLED THE DOORS. HOWEVER, THAT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM EITHER. THE CONSUMER WENT TO THE DEALER WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THE ENTIRE DASH WOULD HAVE TO BE REMOVED, BECAUSE THE DOORS FAILED AND A NEW HEATER BOX WAS NEEDED. *JB..UPDATED 04/19/12 *BF UPDATED 04/23/12
- Filed Jan 2012 · Also filed under Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
TURN SIGNALS FAIL TO WORK COMPLETELY, OR RIGHT TURN SIGNAL WILL ACTIVATE WHILE USING LEFT SIGNAL OR VISE-VERSA. HEADLIGHTS WILL FAIL WHILE THIS "MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH" SHORTS OUT. NO WIPERS, NO TURN SIGNALS, NO LIGHTS. *TR
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- Service Brakes393 involved a crash · 1 involved a fire
- Filed Mar 2024 · Also filed under Unknown or Other
This has been a issue going on several months . I can be driving down the road on any Giving day , road conditions wet or dry .I was driving 57 mph and vehicle in front of me hit the brakes ,causing me to hit mine as of sudden , but instead of stopping the brake pedal shifts toward the gas pedal causing me to brake and hit the gas at the same time. No I didn't wreck but came close as I corrected it very quick. This could have xausd me to run into on coming traffic and seriously caused fatal injuries or death. Thank God it wasn't raining . Vehicle hasn't been inspected because I don't have the money to have it inspected . The brake pedal I checked and you can take your hand and the pedal will go side to side over the gas pedal . There was no warning light or check engine light for this issue.
- Filed May 2020 · Also filed under Suspension, Engine
OWNER OF J.P. DIRECT AUTO SALES IN FLORENCE, KY SOLD ME A VEHICLE WITH ODOMETER DISCREPANCIES. THE OWNER SOLD THE VEHICLE AT A LITTLE OVER 133,000 MILES BUT THE ODOMETER HAS NEVER ROLLED OVER SINCE I DROVE THE TRUCK OFF THE LOT. FURTHERMORE, A MECHANIC [name removed] ENGINE LIGHT READING THAT INDICATED AN ISSUE TRIPPED AROUND 146,000 MILES. THE OWNER IS NOT OWNING UP TO THE ODOMETER DISCREPANCY AND MAKING RETURNING THE TRUCK VERY DIFFICULT. *TR
- Filed Dec 2019 · Also filed under Power Train, Wheels
TRANSMISSION MAKES LOAD SNAPPING NOISE WHEN SHIFTING INTO ANY GEAR FROM PARK. FRONT BRAKES CALIPER STICKING CAUSING BRAKES AND ROTORS TO OVER HEAT CREATING SEQUEL AND MASSIVE AMOUNT OF DUST AND VEHICLE IS SLUGGISH FROM THE BRAKES STICKING SO ACCELERATION IS BASICALLY NON EXISTENT. LOAD HUMMING FROM FRONT WHEELS WHICH LEADS TO A SHIMMY AND EVENTUALLY A SHAKE.
- Filed Aug 2018 · Also filed under Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE RPM GAUGE REMAINED AT ZERO. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AUTONATION CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM KATY (address removed), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 26,480.
- Filed Jul 2018 · Also filed under Suspension
THE TRUCK IS DRIVING VERY POORLY WHEN YOU ACCELERATE AND THE FRONT WHEEL IS MAKING A HUMMING NOISE. IT ALSO SHAKES A LOT WHEN YOU ACCELERATE PASS 50. THIS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON ALL THE TIME. I HAD THE PART REPLACED THAT THE MECHANIC SAY IT WAS WITH NO CHANGE. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 07V038000
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- Engine333 involved a fire
- Filed Jul 2025
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shut off. During the failure, the power steering and power braking system became inoperable. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the spark plugs and ignition coils however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet contacted or notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
- Filed Apr 2022
The camshaft is defective and prematurely wearing down due to the lifters. Causing a warning code to come on give a p0300 code and and check engine light to flash at a random mulitipule misfire to come up will cause the truck to die at times causing a crash. Luckily I was able to park it before that happened and now can't drive it because of the saftey Hazzard.
- Filed Sep 2020 · Also filed under Fuel/Propulsion System
TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 65MPH WHEN THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF AND LUCKILY I PULLED INTO THE SHOULDER AND PUT THE TRUCK IN PARK AND TURNED THE IGNITION AND THE TRUCK CAME ON LINE NOTHING WAS WRONG, THIS HAS HAPPENED A HANDFUL OF TIMES AND ALSO HAS HAPPENED WHEN SITTING AT A LIGHT AND ACCELERATING INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN THE TRUCK ENGINE SHUTS OFF LEAVING ME TO SHIFT INTO PARK WHICH N QUICKLY AND THEN RESTART THE TRUCK AND GET ONE OF DANGERS WAY. THIS IS VERY VERY SCARY AND I ABSOLUTELY REFUSE TO LET ANYONE RIDE IN MY BACKSEAT OUT OF FEAR I'LL STAHL OUT AND GET T-BONED .
- Filed Sep 2020 · Also filed under Power Train, Fuel/Propulsion System
WHEN RAINING THE ENGINE MISFIRES TO THE POINT OF STALLING THE ENGINE AND WHEN HITTING THE GAS THE ENGINE WILL BIG DOWN WHEN IDLEING FOR MORE THAT 10 MINUTES THE ENGINE IDLES ROUGH AND BEGINS TO PUTTER AND STAHLS OUT. THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL BUT CAME LOOSE CAUSING THE PINION GEAR TO SHIFT WHICH HAD RESULTED IN A LOUD WHIRLING SOUND WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND GETS LOUDER WHEN THE FASTER THE TRUCK GOES AND ALSO CLUNKS WHEN COMING TO A STOP. WHEN HITTING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE FRONT PASSENGER BLINKER/RUNNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES. FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL BEARING CONSISTENTLY FAILS AFTER 8,000-20,000 MILES CAUSING A LOUD HUMMING NOISE AND CAUSING ME TONS OF MONEY. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON TELLING ME TO CHECK GAS CAP EVEN THOUGH I'VE REPLACE IT TWICE NOW WHICH LEADS ME TO BELIEVE THERE IS A ENGINEERING DEFECT AND ALSO THROUGH THE CODE FOR MISFIRE IN CYLINDER 7 EVEN THOUGH I'VE REPLACED THE SPARK PLUGS AND COILS AFTER THE CODE WAS GENERATED AND IT WENT IF FOR ABOUT 4 WEEKS AND CAME BACK ON. I'M CONCLUSION I BELIEVE CHRYSLER IS KNOWINGLY SELLING UNSAFE AND, UNRELIABLE VEHICLES WHICH END TO COSTING THE CONSUMER THOUSANDS IN REPAIRS AND TIME SOMETHING WE CAN'T GET BACK. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE 20,000-40,000 MILES INTO OWNING THE VEHICLE. MY VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED 05/2005 BUT IS TITLED AS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT CREW CAB
- Filed Jul 2020 · Also filed under Fuel/Propulsion System
ABOUT 2 1/2 YEARS AGO I WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK ON A STATE HIGHWAY TRAVELLING AROUND 55 TO 60 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY DIED. OF COURSE MY POWER STEERING NO LONGER WORKED BUT I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. THIS WAS A SCARY SITUATION THAT COULD HAVE TURNED OUT VERY BADLY. LUCKILY, I WAS IN A SPOT WHERE I COULD PULL OVER. THIS PARTICULAR HIGHWAY DOESN'T HAVE A LOT OF SHOULDER AREA. I TURNED THE KEY OFF AND TURNED IT BACK ON AND THE TRUCK STARTED BACK UP AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE. THIS HAPPENED A COUPLE OF MORE TIMES WHEN I WAS TRAVELLING ON THE HIGHWAY AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND ALSO DRIVING ON A CITY STREET AT LOWER SPEEDS. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC AND HE CONNECTED A CODE READER AND BASED ON THE CODES IT WAS SHOWING HE CHANGED BOTH THE CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND THE CRANK SHAFT POSITION SENSOR BUT THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO DIE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED WAS ON 1/21/2018 ON THE SAME STATE HIGHWAY EXCEPT THAT THIS TIME IT DIDN'T WANT TO START BACK UP. I HAD IT TOWED TO A DIFFERENT MECHANIC AND HE RAN COMPRESSION TESTS THAT SHOWED VERY LITTLE COMPRESSION ON ONE SIDE OF THE ENGINE AND NO COMPRESSION ON THE OTHER SIDE. HE SAID HE WOULDN'T BE ABLE TO TELL ME WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT UNTIL HE OPENED THE ENGINE WHICH WOULD COST SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS AND THEN WHO KNOWS HOW MUCH AFTER THE PROBLEM WAS DETERMINED. I HAVE NOT HAD THE MONEY TO DO THAT SO IT HAS BEEN SITTING AT THE MECHANIC'S GARAGE FOR THE PAST 2 1/2 YEARS. EVERY OTHER MECHANIC I TALKED TO SAID THAT I SHOULD JUST GO AHEAD AND REPLACE THE ENGINE, WHICH I CANNOT AFFORD TO DO. THEY SAID 2006 WAS ONE OF THE WORST YEARS FOR THE DODGE RAM ENGINE. WHEN IT DIED IT WAS 11 YEARS OLD BUT HAD LESS THAN 110,000 MILES ON IT.
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- Hydraulic261 involved a crash
- Filed Jan 2014 · Also filed under Steering, Service Brakes, Electrical System
THE VEHICLE IS SHUTTERING UNDER BRAKING AND WHILE APPLYING DIRECTIONAL INPUTS. ALL TIRE PRESSURES ARE 35PSI AND ARE IN GOOD SHAPE WITHOUT CUPPING. WHILE BRAKING AT SPEEDS ABOVE 40MPH THE VEHICLE WILL SHUDDER VIOLENTLY. THE STEERING SHUDDERS WHILE APPLYING SLIGHT DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. *TR
- Filed Mar 2012 · Also filed under Suspension, Service Brakes, Wheels
THERE IS A (TSB 02-001-07 REV. A) THAT CALLS OUT A SHUDDER, BRAKING, SHIMMER... BLAH BLAH BLAH... ON LEVEL GROUND AND CERTAIN SPEEDS. MY ISSUE IS NOT ON LEVEL GROUND, MY PROBLEM EXIST ON DECLINE OF 7% WHEN THE BRAKE IS APPLIED VERY SLIGHTLY THE FRONT BRAKES OR FRONT SUSPENSION SHUDDERS, AND SHAKES SO VIOLENTLY THAT THE ENTIRE TRUCK AND THE STEERING WHEEL IS OUT OF CONTROL, IF YOU GRAB TO TIGHT ON THE STEERING WHEEL YOU MAY OVER CORRECT YOUR STEERING AND EVENTUALLY COULD CAUSE YOU TO OVERTURN YOUR VEHICLE. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR THIS, I HAVE HAD MY ROTORS CHANGED, BRAKES CHANGED, TIRES BALANCED, AND ROTATED BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. I AM TELLING YOU THAT THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR ANYONE TO BE IN. I WOULD LOVE TO TAKE THE OWNER OF THE DODGE CO. AND HIS FAMILY FOR A RIDE. I WILL ALMOST GUARANTEE THAT SOMETHING WOULD GET DONE ABOUT THIS ISSUE. ROTORS SHOULD LAST FOR MORE THAN 6 MONTHS, BUT THE TRUCK IS VIOLENTLY OUT OF CONTROL AND TOO DANGEROUS FOR ME TO ALLOW MY WIFE OR OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS TO DRIVE THIS VEHICLE UNTIL IT IS FIXED OR I SELL IT. ONCE I SELL IT I WILL NOT PURCHASE ANOTHER DODGE PRODUCT AGAIN, I AM TIRED OF WASTING MY TIME AND MONEY ON THIS ISSUE. I AM TIRED OF THE DEALERSHIPS GIVING ME THE RUN AROUND AND OH IT;S YOUR ROTOR ARE QUOTE "WARPED" UN-QUOTE IS HOW IT IS DOCUMENTED ON MY PAPERWORK.. *TR
- Filed Jan 2011 · Also filed under Service Brakes, Electronic Stability Control (esc)
BRAKE FAILURE. *TR
- Filed Sep 2010 · Also filed under Service Brakes
PREMATURE WARPING OF FRONT BRAKE ROTORS,CAUSING SEVERE FRONT END SHAKING WHEN BRAKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ALMOST CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. EVEN AFTER REPLACING DEFECTIVE OR PREMATURELY WORN PARTS,PROBLEM RECURS IN A RELATIVELY SHORT TIME CAUSING ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS WITH FRONT END COMPONENTS,SUCH AS TIE ROD ENDS,AND WHEEL SPINDLES,AND BEARINGS. *TR
- Filed May 2010 · Also filed under Steering, Suspension, Service Brakes, Equipment
2006 DODGE RAM 1500,STEERING WHEEL SHAKES & TRUCK PULLS WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. BRAKES BACK & FRONT CHANGED ROTORS & PADS. SAME CONDITION. THIS CONDITION WAS REPORTED JUNE 15/07 7 TIE ROD ENDS CHANGED & BRAKES. THE SECOND SET OF BRAKES HAVE BEEN INSTALLED CHECKED TIE RODS DEFECTIVE & SLOPPY ON SECOND SET. VEHICLE HAS 71727 KM`S & DODGE WILL NOT CHANGE TIE ROD ENDS SAYING TRUCK IS OUT OF WARRANTY PERIOD. CHECKING USED 2006 TO 2008 DODGE RAMS HAVE HAD TIE RODS CHANGED. SUSPECT CHRYSLER DODGE DOES NOT WANT TO ADVERTISE THIS DEFECT WITH RECALL BECAUSE AFTER TIE RODS CHANGED ALIGNMENT IS REQUIRED. *TR
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- Seat Belts242 involved a crash
- Filed Sep 2022 · Also filed under Suspension, Unknown or Other
Truck making a whooping sound when driving and front tires wobbling and front suspension sloppy. Could be hub assembly, ball joints etc which can cause wheel to detach. All recalls for fwd and awd 2006 dodge ram 1500 but not for 4wd. My truck has every recall problem listed on the recall list for fwd and awd vehicles why weren't same recalls put out for the 4wdodels? Seatbelt won't latch, steering and front suspension a mess and electrical door locks don't work nor car alarm system
- Filed Jun 2020
THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT IS STUCK IN AND WILL NOT LET ME BUCKLE IT. *TR
- Filed Oct 2018 · Also filed under Suspension, Power Train
FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SEATBELT LOCKED - CANNOT USE. VEHICLE MAKES HUMMING NOISE WHILE DRIVING. JUST PURCHASED VEHICLE IN AUGUST 2018
- Filed Nov 2016 · Also filed under Air Bags
I RECEIVE NOTICES RELATED TO SAFETY RECALL R25 BUT THE PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.
- Filed Apr 2016 · Also filed under Air Bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 06V353000 (AIR BAGS), 06V354000 (SEAT BELTS), AND 15V313000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
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- Vehicle Speed Control246 involved a crash
- Filed May 2018 · Also filed under Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A WHINING NOISE. THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE JUMPED APPROXIMATELY TWO FEET IN THE AIR, AND THEN THE VEHICLE SKIDDED ONTO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 177,000.
- Filed May 2018
JANUARY 2018 DRIVING WITH CRUISE CONTROL SET TO 60MPH,GOING UP A SMALL HILL TRUCK SPED UP TO 80MPH RPM WENT OVER 3000. WAS ABLE TO SHUT OFF--TRIED TSET AGAIN AT 60MPH AND INSTANTLY SPED UP TO 80PMH---SHUT OFF. TOOK TRUCK TO DEALER (SEARCHED FOR RECALLS AT THAT TIME) AND THEY DIAGNOSED IT AS NEEDING ENGINE CONTROL (PCM)CHANGED. REPAIR COMPLETED 2-22-18 AT OVER $1200 (HAVE RECEIPTS)
- Filed Mar 2018 · Also filed under Electrical System, Service Brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A PREMATURE FAILURE WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL FEATURE ACTIVATING OR NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. THERE WAS ALSO UNINTENDED MOVEMENT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN GEAR. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE IF THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE THAT ACTIVATED THE CRUISE CONTROL, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LUNGE AND ACCELERATE AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. FORCE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN THE FAILURE HAPPENED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO CHECKED FOR DTC, BUT WAS UNABLE TO REPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THERE WAS NO REPAIR RECOMMENDATION FROM THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. ADDITIONALLY, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH WAS REPLACED BY THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE DEALER (WHITTEN BROTHERS OF ASHLAND, [address removed], [phone removed]) WAS ALSO UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V795000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 06V038000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE MANUFACTURER ISSUED SIX TSBS FOR THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE APPROXIMATELY 130,000. *TT
- Filed Mar 2018
CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WAS ON BUT NOT ENGAGED. I PULLED UP TO BACK INTO PARKING SPACE, AND WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE TRUCK LUNGED FORWARD INTO PARKED CARS. THE TRUCK STOPPED, I PUT MY FOOT BACK ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, LOOKING TO MAKE SURE I WAS ONLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, AND THE TRUCK LUNGED FORWARD AGAIN INTO PARKED CAR. I TOOK MY FOOT OFF OF BRAKE PEDAL, PUT THE SHIFTER IN REVERSE, AND THE TRUCK TOOK OFF AT HIGH SPEED IN REVERSE, CLIPPED A FIRE HYDRANT, AND STOPPED ABOUT 100 FEET AWAY, BACKING INTO AN EARTHEN BANK. ALL OF THIS OCCURRED IN THE PARKING LOT AT MY PLACE OF WORK.
- Filed Dec 2015 · Also filed under Air Bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE REPAIRS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT. UPDATED 02/05/16*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE CRUISE CONTROL WOULD GO FULL THROTTLE WHEN IT WAS SET AND IT WOULDN'T SLOW DOWN, UNTIL HE TURNED IT OFF. UPDATED 02/10/16. *JB
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- Unknown or Other231 involved a crash
- Filed Mar 2024 · Also filed under Service Brakes
This has been a issue going on several months . I can be driving down the road on any Giving day , road conditions wet or dry .I was driving 57 mph and vehicle in front of me hit the brakes ,causing me to hit mine as of sudden , but instead of stopping the brake pedal shifts toward the gas pedal causing me to brake and hit the gas at the same time. No I didn't wreck but came close as I corrected it very quick. This could have xausd me to run into on coming traffic and seriously caused fatal injuries or death. Thank God it wasn't raining . Vehicle hasn't been inspected because I don't have the money to have it inspected . The brake pedal I checked and you can take your hand and the pedal will go side to side over the gas pedal . There was no warning light or check engine light for this issue.
- Filed Sep 2022 · Also filed under Suspension, Seat Belts
Truck making a whooping sound when driving and front tires wobbling and front suspension sloppy. Could be hub assembly, ball joints etc which can cause wheel to detach. All recalls for fwd and awd 2006 dodge ram 1500 but not for 4wd. My truck has every recall problem listed on the recall list for fwd and awd vehicles why weren't same recalls put out for the 4wdodels? Seatbelt won't latch, steering and front suspension a mess and electrical door locks don't work nor car alarm system
- Filed Feb 2022
Ignition key switch - available for inspection The key can be accidently turned back to the accessory position while driving, resulting in loss of steering and power. This has happened twice while driving. The 2nd occurrence I was able to immediately turn the key forward to the run position and regain steering / power to the vehicle. I can reproduce the issue at will, though it has not been brought to a dealer or independent service center to be confirmed. This issue has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police or insurance representatives.
- Filed Oct 2021 · Also filed under Power Train, Air Bags
Muy loose in diferencial damage back drive Axel i diferencial
- Filed Feb 2020
HEAT BLEND DOORS ARE NOT FUNCTIONING AND STUCK ON VENT. GOT HEAT BUT NOT AT DEFROSTER OR FLOOR. AS A RESIDENT IN OHIO AND IT BEING WINTER THERE IS NO WAY TO DEFROST WINDOWS IN INCLAMATE WEATHER. WAS USING THE DEFROSTER THEN TRIED TO SWITH IT TO FOOR AS IT WAS NO LONGER NECCESARY TO BE USING THE DEFROSTER ONLY TO HAVE THE SYSTEM GET STUCK ON THE VENT POSITION. I BELIVE THE PROBLEM TO BE THE MODE 1 DOOR IS BROKEN AS IT IS, AS WELL AS THE OTHER4 DOORS IN THE HEATER BOX ALL MADE OF PLASTIC AND ACCUATOR MOTORS THAT HAVE TOO MUCH TORQUE. THESE DOORS SHOULD BE MADE OUT OF STEEL AND BREAKAGE WOULD NOT OCCURE AND DODGE SHOULD RECALL THE VEHICKLES TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PARTS AT NO COST TO THE VEHICLE OWNERS. THIS COULD LEAD TO DEATH UNDER THE RIGHT CONDITIONS.
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- Engine And Engine Cooling23
- Filed Nov 2022
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, there was a rattling noise detected. There were fumes entering the cabin of the vehicle. The OEM and fuel warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed her that the exhaust manifold bolts had fractured. The contact called the local dealer who informed her there were no recalls on the vehicle for the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000.
- Filed Jul 2014 · Also filed under Visibility
THE AC RECIRCULATION DOOR IS BROKEN WITHIN THE FAN CHAMBER CAUSING RESTRICTED AIR FLOE TO HEAT THE INTERIOR OR TO COOL BOUGHT USED THIS YEAR AND DEALER SOLD WITH ISSUE EVEN THOUGH IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE' AFRAID TO RUN HEAT OR AC AS IT MAY OVERHEAT THE FAN MOTOR CAUSING A FIRE. *TR
- Filed Jun 2014
WE HAVE (2) 2006 DODGE RAMS AND BOTH OF THEM HAVE A BROKEN A/C HEATER FLAPPER. WHEN THE HEATER OR A/C IS ON MOST OF THE AIE VENTS OUTSIDE. *TR
- Filed May 2014 · Also filed under Fuel System, Gasoline
TRUCK SHUTS OF WITHOUT WARNING, DURING LOW IDLE SITUATION, EITHER COMING TO A STOP, OR UPON ENTERING A TURN AT LOW SPEED, OR EVEN AT A STOP LIGHT. IDLE FALLS TO 500RPMS, ENGINE SHUDDERS AND THEN SHUTS OFF. USUALLY ONLY HAPPENS AFTER FUEL TANK IS FILLED FULL WITH GASOLINE. NO CHECK ENGINE CODES ARE PRESENT, NO MALFUNCTIONS SEEMINGLY PRESENT. CONDITION IS SPORADIC, AND UNPREDICTABLE, AND CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE, AS POWER STEERING SHUTS OFF. I HAVE TAKEN THE TRUCK TO A DEALERSHIP, AND HAVE HAD DIAGNOSTICS RAN ON FUEL SYSTEMS, BUT NO APPARENT REASONS EXIST THAT COULD BE TESTED. SERVICE DEALERSHIP RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF FUEL TANK, DUE TO CHECK VALVE MALFUNCTION, REQUIRING FULL FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT, BUT NO GUARANTEE OF REPAIR OF PROBLEM. THIS IS A DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION, AS THE ISSUE IS SPORADIC, AND HAPPENS DURING OPERATION, USUALLY WHENEVER A TURN OR A STOP IS INVOLVED. LOSS OF POWER WITHOUT NOTICE CREATES A CONDITION WHERE THE DRIVER HAS TO FIGURE OUT WHAT'S GOING ON BEFORE REACTING, AND CAN CAUSE OVERRUNS, OR DANGERS TO OTHER VEHICLES AND MOTORISTS. *TR
- Filed Oct 2011
TRUCK DIES WHEN IN DRIVE AT LOW SPEEDS. ALSO WHEN IN GEAR WHEN STOPPED. AND WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE. *TT
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- Wheels232 involved a crash
- Filed Dec 2019 · Also filed under Power Train, Service Brakes
TRANSMISSION MAKES LOAD SNAPPING NOISE WHEN SHIFTING INTO ANY GEAR FROM PARK. FRONT BRAKES CALIPER STICKING CAUSING BRAKES AND ROTORS TO OVER HEAT CREATING SEQUEL AND MASSIVE AMOUNT OF DUST AND VEHICLE IS SLUGGISH FROM THE BRAKES STICKING SO ACCELERATION IS BASICALLY NON EXISTENT. LOAD HUMMING FROM FRONT WHEELS WHICH LEADS TO A SHIMMY AND EVENTUALLY A SHAKE.
- Filed May 2019 · Also filed under Steering, Electrical System
FRONT WHEEL BEARING NOISE/VIBRATION. IN MOTION CITY, HIGHWAY, STRAIGHT, TURNING INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE STATIONARY/ IN MOTION LOUD VACUUM/HUMMING NOISE FROM BEHIND GLOVE BOX STATIONARY/ IN MOTION
- Filed Feb 2019 · Also filed under Electronic Stability Control (esc), Engine
WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY ARE COMING OFF, I HEAR NOISE, AND BROKEN EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS
- Filed May 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE NOISE OCCURRED WHILE TURNING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER HUB ASSEMBLY WAS SERVICED PER NHTA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10E040000 (WHEELS), BUT THE REMEDY FAILED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 112,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
- Filed Aug 2015 · Also filed under Steering, Suspension
I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE FROM A USED CAR DEALER IN CLANTON, ALABAMA IN APRIL 2014. I WAS DRIVING TO MY MOM'S, WHO LIVES IN MISSISSIPPI WHEN I CAME UPON A BRIDGE ON THE INTERSTATE WHILE PASSING A 18 WHEELER. WHEN ENTERING THE BRIDGE THERE WAS A SMALL BUMP UP AND WHEN THE FRONT WHEELS OF THE TRUCK HIT THE BUMP THE FRONT OF THE TRUCK STARTED BOUNCING (DEATH BOUNCE OR ROLL) UNCONTROLLABLE. I HAD TO CUT OFF THE 18 WHEELER THAT I WAS PASSING AND PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE AND COME TO A COMPLETE STOP FOR IT TO STOP. IT HAPPENED 4 MORE TIMES BEFORE I GOT TO MY DESTINATION AND IT HAS HAPPENED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS SINCE AND CAUSING ME TO ALMOST WRECK EACH TIME. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE. YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OVER THE STEERING WHILE IT IS DOING THIS IT JUST BOUNCES YOU ALL OVER THE ROAD. I HAVE TALKED TO [name removed] AND HE SAID IT WAS THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF ALL DODGE TRUCKS THAT WAS CAUSING THIS PROBLEM AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. I WISH TO HAVE AN INVESTIGATION ON THIS MATTER, PLEASE. WITH ONLY 82K MILES ON THIS TRUCK THE ENTIRE FRT END SHOULD NOT BE BAD!! THIS PROBLEM, I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC WAS A DEFECT FROM FACTORY AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL ON THE ENTIRE FRT SUSPENSION NOT JUST THE TIE ROD, BECAUSE THE TIE ROD IS NOT CORRECTING THE DEATH BOUNCE/ROLL PROBLEM WITH THIS TRUCKS. I HAVE A YOUNG SON AND A GRAND BABY WHO HAS TO RIDE IN THIS VEHICLE AND I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS TRUCK WITH MY SELF IN IT. I WILL BE LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
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- Structure171 involved a crash · 1 involved a fire
- Filed Apr 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, A LOUD POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SUB-FRAME HAD SEPARATED NEAR THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO FAULTY WELDING OF THE SUB-FRAME. A UNKNOWN LOCAL DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 258,000. *LN *JS
- Filed Jul 2017 · Also filed under Unknown or Other
I HAD AN ACCIDENT RELATED TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE GRAB HANDLE. I NEVER USUALLY USE IT TO GET INTO THE TRUCK, BUT DECIDED TO USE IT ON JUNE 7TH, 2017. THE TRUCK IS HARDLY EVER DRIVEN AND IN VERY, VERY GOOD CONDITION. THE GRAB HANDLE WAS NOT LOOSE IN ANY WAY PRIOR TO THE ACCIDENT AND HAD NEVER BEEN WORKED ON OR REPLACED. WHEN I GRABBED THE HANDLE TO PULL MYSELF INTO THE TRUCK, WHICH WAS STATIONARY AND PARKED IN A DRIVEWAY, THE WHOLE PANEL RIPPED RIGHT OFF AND SENT ME FALLING HARD TO THE ASPHALT DRIVEWAY. I FELL ABOUT 3 FEET. BY THE WAY, I ONLY WEIGH ABOUT 120 LBS. THE FALL CAUSED ME TO BREAK MY LEFT HIP. I LAID IN THE DRIVEWAY SCREAMING IN EXCRUCIATING PAIN AND FOR HELP UNTIL SOMEONE FOUND ME. AN AMBULANCE TRANSPORTED ME TO A HOSPITAL. I HAD A PARTIAL HIP REPLACEMENT DUE TO THE HIP FRACTURE. UPON INSPECTION, IT LOOKED LIKE THE PANEL/GRAB HANDLE WAS SECURED INTO THE BODY OF THE TRUCK BY PLASTIC DISCS AND CLIPS! I WAS SHOCKED AND ASSUMED SOMETHING LIKE THAT WOULD'VE BEEN SECURED BY A MORE STURDY MATERIAL. THIS ACCIDENT HAS BEEN PHYSICALLY AND FINANCIALLY DEVASTATING FOR ME.
- Filed Aug 2016 · Also filed under Air Bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AREA ON THE DASHBOARD WHERE THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WAS WARPED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE WARPED AREA WAS DUE TO THE HUMIDITY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 324,000. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
- Filed May 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A REPAIR SHOP, THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS CORROSION ON THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WELL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 98,000.
- Filed Oct 2015 · Also filed under Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS RUST AND CORROSION UNDER THE CARRIAGE, THE FRONT FRAME, THE REAR FRAME, NEAR THE AXLES, THE REAR END SPRINGS, AND THE TIE RODS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000.
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- Fuel/Propulsion System161 involved a crash · 1 involved a fire
- Filed May 2022
Fuel tank leaking from the top of the tanks on my 2006 dodge ram Quad cab SLT 5.7 Liter truck. Been leaking a few years after buying my 2006 truck in 2006 brand new. Only way to get one is buying a new fuel tank which is to expensive to buy and unable to repair it is where this tank should have a recall.
- Filed May 2021
STALLS AT STOPS, SLOW SPEEDS (ESPECIALLY WHEN BRAKING DOWNHILL) ONLY WHEN GAS TANK HAS BEEN COMPLETELY FILLED (FULL). LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKES.
- Filed Sep 2020 · Also filed under Engine
TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 65MPH WHEN THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF AND LUCKILY I PULLED INTO THE SHOULDER AND PUT THE TRUCK IN PARK AND TURNED THE IGNITION AND THE TRUCK CAME ON LINE NOTHING WAS WRONG, THIS HAS HAPPENED A HANDFUL OF TIMES AND ALSO HAS HAPPENED WHEN SITTING AT A LIGHT AND ACCELERATING INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN THE TRUCK ENGINE SHUTS OFF LEAVING ME TO SHIFT INTO PARK WHICH N QUICKLY AND THEN RESTART THE TRUCK AND GET ONE OF DANGERS WAY. THIS IS VERY VERY SCARY AND I ABSOLUTELY REFUSE TO LET ANYONE RIDE IN MY BACKSEAT OUT OF FEAR I'LL STAHL OUT AND GET T-BONED .
- Filed Sep 2020 · Also filed under Power Train, Engine
WHEN RAINING THE ENGINE MISFIRES TO THE POINT OF STALLING THE ENGINE AND WHEN HITTING THE GAS THE ENGINE WILL BIG DOWN WHEN IDLEING FOR MORE THAT 10 MINUTES THE ENGINE IDLES ROUGH AND BEGINS TO PUTTER AND STAHLS OUT. THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL BUT CAME LOOSE CAUSING THE PINION GEAR TO SHIFT WHICH HAD RESULTED IN A LOUD WHIRLING SOUND WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND GETS LOUDER WHEN THE FASTER THE TRUCK GOES AND ALSO CLUNKS WHEN COMING TO A STOP. WHEN HITTING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE FRONT PASSENGER BLINKER/RUNNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES. FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL BEARING CONSISTENTLY FAILS AFTER 8,000-20,000 MILES CAUSING A LOUD HUMMING NOISE AND CAUSING ME TONS OF MONEY. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON TELLING ME TO CHECK GAS CAP EVEN THOUGH I'VE REPLACE IT TWICE NOW WHICH LEADS ME TO BELIEVE THERE IS A ENGINEERING DEFECT AND ALSO THROUGH THE CODE FOR MISFIRE IN CYLINDER 7 EVEN THOUGH I'VE REPLACED THE SPARK PLUGS AND COILS AFTER THE CODE WAS GENERATED AND IT WENT IF FOR ABOUT 4 WEEKS AND CAME BACK ON. I'M CONCLUSION I BELIEVE CHRYSLER IS KNOWINGLY SELLING UNSAFE AND, UNRELIABLE VEHICLES WHICH END TO COSTING THE CONSUMER THOUSANDS IN REPAIRS AND TIME SOMETHING WE CAN'T GET BACK. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE 20,000-40,000 MILES INTO OWNING THE VEHICLE. MY VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED 05/2005 BUT IS TITLED AS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT CREW CAB
- Filed Jul 2020 · Also filed under Engine
ABOUT 2 1/2 YEARS AGO I WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK ON A STATE HIGHWAY TRAVELLING AROUND 55 TO 60 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY DIED. OF COURSE MY POWER STEERING NO LONGER WORKED BUT I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. THIS WAS A SCARY SITUATION THAT COULD HAVE TURNED OUT VERY BADLY. LUCKILY, I WAS IN A SPOT WHERE I COULD PULL OVER. THIS PARTICULAR HIGHWAY DOESN'T HAVE A LOT OF SHOULDER AREA. I TURNED THE KEY OFF AND TURNED IT BACK ON AND THE TRUCK STARTED BACK UP AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE. THIS HAPPENED A COUPLE OF MORE TIMES WHEN I WAS TRAVELLING ON THE HIGHWAY AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND ALSO DRIVING ON A CITY STREET AT LOWER SPEEDS. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC AND HE CONNECTED A CODE READER AND BASED ON THE CODES IT WAS SHOWING HE CHANGED BOTH THE CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND THE CRANK SHAFT POSITION SENSOR BUT THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO DIE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED WAS ON 1/21/2018 ON THE SAME STATE HIGHWAY EXCEPT THAT THIS TIME IT DIDN'T WANT TO START BACK UP. I HAD IT TOWED TO A DIFFERENT MECHANIC AND HE RAN COMPRESSION TESTS THAT SHOWED VERY LITTLE COMPRESSION ON ONE SIDE OF THE ENGINE AND NO COMPRESSION ON THE OTHER SIDE. HE SAID HE WOULDN'T BE ABLE TO TELL ME WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT UNTIL HE OPENED THE ENGINE WHICH WOULD COST SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS AND THEN WHO KNOWS HOW MUCH AFTER THE PROBLEM WAS DETERMINED. I HAVE NOT HAD THE MONEY TO DO THAT SO IT HAS BEEN SITTING AT THE MECHANIC'S GARAGE FOR THE PAST 2 1/2 YEARS. EVERY OTHER MECHANIC I TALKED TO SAID THAT I SHOULD JUST GO AHEAD AND REPLACE THE ENGINE, WHICH I CANNOT AFFORD TO DO. THEY SAID 2006 WAS ONE OF THE WORST YEARS FOR THE DODGE RAM ENGINE. WHEN IT DIED IT WAS 11 YEARS OLD BUT HAD LESS THAN 110,000 MILES ON IT.
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- Equipment161 involved a crash
- Filed Jan 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT WOULD JAM WHEN AN ATTEMPT WAS MADE TO SWITCH THE UNIT TO OR FROM DEFROST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BLEND DOOR ACTUATOR AND THE UNIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V158000 (VISIBILITY), BUT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 110,000. UPDATED 04/04/16*LJ *CN
- Filed May 2012 · Also filed under Power Train, Exterior Lighting, Structure, Engine
THE PROBLEM STARTED IN 2009. WENT TO DRIVE THE TRUCK AND COULD NOT GET THE TRUCK TO DRIVE OVER 20 MPH. WAS ABLE TO GET IT TO A DEALER CLOSE BY AND HAD TO HAVE THE THROTTLE BODY POSITIONING SENSOR REPLACED. SINCE THAT DATE I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THIS SAME SENSOR CHANGED 8 MORE TIMES. EACH TIME THE PRIVATE MECHANIC TALKS TO CHRYSLER AND THEY RECOGNIZE THERE IS A FAULTY PROBLEM WITH THIS PART AND WILL NOT RECALL THE ITEM. WHEN THIS SENSOR GOES OUT IT WILL NOT LET YOU DRIVE MORE THAN ABOUT 20MPH. ALSO HAD TO REPLACE THE ACCELERATED PEDAL POSITIONING SENSOR 4 TIMES. BLINKER PROBLEMS NOTED BY MANY OTHER CONSUMERS I HAVE ALSO HAD. WHERE YOU TURN ON THE LEFT BLINKER AND THE RIGHT BLINKER COMES ON. AS WELL AS THE A/C PROBLEM MANY CONSUMERS HAVE MENTIONED THE DOOR BREAKS AND THEN ALL YOU HAVE IS OUTSIDE AIR COMING IN. MY MECHANIC HAS TRIED TO GET REPLACEMENT PARTS FROM CHRYSLER TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM AND CHRYSLER DOES NOT SELL THIS PART (PLEASE EXPLAIN TO ME HOW THEY CAN MAKE THE VEHICLE AND NOT SELL THE PART TO REPAIR IT WHEN IT BREAKS KNOWING IT BREAKS OFTEN). TIE RODS HAVE ALSO BEEN A PROBLEM WITH MY TRUCK. NO MATTER HOW TIGHT THEY ARE THEY CONTINUE TO COME LOOSE EVEN AFTER BEING REPLACED AND THEN THE TRUCK WILL SHAKE. MY MAIN CONCERN AT THIS POINT IS IT INTERMITTENTLY WILL DIE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. IT WILL START RIGHT BACK UP BUT WILL DIE AGAIN AND THEN IT WONT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM FOR 2 OR 3 DAYS AND THEN WILL DO IT AGAIN. HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DIAGNOSE THIS PROBLEM YET. IF ANYONE KNOWS ANY SUGGESTIONS TO LOOK AT PLEASE ADVISE. *JS
- Filed Aug 2011 · Also filed under Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
2006 DODGE RAM MEGA CAB-32000 MILES. MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. LEFT TURN SIGNAL ACTIVATES WHEN SIGNALLING RIGHT OR VICE VERSA. WINDSHIELD WIPERS DO NOT ALWAYS TURN ON CAUSING HAZARDOUS AND UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITIONS IN INCLIMATE WEATHER. MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES ALREADY. DEALER ADVISED DODGE WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM BUT WAS NOT RESPONSIBLE SINCE A RECALL HAD NOT BEEN MANDATED. COMPLAINT FILED WITH CHRYSLER CUSTOMER CARE OVER ISSUE OF RESPONSIBILITY AND KNOWINGLY REPLACING DEFECTIVE PARTS WITH KNOWN DEFECTIVE PARTS. THE ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED TO THIS DATE. *TR
- Filed May 2011 · Also filed under Suspension
2006 DODGE RAM 1500. ORIGINAL RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 07V038000 SUSPENSION: FRONT: WHEEL BEARING IN 2007, CHRYSLER STATED THAT RECALL WORK WAS COMPLETED ON DEFECTIVE WHEEL BEARING. ON MAY 10, 2011 THE WHEEL BEARING FAILED AGAIN, DUE EITHER TO DEFECTIVE MANUFACTURING OR IMPROPER REPAIR. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN THAT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND CRASH. IT DID NO GOOD FOR CHRYSLER TO REPLACE DEFECTIVE PARTS IN A RECALL WITH ANOTHER DEFECTIVE PART THAT WAS GOING TO FAIL. THIS DEFECT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ANOTHER SAFETY RECALL. *TR
- Filed Dec 2010 · Also filed under Exterior Lighting
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HE ENGAGED THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL HE NOTICED THAT THE RIGHT SIGNAL INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 36,000. THE CONSUMER STATED THE AC FAILED TWICE. UPDATED 03/02/11
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- Fuel System9
- Filed Mar 2022 · Also filed under Gasoline
The contact owns 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated while having the vehicle serviced by a local dealer, the fuel pump was found to be cracked and leaking fuel. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel pump replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.
- Filed Oct 2014 · Also filed under Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING FUEL. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 84,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 01/09/15*LJ
- Filed May 2014 · Also filed under Engine And Engine Cooling, Gasoline
TRUCK SHUTS OF WITHOUT WARNING, DURING LOW IDLE SITUATION, EITHER COMING TO A STOP, OR UPON ENTERING A TURN AT LOW SPEED, OR EVEN AT A STOP LIGHT. IDLE FALLS TO 500RPMS, ENGINE SHUDDERS AND THEN SHUTS OFF. USUALLY ONLY HAPPENS AFTER FUEL TANK IS FILLED FULL WITH GASOLINE. NO CHECK ENGINE CODES ARE PRESENT, NO MALFUNCTIONS SEEMINGLY PRESENT. CONDITION IS SPORADIC, AND UNPREDICTABLE, AND CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE, AS POWER STEERING SHUTS OFF. I HAVE TAKEN THE TRUCK TO A DEALERSHIP, AND HAVE HAD DIAGNOSTICS RAN ON FUEL SYSTEMS, BUT NO APPARENT REASONS EXIST THAT COULD BE TESTED. SERVICE DEALERSHIP RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF FUEL TANK, DUE TO CHECK VALVE MALFUNCTION, REQUIRING FULL FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT, BUT NO GUARANTEE OF REPAIR OF PROBLEM. THIS IS A DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION, AS THE ISSUE IS SPORADIC, AND HAPPENS DURING OPERATION, USUALLY WHENEVER A TURN OR A STOP IS INVOLVED. LOSS OF POWER WITHOUT NOTICE CREATES A CONDITION WHERE THE DRIVER HAS TO FIGURE OUT WHAT'S GOING ON BEFORE REACTING, AND CAN CAUSE OVERRUNS, OR DANGERS TO OTHER VEHICLES AND MOTORISTS. *TR
- Filed Sep 2011 · Also filed under Gasoline
WHILE REFUELING TRUCK, GAS NOZZLE AT GAS STATION KEPT TRIGGERING OFF AND CAUSING FUEL TO SPRAY OUT. THIS HAPPENED AT A NUMBER OF DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS. I BROUGHT THE TRUCK TO DODGE DEALER AND WAS ADVISED TODAY THAT THE GAS TANK HAS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF BAD CHECK VALVES. TRUCK IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY NOR THERE IS ANY RECALLS ON IT FOR THIS. I HEARD OF THIS PROBLEM WITH OTHER DODGE CARS AND TRUCKS. I BELIEVE AND WANT AN INVESTIGATION AND A RECALL FOR THIS BECAUSE OF THE FUEL SPRAYING OUT AND POSSIBLY CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY, FIRE AND MAYBE EVEN DEATH BECAUSE OF THEIR FAULTY FUEL TANKS. THE TRUCK IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD AND HAS ONLY APPROX 43K MILES ON IT. *TR
- Filed Feb 2011 · Also filed under Engine And Engine Cooling, Diesel, Electrical System
2006 DODGE RAM. CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN AND WENT INTO SAFE MODE.*TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE TRUCK WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY FOUND A PROBLEM WITH SOME OF THE INJECTOR. EIGHT INJECTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED WITHIN THE PAST YEAR AND SOME OF THE WIRES WERE REPLACED. WHEN THE CONSUMER CONTACTED CHRYSLER, HE WAS INFORMED REPAIRS WERE NOT GOING TO BE AUTHORIZED BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WA PERFORMING AS DESIGNED. CHRYSLER ADVISED THE CONSUMER TO CONTINUE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE UNTIL IT MALFUNCTIONS AGAIN. *JB
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- Visibility/Wiper9
- Filed May 2019 · Also filed under Electrical System, Unknown or Other
DODGE IS AWARE OF THIS ISSUE. THEY HAVE UPDATED THE PART AND THERE ARE MANY CUSTOMER PAID REPAIRS. THE CONTROL BOX FOR THE HEATING AND A/C SYSTEM IS DEFECTIVE AND BREAKS AT THE BLEND DOOR. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE BLEND DOOR NO LONGER WORKS AND IT DISABLES THE DEFROSTER AND A/C. ON COOL OR COLD DAYS, THE WINDSHIELD CAN SUDDENLY FOG UP AND THERE IS NO WAY TO CLEAR THE VIEW AS AIR DOES NOT BLOW IN THAT DIRECTION. ON HOT DAYS, THE SYSTEM CAN NOT PUSH AIR OUT ENOUGH TO KEEP THE DRIVER FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT. THE PART NUMBER IS 68004226AC. THIS PART HAS BEEN SUPERSESSION CHAIN OF ABOUT 4 OTHER NUMBERS AS DODGE CORRECTED DESIGN FLAWS OVER THE YEARS. I WOULD ALSO NOTE THAT BECAUSE THIS INVOLVED A/C AND HEATING, MANY PEOPLE DO NOT NOTIFY NHTSA OF THE CONCERN, BUT IT IS VERY WELL DOCUMENTED AND KNOWN. IT IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM THAT CAUSES DRIVING ISSUES WITHOUT BEING REPORTED.
- Filed Feb 2016 · Also filed under Electrical System
AT FIRST THE WIPERS WOULD STOP RANDOMLY (WHILE DRIVING IN A RAINSTORM) BUT I WOULD FIDDLE WITH THE SWITCH AND THEY WOULD NORMALLY COME BACK ON. IN THE LAST WEEK THEY BASICALLY QUIT WORKING ALTOGETHER OTHER THAN A RANDOM STROKE HERE OR THERE. I REPLACED THE WIPER/SIGNAL CONTROL SWITCH ON THE STEERING COLUMN YESTERDAY THINKING IT MUST BE WORN OUT. TO NO AVAIL, THE WIPERS ARE NOT WORKING AND AFTER RESEARCHING ON THE INTERNET, I FIND THAT IT IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. PEOPLE ARE REPLACING PARTS, SPENDING MONEY AT SERVICE CENTERS AND NOT GETTING THE PROBLEM SOLVED. I LIVE IN THE RAINY NORTHWEST AND I CAN TELL YOU THAT IT IS A BIG SAFETY ISSUE NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE IN FRONT OF YOU WHILE NAVIGATING I-5 AT 70MPH AT SOME RANDOM POINT DURING A TRIP. THIS PROBLEM STARTED OVER A YEAR AGO BUT WAS ALWAYS A MOMENTARY THING AND WOULD RESOLVE ITSELF, BUT IT IS NOW A PERMANENT PROBLEM AND I WISH I KNEW WHAT PART REPLACEMENT WOULD RESOLVE IT.
- Filed Oct 2015
IN DRIVING RAIN, AND ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING. I HAD TO REPEATEDLY TURN THEM ON IN ORDER TO CLEAR THE RAIN FROM THE WINDSHIELD. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS VERY DEFECT AND FOR THIS YEAR VEHICLE. I CALLED CHRYSLER, BUT ITS CUSTOMER SERVICE PERSON, DENNIS, REFUSED TO HONOR THE RECALL, CLAIMING THE VIN WASN'T INCLUDED. HE ALSO, MAGNANIMOUSLY, OFFERED TO "REIMBURSE" FOR THE EXPENSE "IF THE RECALL IS EXPANDED." UNACCEPTABLE RESPONSE AND OBVIOUS, BLATANT LACK OF CONCERN FOR SAFETY, AND ESPECIALLY FOR THIS VEHICLE WHICH IT KNOWS HAS THIS VERY DEFECT.
- Filed Jun 2015 · Also filed under Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
AFTER OWNING A DODGE 1500 2006 MEGA CAB FOR 4 YEARS HAD TO REPLACE THE MULTI FUNCTION SWITCH IT STOPPED WORKING HAD NO WIPERS HIGH BEAMS OR SIGNALS. 5 YEARS LATER HAVE THE SAME THING HAPPEN SEEMS LIKE AN ON GOING PROBLEM WITH THESE SWITCHES. WHEN THE DON'T WORK MAKE IT A SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO NO WIPERS, SIGNALS, OR HIGH BEAMS...
- Filed Mar 2015
DEFROST WON'T WORK. HEAT WORKS ON FLOOR AND VENTS. I UNDERSTAND FROM ON LINE FORUMS THAT THIS IS AN ON GOING PROBLEM WITH THESE TRUCKS. I FEEL THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND THIS NEED RECALL. SOMEONE IS GOING TO GET HURT OR KILLED SOME DAY BECAUSE OF THIS. *TR
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- Tires8
- Filed Aug 2025
The contact owns a 2006 RAM 1500 equipped with Arroyo Tires, Tire Line: Tamarock A/T, Tire Size: 33X12.50/R18, DOT Number: 1TBDDP35C0924 and 1TBDDP35C0824. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel started to vibrate excessively. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the tires needed to be balanced. The contact was later informed that the tires could not be properly balanced due to irregularities in the inner liner. The contact was advised that all four tires needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 20,000.
- Filed Feb 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500 WITH GOODYEAR TIRES, SIZE:P225 60 R20. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 55 MPH WHEN THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE NO CRACKS IN THE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT DISPLAY ANY SHAKING ISSUES PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000 AND THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.
- Filed Jul 2010
MY 2006 DODGE RAM HAS THE GOODYEAR WRANGLER HP 275/60R20 INSTALLED. MY TRUCK JUST TURNED 40K. MY TIRES ARE ALWAYS ROTATED AND PROPER TIRE INFLATION. I NOTICED RECENTLY THAT MY TRUCK STARTED VIBRATING. FIRST IT WAS MINOR THEN IT FINALLY IS TOO MUCH TO BARE. I HAD TAKEN IT IN TWICE BEFORE THINKING IT WAS A BALANCE WEIGHT ISSUE AND EACH TIME THE TIRE STORED REMOVED OR ADDED A SMALL AMOUNT OF WEIGHT. THERE WAS A BIG DIFFERENCE COMING BACK FROM A 1400 MILE ROAD TRIP RECENTLY. AT FIRST THERE WAS THE USUAL SMALL VIBRATION, BUT AT THE END OF THIS TRIP THE WHOLE TRUCK SHAKING BAD. I TOOK THE TRUCK IN FOR THE 3RD TIME AND COME TO FIND OUT THE REAR TIRE WAS FINALLY SHOWING SIGNS OF SEPARATION. I WAS TOLD THAT I WAS VERY LUCKY THAT THIS TIRE DID NOT SEPARATE DURING MY TRIP. I PLAN ON CONTACTING GOODYEAR, BUT FROM WHAT I HAVE READ ONLINE THEY DON'T SEEM TO CARE OR WILL BLAME IT ON DRIVING STYLE. I HAVE YET TO FIND SOMEONE THAT HAS RECEIVED A WARRANTY OR PRO RATED PRICE FOR NEW TIRES. DODGE NEEDS TO STOP PUTTING THESE ON THE TRUCKS OR SOMEONE WILL GET KILLED, LIKE MY FAMILY ALMOST DID. *TR
- Filed Feb 2010
GOODYEAR WRANGLER HP P275/60-20 TIRES. PURCHASED USED 2006 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 WITH THESE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES (32,000 MILES). IN MAY 2009 HAD A TIRE FAILURE; BLOWOUT AT LOW SPEED FOLLOWING EXIT FROM INTERSTATE(33,000 MI). GOODYEAR DEALER ADVISED THAT GOODYEAR WOULD CLASSIFY THE FAILURE AS ROAD HAZARD AND WOULD NOT REPLACE THE TIRE. PURCHASED 1 NEW TIRE OF SAME KIND AND IMMEDIATELY HAD BALANCE AND UNUSUAL WHEEL HOP. APPEALED TO GOODYEAR WHO REPLACED THE TIRE. REPLACEMENT TIRE HAD SIMILAR BALANCE ISSUES. SELECTED LOCATION ON VEHICLE WITH LEAST IMPACT TO DRIVE-ABILITY. DURING FALL 2010 (40000 MILES) BEGAN TO NOTICE LEFT REAR VIBRATION AS THOUGH TIRE WAS OUT-OF-ROUND. ON FEB 10, 2010 DISCOVERED LEFT REAR HAD BELT SEPARATION AND LARGE BULGE. STEEL BELTS ARE EXTRUDING OUT OF TREAD. IN PROCESS OF MOUNTING SPARE NOTICED APPARENT BELT AND TREAD SEPARATION ON SPARE. FOUR OF SIX TIRES HAVE HAD ISSUES. AM REPLACING ALL TIRES. NO MORE GOODYEAR'S, EVER! *TR
- Filed Jan 2010
PRODUCT QUALITY DEFECT- POOR PRODUCT QUALITY OF GOODYEAR WRANGLER TIRES RECENTLY CREATED UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITIONS FOR MYSELF, MY FAMILY AND OTHER MOTORISTS. DUE TO THE RADIAL BAND SEPARATION ISSUE IN A GOODYEAR WRANGLER HP TIRE (SIZE P275/60/20) THE TIRE CREATED EXCESSIVE BOUNCING AND WOBBLING OF THE TIRE AT SPEEDS OVER 40 MPH CREATING INABILITY TO CONTROL MY VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY. I HAD THE TIRE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY (WITH A BRIDGESTONE TIRE) AND THE ISSUE WAS RESOLVED. WHEN I CONTACTED GOODYEAR QUALITY DEPT. THEY ASKED I HAVE THE TIRE INSPECTED BY A GOODYEAR DEALER, WHICH I DID, AND THE DEALER CONFIRMED THE RADIALS WHERE /COMPROMISED/BROKEN IN NUMEROUS PLACES. GOODYEAR DID OTHER A $45 REBATE ON MY NEXT GOODYEAR TIRE PURCHASE WHICH I DECLINED AS I WILL NOT PLACE MY FAMILIES SAFETY AND WELL BEING IN THEIR TRUST ANY LONGER NOR WILL I BE PURCHASING GOODYEAR TIRES. THE TIRE HAD APPROX 15000 MILES ON IT WITH ~50-60% TREAD LEFT. (CONFIRMED BY THE GOODYEAR DEALER.) NO EXPLANATIONS OR APOLOGIZES WERE OFFERED BY GY WHICH DISPLAYS THEIR DISTURBING LACK OF BUSINESS SAVVY. I HAVE 3 VEHICLES IN MY HOUSEHOLD AND WILL NO LONGER SUPPORT SUCH BUSINESS PRACTICES BY PURCHASING UNSAFE PRODUCTS. I HAVE SEEN SEVERAL SAFETY CONCERNS WITH THIS TIRE ON INTERNET BLOGS BUT THOUGHT IT BEST TO OFFICIALLY POST TO NHTSA. I ALSO OBSERVED INFORMATION REGARDING PRODUCT SAFETY CLAIMS BY THE STEELWORKERS UNION (LINK ON YOUR WEBSITE) REGARDING THE SAFETY/QUALITY OF GOODYEAR TIRES AROUND THE SAME TIME BY VEHICLE WAS PRODUCED. (NOT SURE IF MY TIRE WAS PRODUCED IN THE SAME FACTORY) I WOULD LIKE A FORMAL COMPLAINT ISSUED TO GOODYEAR IF FEASIBLE AND/OR AT LEAST ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. (GOODYEAR CLAIM NUMBER 1089986). *TR
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- Gasoline7
- Filed Mar 2022 · Also filed under Fuel System
The contact owns 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated while having the vehicle serviced by a local dealer, the fuel pump was found to be cracked and leaking fuel. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel pump replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.
- Filed Oct 2014 · Also filed under Fuel System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING FUEL. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 84,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 01/09/15*LJ
- Filed May 2014 · Also filed under Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System
TRUCK SHUTS OF WITHOUT WARNING, DURING LOW IDLE SITUATION, EITHER COMING TO A STOP, OR UPON ENTERING A TURN AT LOW SPEED, OR EVEN AT A STOP LIGHT. IDLE FALLS TO 500RPMS, ENGINE SHUDDERS AND THEN SHUTS OFF. USUALLY ONLY HAPPENS AFTER FUEL TANK IS FILLED FULL WITH GASOLINE. NO CHECK ENGINE CODES ARE PRESENT, NO MALFUNCTIONS SEEMINGLY PRESENT. CONDITION IS SPORADIC, AND UNPREDICTABLE, AND CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE, AS POWER STEERING SHUTS OFF. I HAVE TAKEN THE TRUCK TO A DEALERSHIP, AND HAVE HAD DIAGNOSTICS RAN ON FUEL SYSTEMS, BUT NO APPARENT REASONS EXIST THAT COULD BE TESTED. SERVICE DEALERSHIP RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF FUEL TANK, DUE TO CHECK VALVE MALFUNCTION, REQUIRING FULL FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT, BUT NO GUARANTEE OF REPAIR OF PROBLEM. THIS IS A DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION, AS THE ISSUE IS SPORADIC, AND HAPPENS DURING OPERATION, USUALLY WHENEVER A TURN OR A STOP IS INVOLVED. LOSS OF POWER WITHOUT NOTICE CREATES A CONDITION WHERE THE DRIVER HAS TO FIGURE OUT WHAT'S GOING ON BEFORE REACTING, AND CAN CAUSE OVERRUNS, OR DANGERS TO OTHER VEHICLES AND MOTORISTS. *TR
- Filed Sep 2011 · Also filed under Fuel System
WHILE REFUELING TRUCK, GAS NOZZLE AT GAS STATION KEPT TRIGGERING OFF AND CAUSING FUEL TO SPRAY OUT. THIS HAPPENED AT A NUMBER OF DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS. I BROUGHT THE TRUCK TO DODGE DEALER AND WAS ADVISED TODAY THAT THE GAS TANK HAS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF BAD CHECK VALVES. TRUCK IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY NOR THERE IS ANY RECALLS ON IT FOR THIS. I HEARD OF THIS PROBLEM WITH OTHER DODGE CARS AND TRUCKS. I BELIEVE AND WANT AN INVESTIGATION AND A RECALL FOR THIS BECAUSE OF THE FUEL SPRAYING OUT AND POSSIBLY CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY, FIRE AND MAYBE EVEN DEATH BECAUSE OF THEIR FAULTY FUEL TANKS. THE TRUCK IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD AND HAS ONLY APPROX 43K MILES ON IT. *TR
- Filed Apr 2010 · Also filed under Fuel System, Power Train, Visibility
1) THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE ASSEMBLY AND FLUID FROZE. THAT IN TURN SHORTED OUT THE TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (MAIN COMPUTER) WAS TOLD FCM INTERNAL FAULT NEEDS TIPM. DO NOT HAVE WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID. 2) 1-27-10 HEATER/DEFROSTER QUIT WORKING. HAD TO REPLACE THE BLOWER MOTOR ASSEMBLY. WHEN REPLACING FOUND A BROKEN DOOR IN THE MOTOR ASSEMBLY. HAVE NOT REPLACED THE DOOR. 3) VERY BAD FRONT END VIBRATION. WAS JUST TOLD THAT BOTH BEARINGS NEED TO BE REPLACED. 4) CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WITH CODE NEED EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION SYSTEM VALVE. *TR
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- Electronic Stability Control (esc)71 involved a crash · 1 involved a fire
- Filed Feb 2019 · Also filed under Air Bags, Fuel/Propulsion System
THE VEHICLE WAS, IN MOTION, ON CITY STREETS OR AND HIGHWAYS, ACCELERATING, TURNING, BRAKING, ETC., THE FAULT OR PROBLEM THAT CREATED THE UNSAFE CONDITION TO BE FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM-INCLUDES SYSTEMS THAT MANAGE ENERGY TO POWER THE VEHICLE SUCH AS FUEL TANKS, PUMPS, INJECTORS, FILTERS, PIPES/LINES AND HOSES FOR GASOLINE AND DIESEL VEHICLES, AND FOR ELECTRIC, HYBRID, HYDROGEN, LPN/NATURAL GAS OR OTHER ALTERNATIVE POWER VEHICLES INCLUDING HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERIES AND ENERGY STORAGE DEVICES, CONTROLS, SAFETY DISCONNECTS, PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES, AND OTHER SAFETY RELATED DEVICES THAT MAY PRESENT A SAFETY HAZARD THE COMPONENT PARTS OR SYSTEM THAT I BELIEVE MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE SAFETY RISK. AFTER MY BEST ASSESSMENT OF THE INCIDENT AND CAUSE IN MY DESCRIPTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO KNOWN MECHANICS FOR AN ESTIMATE, AND AN AUTO SERVICE FOR A COMPUTERISED DIAGNOSIS. I HAVE OTHER INFORMATION - REPAIR INVOICES, DIAGNOSIS REPORTS, POLICE ACCIDENT REPORTS, INSURANCE CLAIM FORMS, ETC. - I CAN NOT SCAN THEM ELECTRONICALLY AND UPLOAD THEM ALONG WITH MY COMPLAINT AT THIS TIME. THE WHEELS WERE NOT PROPERLY ASSESSED OR REPLACED ACCORDING TO STANDARDS LATER CAUSING OUR ACCIDENT AND INJURIES. THIS COMPLAINT IS ALSO ABOUT THE RECALLS. THE RECALLS ARE AIR BAGS: PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL ISSUED MARCH 27, 2017 RECALL ID 275880, AIR BAGS: FRONTAL: DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE ISSUED JUNE 8, 2015 RECALL ID 275947, AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: IGNITION: SWITCH ISSUED MARCH 27, 2015 RECALL ID 242136.
- Filed Feb 2019 · Also filed under Wheels, Engine
WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY ARE COMING OFF, I HEAR NOISE, AND BROKEN EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS
- Filed Oct 2018
TRUCK WILL IDLE AT 100 RPMS AND EVERY ONCE IN AWHILE IT WILL STALL OUT AS I AM ROLLING UP TO A STOP LIGHT. THE TRUCK WILL CUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE TRUCK WILL START BACK UP WITH NO ISSUES AFTER THIS HAPPENS BUT THIS SEEMS THAT IT COULD BE A SERIOUS ISSUE ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE NO CONTROL WHEN IT STALLS OUT AT LOW RPMS.
- Filed Jul 2018 · Also filed under Air Bags, Fuel/Propulsion System
I HAVE TRIED ON MANY TIMES TOO ARRIGO DODGE IN WEST PALM BEACH ,FLORIDA TOO COMPLETE THE SAFETY RECALL .THEY HAVE REFUSED TOO ADDRESS THE ISSUES WITH THIS TRUCK . I HAVE COMPLAINED TO THE DODGE MOTOR DIVISION MORE TIMES THAN A FEW ,THEY TURN A BLIND-EYE TO THE DEALERSHIP . THIS TRUCK WAS A LEMON FROM THE SHOW-ROOM FLOOR ,I HAVE REPLACED THE COMPUTER , EMISSIONS SYSTEM ,FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM , WIRING HARNESS , AND MANY MORE REPAIRS .THE BRAKE SYSTEM IS VERY DANGEROUS ,SOMEONE IS GOING TOO GET A SERIOUS INJURY FROM THIS ISSUE. THE TRUCK ALSO SUFFERS FROM SUDDEN ACCELERATION , AT ANY GIVEN TIME . I HAVE CALLED THE CHRYSLER REP [name removed] , AND THEY HAVE A CARE LESS ATTITUDE ,I VOICED MY OPINION ON THE CHAT LINE ,AND...THEY WERE QUITE AMUSED AT THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH OR INJURY . I WANT A COMPLETE INVESTIGATION OF THE DEALERSHIP ,THE FACTORY , AND BRING IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ON THESE CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES ! PLEASE DO SOMETHING SOON , THIS IS A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH !
- Filed Apr 2017 · Also filed under Suspension, Power Train
STRANGE VIBRATION IN SUSPENSION SYSTEM WHEN REACHING SPEEDS BETWEEN 50 - 70 MPH. I AM EXPERIENCING ROUGH RIDING AS I EXCELLERATE TO THE ABOVE SPEEDS ON THE HIGHWAY.
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- Seats3
- Filed May 2012
THE DRIVERS SEAT FOAM IS FALLING APART DUE CONTACT WITH SHARP EDGES IN THE SUPPORT BASKET AND FRAME WELDS. THE SEAT MOTOR HAS ALSO STOPPED WORKING. I CONTACTED DODGE CUSTOMER SERVICE (CARE #[XXX])AND WAS REFERRED TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED. I HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AND DODGE REFUSED TO MAKE REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 33,000 MILES AND THE SEAT FOAM HAS TO BE REPLACED, ALONG WITH THE CLOTH FABRIC, THAT HAS A HOLE DUE TO THE RUBBING OF THE FABRIC IN THE METAL FRAME. I HAD TO COVER THE SEAT WITH A TOWEL TO PROTECT MY PANTS, AFTER I RIPPED THREE PAIR OF PANTS ON THE SHARP EDGES. I LOOKED AT A NUMBER OF DODGE OWNER WEBSITES AND MANY OWNERS ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SAME PROBLEM. ONE OWNER EVEN POSTED DETAILED PHOTOS OF HOW HE REPAIRED THE SHARP PARTS AND REPLACED THE SEAT FOAM AFTER DODGE REFUSED TO REPAIR HIS TRUCK. IT IS A CLEAR DEFECT AND THE TRUCK SHOULD BE RECALLED DUE TO THE RISK OF INJURY BY THE SHARP PARTS. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
- Filed Aug 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE ELECTRIC SEAT WILL NOT GO IN THE DOWN POSITION. THE FAILURE PREVENTS HIM FROM APPLYING THE BRAKES BECAUSE HIS LEGS BECOME NUMB. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY CANNOT CHANGE THE SEAT OR ASSIST HIM. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 5,500 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. UPDATED 02-01-08. *KB UPDATED 02/01/08 *TR
- Filed Jan 2007
I HAVE BEEN NOTICING SINCE I GOT MY TRUCK IN MARCH THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT MAKES A POPPING NOISE WHEN GOING AROUND CORNERS. IT ALSO FEELS LIKE IT IS COMING UP OFF THE GROUND OR OUT OF THE TRACK. I CHECKED IT AND IT IS SECURELY FASTENED TO THE GROUND. I TOOK IT INTO FREEMONT DODGE YESTERDAY TO GET SOME RECALL WORK DONE, AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE BRACKETS AND THE PINIONS IN THE TRACK OF THE SEAT ARE DEFECTIVE. THEY TRIED TO GET THE PARTS BUT THEY ARE ON BACKORDER. HOW LONG DO THEY HAVE TO FIX THIS PROBLEM AND HOW DANGEROUS IS IT. THE DEALERSHIP SAYS IT IS OK BUT MY WIFE DRIVES THE TRUCK AND I WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT SHE WILL BE SAFE. *JB
- Child Seat2
- Filed Dec 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS AN EDDIE BAUER DELUXE CONVERTIBLE REARFACING INFANT SEAT, MODEL NUMBER 22-880. THE CHILD SEAT WAS MANUFACTURED ON MARCH 8, 2006. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BOTTOM STRAP OF THE CHILD SEAT, WHICH CONNECTED THE SEAT TO THE VEHICLE, FAILED TO TIGHTEN. AS A RESULT, THE CHILD SEAT REMAINED LOOSE AND WAS NOT SAFELY SECURED TO THE SEAT PROPERLY. THE CONTACT FELT THAT THIS WAS A SAFETY HAZARD AND COULD CAUSE SEVERE INJURIES IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. UPDATED 03-04-09 *BF UPDATED 03/05/09. *JB
- Filed Nov 2008 · Also filed under Seat Belts
REAR SEAT (MIDDLE) PASSENGER SEAT BELT GETS LOCKED. FAILS TO USE. (RELATED VEHICLE INFORMATION: MODEL YEAR=2006, MAKE=DODGE, MODEL=RAM 1500). *TR
- Interior Lighting1
- Filed Nov 2014 · Also filed under Exterior Lighting
THE INTERIOR LIGHT STAYS ON FOR MERE SECONDS, THEN SHUTS OFF. THIS IS THE INTERIOR LIGHT THAT TURNS ON WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED OR THE PUSH BUTTON TO TURN ON IS PUSHED. AFTER A FEW SECONDS, THE LIGHT SHUTS OFF. *TR
- Diesel1
- Filed Feb 2011 · Also filed under Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Electrical System
2006 DODGE RAM. CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN AND WENT INTO SAFE MODE.*TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE TRUCK WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY FOUND A PROBLEM WITH SOME OF THE INJECTOR. EIGHT INJECTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED WITHIN THE PAST YEAR AND SOME OF THE WIRES WERE REPLACED. WHEN THE CONSUMER CONTACTED CHRYSLER, HE WAS INFORMED REPAIRS WERE NOT GOING TO BE AUTHORIZED BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WA PERFORMING AS DESIGNED. CHRYSLER ADVISED THE CONSUMER TO CONTINUE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE UNTIL IT MALFUNCTIONS AGAIN. *JB
- Latches/Locks/Linkages1
- Filed Jul 2010 · Also filed under Visibility
HEATER DOOR BROKEN AND MADE DEFROSTING VERY SLOW. THIS APPEARS TO BE A CONSTANT PROBLEM ON DODGE TRUCKS ETC. *TR
- Other1
- Filed Feb 2010 · Also filed under Fuel System, Vehicle Speed Control
ACCELERATOR STICKS TO THE FLOOR IF STEPPED ON TOO QUICKLY. MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR AND DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE HAVE FAILED. ATTEMPTS TO REPRODUCE THE PROBLEM AT MANY DEALERSHIPS HAS NOT HELPED BECAUSE THE STICKING OF THE PEDAL IS VERY DIFFICULT TO REPRODUCE WHEN YOU WANT IT TO. NONETHELESS,IT HAS OCCURRED AT LEAST SIX TIMES AND HAS MADE IT SO MY WIFE IS SCARED TO DEATH OF THE VEHICLE. *TR
- Electric1
- Filed Oct 2008 · Also filed under Service Brakes
I HAVE A 2006 DODGE RAM 1500 WITH APROX. 54,000. THE ROTOR AND BRAKES WENT OUT ON THE LEFT SIDE ONLY, WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY STATED MY CALIPER WAS BAD, THUS CAUSING THE ROTOR AND BRAKES, THE CALIPER IS COVERED BY WARRANTY NOT THE ROTOR & BRAKES, A CHECK SHOWS THE ABS MODULE WAS RECALLED ON 2006 DODGE RAMS, MY VIN IS IN THE RANGE FOR THE RECALL, BUT MINE IS NOT IN THE RECALL (ACCORDING TO THEM), HOWEVER THEY HAVE NO EXPLANATION OF WHY SO MUCH DAMAGE AT SO LITTLE MILES. A REVIEW OF COMPLAINTS SHOWS SEVERAL ISSUES WITH ROTOR, PADS & CALIPERS ON THESE VEHICLES ALL WITH LOW MILEAGE. *TR
Safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings from government crash tests. Ratings differ by cab style and 2WD/4WD, so check the row that matches the truck. Source: nhtsa.gov/ratings.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-DR. | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 stars |
| Regular Cab | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 stars |