Tl* the contact owns a 1993 dodge ram 1500. While driving with the cruise control set at 45-50 MPH, the vehicle accelerated and increased to 70 MPH. The brake pedal was applied, but failed to respond. Additionally, the vehicle was uncontrollable and the engine revved. The contact noticed an abnormal burning odor and smoke emerged from the vehicle. The contact had to turn the vehicle off to stop the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 113,000. .*bf the consumer wishes to withdraw the complaint.
The worst 1993 Dodge RAM 1500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes3
- Body1
- Lights1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Brakes3
- Body1
- Lights1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Steering column separation
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the federal safety agency by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that agencyfurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(g), the federal safety agency has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge ram series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.if the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.a review of odi's data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.therefore, the petition is denied.for details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.
DP03002
Poor brake performance
There is no summary currently available
PE93054
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Dodge RAM 1500 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1993 Dodge RAM 1500 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | RWD | 17 | 21-22 | 19 |
| 5.2L 8‑cyl | RWD | 11 | 16 | 13 |
| 5.9L 8‑cyl | RWD | 11 | 15 | 13 |
| 5.2L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 11 | 15 | 12 |
| 5.9L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 10 | 14 | 12 |
What 1993 Dodge RAM 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 dodge d150. While driving 45 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to stop. The failure caused him to rear end another vehicle. The road conditions were dry. The driver suffered a concussion, body contusions, and strained muscles. He was wearing his seat belt at the time of the crash. A police report was filed. Both vehicles were damaged. The contacts vehicle was towed, but not repaired. No mileage information was available. The consumer stated the truck skidded several feet after applying the brakes and the motor sounded as if it were racing. The consumer further stated there was sudden acceleration before the accident. The consumer provided a release form, a copy of recall notice, insurance information, and photos of the vehicle. Updated 09/05/07
Frame has crack underneath where the front suspension control arm is. Dealer rhas been contacted.
When it rains the ABS light comes and driver gets a real rough stopping, liike the brake are grabbing, experienced problem since purchasing vehicle in 1993.
Switch ring headlight failure, when changing switch from dim to bright there is complete headlight failure.
W/rear ABS brakes; once applied w/some pressure, rear brakes locked up on wet and twice on dry road surface. Please describe details.
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Questions about the 1993 Dodge RAM 1500
Is the 1993 Dodge RAM 1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1993 Dodge RAM 1500, fewer than a typical RAM 1500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Dodge RAM 1500?
Brakes, with 3 complaints. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 1993 Dodge RAM 1500 have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Dodge RAM 1500 have bad brakes?
The Dodge RAM 1500 model years with the most brakes complaints are 2003 (73 complaints), 1998 (64 complaints) and 2001 (59 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Dodge RAM 1500 get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Dodge RAM 1500 range from 12 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 17 city and 21-22 highway.
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