1997 Dodge RAM 1500: complete transmission failure

Filed Mar 10, 2015 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while trying to shift the vehicle out of park, it failed to shift. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with an unspecified internal transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jul 14, 2011 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · IL

Replaced the transmission in a 1997 dodge ram 1500 and it is still screwing up. Truck only had 12000 miles on it.

Filed Jul 19, 2008 · Transmission · 118,000 miles · IN

Transmission failure in 1997 dodge ram 1500. Transmission failed and would not shift into higher gears. Would never go faster than 40 miles and hour.

Filed Apr 1, 2008 · Transmission · 72,002 miles · IN

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 dodge ram 1500. While driving 55 MPH, the transmission failed. The vehicle was towed to an inspection station and the transmission was repaired. The mechanic stated that the repair was previously performed by the dealer on august 19, 1997 under the federal safety agency campaign id number 97v084000 (power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines). The dealer failed to use a stainless steel retainer for the repair as stated in the recall notice. Instead, the original plastic part was still on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 72000. Updated 05/06/08 *bf the consumer stated the dealer did not make the repair and the transmission eventually failed.

Filed Nov 28, 2005 · Fuel system, Transmission · 93,800 miles · UT

I own a 1997 dodge ram 1500 w/93,000 on it the problems began the radiator $250 just for the part went bad then transmission went out dodge is infamous for the transmission problems I had to pay $1900 to get it fixed after that was done the fuel rail & o ring started to leak another well know defect on chrysler vehicles my truck was visibly losing gas & obviously dangerous there is no way to repair the defective cap you have to buy the whole fuel rail from the dealer for $300 just for the part. I think that is not only ridiculous but dangerous & an obvious problem with other chyrsler vehicles & yet nothing has been done.

Filed Mar 6, 2005 · Transmission · 62,000 miles · LA

Transmission failure at 62000. Dealership in hammond, la would not work with me to replace. Had it replaced at an independent repair shop at the cost $2300.00 .

Filed Dec 23, 2003 · Transmission · 62,823 miles · VA

Early transmission failier. 1997 dodge ram 1500 slt. Mileage: 62823. Automatic transmission dealership requested transmission replacement. Torque converter lock up and metal in fluid pan was diagnosis.

Filed Oct 3, 2002 · Transmission · WA

Transmission failed two weeks after routine service (fluid change, new filter, band adjustment). Had no previous driveability problems before service. Fluid level and condition checked monthly since truck was purchased (new) in march, 1997. Mr

Filed Aug 31, 2002 · Transmission · MO

This is the second complete transmission failure on this vehicle. The first failure was at 66174 miles. So the factory replacement lasted only 1335 miles. This truck is used primarily for transportation and driven primarily on the highway. It has rarely been used for other than very light duty use and even then the manufactures recommended limits have never been exceeded. The first incidence of transmission failure was reported due to the inability of the dealer to diagnose the problem after four repair trips and until catastrophic failure of the transmission. The replacement transmission also completely failed and had to be replaced within 1335 miles.

Filed Sep 28, 2001 · Transmission · CA

Dodge replaced the first transmission at 24000 miles, at 48000 the transmission failed again. They claimed it was aout of warranty and charged me $1500. The very day it left the dealership it began to act up again. They took another look and found that the transmission cooling system was sporadically clogging up. They replace the radiator and so far so good. Transmissions like my model have been failing on many dodges. Nobody has done anything about it. If you have a problem feel free to call me at [xxx]. Ask someone who drives a 1997 dodge ram 1500 (gas) if they have had a problem.*ak parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 3, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · NY

After replacing transmission, transmission failed again. Consumer was driving approximately 65mph and vehicle just gradually started slowing down. Consumer coasted to side of road with engine still running, but not able to go in any gears. Transmission was replaced 1-22-00. *ak vehicle experiences several transmission problems, there have been recalls amongst the repairs, driveshaft broke while driving, consumer states that chrysler corp has no records of a transmission being sent to new country dodge where the replacement took place, transfer case was retorqued, consumer had taken vehicle to dealer many times prior to complete transmission failure and dealer could not remedy problems. Clunking noise under vehicle, dealer replaced front swaybar links. O2 sensor replaced. Consumer stated at times he hadto hit the starter with a hammer to get it to work, ignition coil failed, and battery failed. Vehicle stalls when coming to a stop, check engine light illuminated. Excessive amounts of fuel used, distributor cap was replaced, vehicle also backfiring. Brakes grinding, front brake pads were metal to metal, rotor was scored badly, dealer replaced front pads and both rotors.

Filed Oct 15, 1998 · Electrical, Engine · AZ

Transmission failed, replacement experiencing same failures, excessive vibration resulting in components loosening.