1999 Dodge RAM 1500 engine problems

Filed Oct 8, 2017 · Engine, Transmission · 42,000 miles · SC

My truck just cut off wouldnt start back run straight wire from ignition changed ignition relay nothing next run straight wire from relay to battery it started up I have no o/d and have to shift by hand sometimes truck stalls but starts right back up been this way since 2010 truck has 55000 miles on it.

Filed Jul 29, 2015 · Engine, Suspension · 200,000 miles · MI

Am on third engine each time oil pump failed,and now this one is acting up, powertrain end of year built truck has a lot of 2000 parts on it, rear end seized up drive shaft broke rear yoak split in two, suspension tie rods and idle arms always breaking, two break disks 1 left side 1 right side broke, left one split right down the middle, the right side the center of the hub broke right out at the bearings riped right out

Filed Apr 8, 2015 · Body, Brakes · 168,859 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly stalled. After restarting the engine, the vehicle would operate as normal. The contact also indicated that the headlights would intermittently dim and the rear passenger side tail light failed causing the bulb to be replaced. In addition, the contact indicated that when applying the brakes, the vehicle would sometimes jerk forward and a section of the dashboard would detach and fall to the floor. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 168,859.

Filed Jun 30, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 70,000 miles · CA

Ignition and key are defective. Ignition key can be removed from vehicle ignition during vehicle operation. Ignition key fell out of ignition while driving. Ignition key can be removed from ignition while vehicle is running and in motion. Vehicle sometimes does not need the key in the ignition to start the engine. If the vehicle is running the key can be very easily pulled out of the ignition assembly, the key just slips right out of the ignition. Chrysler has been notified and their response is the vehicle is out of warranty. I asked chrysler customer service to forward the complaint to a higher up person in chrysler and was told that after my phone call, that was the end of the issue and chrysler takes no responsibility for the problem concerning a defective ignition switch. I spoke to chrysler customer service at (800) 334-9200. The approximate incident date is approximate and the problem started six years ago and the problem is ongoing through today. An internet search yields countless other complaints for the same subject matter. The condition is unsafe and please look into the problem. Thank you.

Filed Jul 9, 2010 · Engine · 93,728 miles · CA

Soft metal around pistons caused engine to fail and I had to replace the engine.

Filed Sep 2, 2009 · Engine · 70,000 miles · AL

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 1500. The stated that he had to replace the water pump due to leakage. Three years later the shaft bearing in the water pump failed, which caused the serpentine belts to break. Engine failure while driving increases the risk of vehicle crash. He speculates that the water pump housing has been sand glassed. He then added that the water pump material was aluminum, which eventually degrades and causes the failure. He replaced the water pump again but the repair was insufficient. The failure mileage 70,000. The current mileage is 147,000.

Filed Jul 2, 2009 · Engine · 59,800 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 1500. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle finally restarted after several attempts. Prior to the failure, the oxygen sensors and temperature gauge were replaced. The contact called the dealer again and they attempted to schedule an appointment for a diagnostic. The failure and current mileages were 59,800.

Filed Aug 20, 2008 · Engine · OH

While hauling approx. 4000lbs horse trailer, the vehicle lost power and I was barely able to keep the truck traveling at 20mph. I took it in for service and it was determined that the catalytic converter had failed, resulting in a blockage of the exhaust system. Apparently, chrysler had recalled 1.9 million of these catalytic converters because of the exact problem, but after I contacted chrysler, they said my VIN was not part of the recall. I spent over $800 to replace miscellaneous exhaust components as a result of this failure.

Filed Jan 17, 2007 · Brakes, Engine · 100,000 miles · AR

Tl* - the contact stated that when she got into her 1999 dodge ram 1500 (failure mileage: 100000) the seat belts were retracted and locked. The contact took the vehicle to the shop and they notified her of the recall on the retractor. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that they were not aware of the recall and asked her to make an appointment. *jb updated 2/22/2007 - both front seat belt were locked in the retracted position and could not be used. The seat belt light is illuminated on the dash. The water pump has been replaced. The air conditioning has been replaced. The brake lines have been replaced. The rear end has been replaced. The driver's side window would not roll down.

Filed May 20, 2006 · Engine · 98,000 miles · GA

I own a 1999 dodge ram regular truck with short bed and it accelerated while I was driving on a highway. At first I thought I hit the cruise control by mistake, but I checked and cruise the light was off. It engine kept ramming and hitting high speeds and I could not stop the vehicle and I almost crashed into other cars. I managed to pull off at an exit and put on the brakes as hard as I could, but it did not stop the truck. Eventually, I had to put the car in park while driving. Eventually the car stopped and I immediately turned off the engine. My mother (who was visiting me and haven't seen in 5 years) was frightened. And so was I. I checked the coolant and it had ran out. It was just checked a few weeks ago. I had it rechecked and it had no leaks. Anyway, I eventually walked to a gas station and bought more coolant (figuring this had to be the problem). It did not help the situation immediately. I waited for 30 minutes and tried starting the car once more and it was okay and I drove off. I called the dodge dealership and they told me to bring it in. Will it cost me if the problem is under recall?