2006 Dodge RAM 1500 acceleration problems

Filed May 31, 2018 · Acceleration, Suspension · 177,000 miles · OH

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 25, 2018 · Acceleration · 11,448 miles · KS

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 30, 2018 · Acceleration, Brakes · 130,000 miles · VA · crash

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, 11409 washington hwy, ashland, va 23005, (804) 798-6071) was also unable to determine the cause of the failure. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency 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.

Filed Mar 21, 2018 · Acceleration · 130,000 miles · VA · crash

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 21, 2015 · Acceleration, Airbags · WV

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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.

Filed Sep 14, 2015 · Acceleration · 145,000 miles · CA · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While pulling into the driveway and depressing the clutch, the vehicle suddenly surged forward and crashed into the garage door. No injuries were reported and no police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v795000 (electrical system) was received in april of 2015. The failure mileage was 145,000.

Filed Sep 12, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 100,000 miles · AZ

Stalls radomly while driving at high speeds, at red light, durring city driving.

Filed Jul 27, 2015 · Acceleration · 104,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle started to shake violently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the accelerator pedal needed to be depressed harder to stabilize the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 104,000.

Filed Dec 25, 2014 · Acceleration, Steering · 83,500 miles · TX

Rear axle pinion nut came out causing the drive shaft to fall out and the rear differential to freeze up. This happened with no noise or notice while driving at 65 MPH on the interstate.

Filed Apr 28, 2014 · Acceleration · NC

2006 dodge ram 1500. Consumer writes in regards to electronic throttle system problems. *smd the consumer stated 4 months ago, the vehicle would not start, and it was towed to a repair shop. Upon his return, he was informed there was nothing wrong. The problem returned again, and the throttle control warning light illuminated.