2006 Dodge RAM 1500: adaptive cruise control problems

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 Aug 17, 2015 · Brakes, Suspension · 11,135 miles · FL

Suspension/brakes: front end wheel bearing vibration/rubbing noise. Replaced several sets of worn tires after spending $189.00 through firestone for lifetime alignments/tire balance/rotations the constant rubbing vibration noise have not alleviated. Brake rotors warped & replaced because of the issue with the pitman arm & front wheel bearings. Chrysler recall campaigns f05, g02, n62, the federal safety agency campaign 13v528000, 10e040000, 10e013000, 07v038000, 06v038000. Front wheel bearings still noisy, front end vibration still present & alignments constantly necessary. Service bulletins 08-004, 41, & 1900805 related to suspension steering part of this issue. Electrical: ignition key locking up & unable to turn the key to start the vehicle. Had to forcibly turn or wiggle the steering wheel, which is locked, in order to get the key to turn. Numerous occasions had to leave the vehicle & return in the future to attempt to turn the ignition key. Turn signal (service bulletin 08-002-12) flashes & intermittent wipers operate incorrectly. Sudden flashing back & forth of signals has almost caused car crashes on numerous occasions. Intermittent wipers stop suddenly at mid windshield point obstructing view. Both operated from the same left handle. Cruise control surges constantly when engaged. Numerous occasions surged suddenly on a hill or bridge almost causing loss of control. Tachometer shows anywhere from 0 to 250 RPM when stopped & has caused stalling of the engine. Operating the vehicle at speed (55mpm for instance), it only shows 1000rpm. During the period of ownership had to replace 3 batteries. This seems excessive for the age of the vehicle. Therefore, considering all the electrical related issues there must be a defect since all of these problems still exist. Service bulletin 5015 related to electrical systems are also parts of this issue.

Filed Jun 12, 2013 · Acceleration · 81,817 miles · MO

As I was driving down flat pavement, my truck accelerated on it's own. I pulled my foot off the pedal and it continued to accelerate at the same speed for approximately fifteen seconds. I was not using the cruise control and it was not wet weather, so there were dry driving conditions. I drive a peterbilt truck for a living and I transport cars, and trucks of all size and makes, so I know what is not right for a vehicle engine. I would like to see dodge take responsibility for this and be able to have this looked at by a trained dodge mechanic. My wife is frightened to drive this truck now and we have our son who rides in this truck too. Sure would like to see them in a safe vehicle, was hoping dodge was it.

Filed Sep 22, 2010 · Acceleration · 77,204 miles · VA

When the cruise control is turned on and set (above 30 MPH) it continues to increase in speed until reaching over 100 MPH. I took the vehicle to greenbrier dodge in chesapeake virginia, and they were unable to find anything wrong with the vehicle based on their computers. When driven, they had the same problem, but could not find a problem on their computers. The problem was then brought to dodge and assigned a case manager. On 23 sept 10, I was informed that this is not a safety concern by my case manager tina, and advised that dodge could be of no further assistance with this issue.