2006 Dodge RAM 1500: loss of power steering

Filed Dec 17, 2023 · Electrical · MO

I was adjusting the steering wheel and the power completely shuts off. I had no steering power.

Filed Feb 13, 2022 · FL

Ignition key switch - available for inspection The key can be accidently turned back to the accessory position while driving, resulting in loss of steering and power. This has happened twice while driving. The 2nd occurrence I was able to immediately turn the key forward to the run position and regain steering / power to the vehicle. I can reproduce the issue at will, though it has not been brought to a dealer or independent service center to be confirmed. This issue has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police or insurance representatives.

Filed May 12, 2021 · Fuel system · 85,000 miles · GA

Stalls at stops, slow speeds (especially when braking downhill) only when gas tank has been completely filled (full). Loss of steering and brakes.

Filed Sep 5, 2020 · Steering · 36,650 miles · TX

9-02-2020, power steering failure, very hard to steer, can't drive like that. Was driving when happened. Went to repair shop 9-04-2020 had power steering pump pulley replaced, for $186.42.

Filed Apr 23, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 71,000 miles · NJ

When coming to a stop or turning the engine shuts off. No power steering or brakes when this happens. Also shuts of when slowing down to turns. No check engine light and no diagnostic codes. Dealer has had the vehicle for over 2 weeks now. It has died at least 15 times in the last 4 months. I almost hit a vehicle and curbs.

Filed Mar 19, 2013 · Steering · 38,674 miles · NM

Noticed vehicle steering had slack and jerked the steering wheel from side to side all the sudden. Took vehicle to family mechanic who inspected the vehicle and said he did not seen any external damage however he could tell there was slack in the steering and possible something with the tie rods or hub of drivers side on vehicle. He knew there was a current recall on the dodge models concerning the steering linkage and tie rod assembly and also the gearbox shaft pitman. We researched the recalls and found that it covered the 2500 series in the 4x4 so took to our local dodge dealership and they stated the recall did not cover our 1500 megacab 4x4 series vehicles even though they have the 2500 series parts under them. We scheduled immediate repair of the vehicle in order to prevent having a frontal crash or loss of steering of the vehicle. Chrysler advised us to file complaint since we were not able to claim the cost under recall. I believe that the federal safety agency should review and expand recall on all dodge models with the steering problem and issue recall on any parts that are related to the steering or linkage from the 2500 series.

Filed Oct 17, 2009 · Engine · 111,012 miles · LA

I have two complaints. I will start with the serious one first. While driving my 2006 dodge ram truck down the interstate, it suddenly shut down. I had no power steering. This was a very dangerous situation trying to steer over to the emergency lane. Once over I put the vehicle in park, and it started up, like nothing happen. This happen twice within 2years. I see that the same complaint was filed by another dodge owner(#10270010). Im taking my truck to the dealer tomorrow to see what the problem is. The second complaint is the rear middle seat belt locks up and will not release. I see this is also a problem with other owners. Complaint #'s 10248480, and 10237215. These problems, especially the first should put on a recall list.