The bushings are bad in the truck. Cause shaking while breaking, uneven tread wear on tires, and truck never has a good alignment. Also trying to replace them, the bushings are seized to the bolts. Needing a torch or grinder to remove. Very bad design that needs to be noticed and fixed.
2006 Dodge RAM 1500 suspension complaints
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My dodge truck is becoming unsafe to drive. I bought new tires, had alignments for my steering done, balance of tires, rotation of tires, new brakes, new shocks, and now I have to take it to the dealer to get a known "concern" taken care of and pay out of my pocket once again. I have spent over $2,500 dollars of my own money trying to fix a known "concern" that chrysler knows about. Now I have to take it to the dealer and pay $70.00 just to get it looked at, and then pay for whatever fix chrysler has to do. Why is this happening and not getting fixed?
Traveling 50 to 70 miles an hour and applying the brakes truck shakes from side to side (death wobble). Replaced brake pads, rotors, and spindles but problem persists.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, a humming noise emitted from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the hub assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 99,000. Updated 12/30/14*lj updated 05/27/2015
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the front driver's side of the vehicle exhibited a very loud, abnormal noise. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was advised that the hub assembly needed to replaced. The contact spoke with the manufacturer in regard to the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v038000 (suspension) for the hub assembly and bearing nut, but was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign. The failure and the current mileages were 52,456.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, he noticed a grinding and squeaking sound coming from front driver's side wheel bearing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.
While traveling on interstate at ~ 65 MPH, I hit a series of bumps that caused the front suspension to shake violently. This only subsided after slowing to < 35 MPH and (fortunately) avoiding a crash. After doing some research, this is consistent with "death wobble". I am amazed that there is not a recall regarding this issue. I had new ball joints and tie rod ends installed ~ 6 months ago.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while taveling 50 MPH the driver side front wheel detached from the vehicle. The contact stated the everything came off and all that could be seen was the axle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for repair. The dealer stated that the control arm, tie rod, caliber, rotors and bearings among other parts needed to be replaced. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage and current mileage was 82,000.
Hi, well I begin as a guy who loves trucks we bought a dodge ram 06' 1500 mega cab heavy duty,now the mega cabs r 1500's on a 2500 hd chassis. My dodge ram started doing the death wobble about 1year ago give or take. I have replaced the pitman arm and the tie rods and no difference. I am begging to think this is a factory issue because I hear cases by the dozen on youtube and people do not seem to know what the issue is. My family & I have almost been in numerous accidents luckily god was watching over us. I recently got into a pretty horrible death wobble in my truck,it was so intense that my muffler ripped right off the truck. If chrysler is saying that is not a recall that we have fix it our selves,well that's crap because obviously it looks like a defective part in my truck. My truck is dangerous to be driving like that and I hope this becomes a recall because its not just me it's a couple hundred,who knows now how many. Thank you for your time.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated while turning the steering wheel the front end made a grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated the failure was located in the front wheel bearings. The manufacturer stated the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v038000 suspension: front: wheel bearing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 41,000 and the current mileage was 43,000.
There is a (tsb 02-001-07 rev. A) that calls out a shudder, braking, shimmer... Blah blah blah... On level ground and certain speeds. My issue is not on level ground, my problem exist on decline of 7% when the brake is applied very slightly the front brakes or front suspension shudders, and shakes so violently that the entire truck and the steering wheel is out of control, if you grab to tight on the steering wheel you may over correct your steering and eventually could cause you to overturn your vehicle. There is no excuse for this, I have had my rotors changed, brakes changed, tires balanced, and rotated but the problem still exists. I am telling you that this is a very dangerous situation for anyone to be in. I would love to take the owner of the dodge co. And his family for a ride. I will almost guarantee that something would get done about this issue. Rotors should last for more than 6 months, but the truck is violently out of control and too dangerous for me to allow my wife or other family members to drive this vehicle until it is fixed or I sell it. Once I sell it I will not purchase another dodge product again, I am tired of wasting my time and money on this issue. I am tired of the dealerships giving me the run around and oh it;s your rotor are quote "warped" un-quote is how it is documented on my paperwork..
Started hearing a low howling noise in my front end when going around curves in the road, it progressively got louder after a couple weeks to a grinding sound,took it to the dealer where I bought it performance dodge, woodbury, nj. They stated that both front wheel bearings were bad. I told the service manager that I heard there was a recall on my year model for that very reason, he stated that he never heard of it, I informed him of the reason for the recall, and his answer was that my truck was 6 years old and those things wear out. I said are you crazy the truck has only 38000 miles on it, his answer was it was a good thing I purchased a extened sevice contract. It cost me $107.00 deductable.I called chrysler and was told there was no recall on my truck.this was my first chrysler product and if this is how they stand behind there product, when they were aware that there was a problem at the factory it will be my last. My truck should have been part of that recall, just like many others that were not.I will be trading it in for a ford next year. Now I know why the govt. Had to bail chrysler out so many times.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact heard a loud grinding noise coming from the front passenger side wheel bearing while driving. In addition, when activating the right turn signal, the left turn signal would illuminate and when she activated the left turn signal, the right turn signal would illuminate. Sporadically, both turn signals would become inoperable. The dealer advised the contact that her VIN was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v038000 (suspension:front:wheel bearing ) and offered no further assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. No repairs were performed nor was the vehicle diagnosed for the failure. The current and the failure mileages were 69,579.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500 quad cab. The contact was driving 40 MPH when the vehicle started to vibrate and a clunking noise emitted from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that both front driver and passenger side wheel bearings needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised that the VIN did not qualify for repairs under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v038000 (suspension:front:wheel bearing ). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 43,966 and the current mileage was 65,453.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 55 MPH there was a humming sound and a vibration in the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated the front wheel bearing suspension unit had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated the front left tire separated from the vehicle due to the hub assembly and wheel bearing. While driving 5 MPH the tire snapped off and rolled underneath the truck. The mechanic inspected the vehicle and informed her due to the lack of grease on the wheel bearing it caused the hub assembly to pop the wheel off. The manufacturer was contacted and informed her that the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v038000; suspension: front: wheel bearing recall does not include her VIN. The manufacturer offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 08/31/11*lj updated 2/9/2012
Suspension, wheel bearing failure 5/26/11 2006 ram 1500 started as a loud howling noise, ranged from 25 >70mph then went to a grinding noise with a vibration in turns mainly right hand out of warranty 68000 mile, paid big bucks to dealer to replace left frt bearing assembly, it had failed, found a recall 07v038000 had been done when trucks were built for same issue, manufacture states truck was just a couple months out of recall period recall time11/7/05 and 4/27/06, factory tag on truck shows mfg date of 06/06 sorry for your luck, have found so far 19 more just like mine since the recall has happened that has filed with ?the federal safety agency? How many has not, knowing there is a national problem , how many close calls or fatality?s must happen before the federal safety agency takes notice that it allowed dodge to short change this recall, 07v1038000 needs brought back with amendments, replace without prejudice note- dealer was asked during repair how many of these that has had a problem, answer very few to none was the answer, ouch at time of the recall over 38000 vehicles is considered only a few ??
2006 dodge ram 1500. Original recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v038000 suspension: front: wheel bearing in 2007, chrysler stated that recall work was completed on defective wheel bearing. On may 10, 2011 the wheel bearing failed again, due either to defective manufacturing or improper repair. This is a major safety concern that could result in loss of vehicle control and crash. It did no good for chrysler to replace defective parts in a recall with another defective part that was going to fail. This defect should be considered another safety recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500 quad. The contact stated that the front right wheel hub assembly was separated from the vehicle. Both the dealer and manufacturer advised the contact that her vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v038000 (suspension:front:wheel bearing ) and offered no further assistance. No repairs were performed. The current mileage was 44,027 and the failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Dodge 1500 06 tie rod failures.. About every 30000 miles I am having to replace tie rod ends due to the lack of factory lube points..(no zerk fitting per dealer reason for failure).....the looser it got the harder it is to control at breaking...
2006 dodge ram 1500 currently has 63,000 miles. Has had the front struts replaced 3 times, motor was replaced, transmission has been replaced, rack and pinion has been replaced, ball joints have been replaced countless times, tie rods have been replaced, wheel bearings have been replaced approx a yr ago and are defective again. Currently waiting for them since there on nationwide back order the dealership claims. All of these have been under warranty. But I have spent countless $$$ on tires and having to rent a vehicle while this on is in the garage constantly.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact was driving approximately 10 MPH and applying the brakes when the vehicle began to vibrate and shake violently. A certified mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and informed the contact that the failure was contributed to both front wheel bearings. The vehicle was inoperable and was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact was traveling 75 MPH when the contact noticed that the vehicle suddenly began to vibrate abnormally and sway from left to right. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact had the tires balanced and rotated. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the contact was informed that the tie rod, suspension bar and steering damper would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage was 70,000 and the failure mileage was 69,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving above 35 MPH, there was a rumbling noise and a vibration in the steering wheel and throughout the entire vehicle. The failure was constant. A previous owner had recall 07v038000 (suspension:front:wheel bearing) repair performed but the failure continued to occur. The contact took the vehicle to an authorized dealer who stated that the recall repair would only be performed one time. The dealer stated that the wheel bearing caused the failure to occur but the repair parts were on backorder. The manufacturer offered no assistance. The current mileage was approximately 50,000. The current mileage was approximately 30,000.
2006 dodge ram 1500,steering wheel shakes & truck pulls when brakes applied. Brakes back & front changed rotors & pads. Same condition. This condition was reported june 15/07 7 tie rod ends changed & brakes. The second set of brakes have been installed checked tie rods defective & sloppy on second set. Vehicle has 71727 km`s & dodge will not change tie rod ends saying truck is out of warranty period. Checking used 2006 to 2008 dodge rams have had tie rods changed. Suspect chrysler dodge does not want to advertise this defect with recall because after tie rods changed alignment is required.
My 2006 dodge 4x4 mega cab is wobbling all over the road @ speeds of 50 + MPH I have installed new shocks , front damper and a new pitman arm , what's to be done next????
Under normal driving conditions truck developed a noise and vibration. Dealer reported front wheel bearing was bad. This was replaced at 10,000 miles under previous safety recall in early 2007. Current mileage is 42,000. I have the old part.
My 2006 ram 1500 2 wheel drive, big horn edition shakes while braking at approximately 70 MPH until it slows to approximately 55 MPH. Noone can find the problem. The truck shakes so badly, it feels like the front end is going to shake off! I have replace all 4 tires, had wheels balanced, replaced all 4 rotors, brakes, calipers, inner and outer tierods, front wheel hubs, shocks and the truck still shakes so bad that im scared I will be thrown into oncoming traffic if I had to stop fast.... I cannot find the problem and no one, not even the dealer can find the cause!
I am having wheel bearing problems with my truck it is a 2006 dodge ram 1500. I see that you made a recall for the year of my truck and all the problems you stated I am having problems with it. The subsequent noise and vibration out of the front end. I have missed the recall by just about two weeks of the recall of the 2006 dodge ram trucks. My truck was built on oct/11/2005 and the recall started on trucks built on nov/17/2005. I only have 50,000 miles on my truck and I have replaced one and the other one is going out less then 1,000 miles after replacing the one.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact was driving approximately between 55-65 MPH on normal road conditions. There was a loud grinding noise coming from outside of the vehicle. The steering wheel began to vibrate excessively. The driver was able to continue in operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. There was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v038000 (suspension:front:wheel bearing). The recall remedy was performed on the vehicle. However, the technician refused to replace the front wheel bearings. The identical failures progressed. Currently, the vehicle is inoperable. The vehicle has not been repaired at this time. The failure mileage was 3,000.
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