2006 Dodge RAM 1500 transmission problems

Filed Feb 6, 2026 · Transmission · 150,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, oil stains were found on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact checked underneath the vehicle and became aware that the rear axle pinion nut was loose. The axle pinion nut was tightened. The contact stated that the oil stains on the ground persisted. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V796000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Filed Oct 23, 2025 · Transmission · FL

The pinion nut loosen up causing the pinion to lock down into the ring gear and locked the rear axle housing, ejecting the drive shaft.

Filed Sep 19, 2025 · Electrical, Suspension · IA

Several safety-critical systems on my vehicle are failing, and the symptoms match existing recalls shown on Kelley Blue Book for my VIN. However, the manufacturer (Dodge/Stellantis) shows only 4 recalls, all marked completed — despite ongoing issues. 1. ABS / Brake System: The ABS warning light is on continuously, indicating a malfunction in the ABS control module. This disables anti-lock braking, increasing the risk of skidding or loss of control during emergency stops. KBB shows a recall for this issue, but Dodge says it’s either not open for my VIN or already completed. The ABS light has remained on since 2. Front Wheel Bearing: There is a grinding noise and vibration from the front wheel area, suggesting a worn or failing wheel bearing. This poses a risk of steering loss or wheel detachment. No warning lights have appeared for this issue. 3. Transfer Case / 4WD: The 4WD system intermittently fails to engage or disengage, sometimes with clunking noises or jerking. This can cause unpredictable handling or loss of traction. Issue is still ongoing. 4. Electrical System: Intermittent electrical issues include random warning messages, dimming lights, and occasional no-starts. These affect essential safety systems and match known electrical recalls. These issues have not been confirmed by a dealer but are ongoing and present serious SAFETY risks. I believe my vehicle may have been incorrectly excluded from applicable recalls or that prior recall work was not properly completed. These components are available for inspection.

Filed Feb 26, 2024 · Transmission · AR

Rear axle pinion nut was loosening and pinion was leaking.I had this happen on another 2006 RAM 1500 where the nut backed all the way off and the drive shaft hit the road.

Filed Aug 13, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · PA

I was driving and the rear drive shaft fell out of the truck and the rear locked up making the truck undrivable. I heard this is a common problem in dodge rams and it is definitely a safety issue and there should be a recall to address this reoccurring problem that can cause a loss of life or life threatening accident

Filed Mar 15, 2023 · Electrical, Transmission · 168,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate after the vehicle was idling, the vehicle inadvertently stalled without warning. The failure occurred intermittently and became more frequent. The vehicle was lunging forward while idling and was shifting hard while driving. The contact stated that the coil pack relay might have malfunctioned. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the main fuse box under the hood had exposed fuses and the box was easily accessible. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic and the fuel pump was replaced. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.

Filed Oct 12, 2021 · Airbags, Transmission · TX

Muy loose in diferencial damage back drive Axel i diferencial

Filed Aug 12, 2021 · Transmission · MA

I was driving down a street heard a pop then my truck slid side to side as I was trying to get control of the truck and then it lifted off the ground. And it came to a complete stop. Parts of the vehicle were on the road with transmission fluid. The mechanic I go to says the whole back rear end needs to be replaced. Everything

Filed Mar 3, 2021 · Transmission · 163,000 miles · CA

I have tipm problems where I had to disconnect the plug connections and replug. Then I was told by a 20 year dodge ram certified mechanic to actually beat on the outside of the box the tipm was in. I was stranded for 3 days not being able to start my truck. The beating part worked to get me on the road again. He said it needs replacing. I found several small companies that have started business exclusively to repair dodge ram tipm units. They all have different levels of repair options and costs. If that alone doesn't disclose a need for a recall I'm not sure if anything else could. I'm disabled and alone and isolated in the desert for covid when this problem started last week on the last tuesday in feb 2021 and called the indio ca dodge service on saturday to schedule repair to the tipm when the mechanic advised me of the beating technique which has worked since that sat. My truck has experienced issues since I purchased it showing multiple different codes yet none really affecting the general performance. Other then lights on and not passing smog the truck was running decent with bad gas mileage. Now it's remained with varied check lights and codes have since changed since the beating. It appears that dodge has this tipm problem with many of it's lines within the entire network of related vehicals. In my case I was out of food, ice, gas for heat in freezing temps and 70+ MPH winds with no vehical to use. I'm 70 this year and it was not a fun few days. I bought the truck the end of summer 2020. I've purchased several parts and products at auto suppliers and also several used parts at pull your own part places. I think dodge knows this is a huge issue that they should be recalling but since they aren't forced to and people pay for parts and repairs their actually profiting from their own faulty parts and laughing all the way to the bank while people suffer

Filed Oct 31, 2020 · Transmission · 164,000 miles · NY

Rear end differential broke while I was braking down the road and was unable to get out of the way of traffic. Vehicle does not move.