When raining the engine misfires to the point of stalling the engine and when hitting the gas the engine will big down when idleing for more that 10 minutes the engine idles rough and begins to putter and stahls out. The rear differential but came loose causing the pinion gear to shift which had resulted in a loud whirling sound when driving at any speed and gets louder when the faster the truck goes and also clunks when coming to a stop. When hitting the brake pedal the front passenger blinker/running light illuminates. Front driver side wheel bearing consistently fails after 8,000-20,000 miles causing a loud humming noise and causing me tons of money. Check engine light comes on telling me to check gas cap even though I've replace it twice now which leads me to believe there is a engineering defect and also through the code for misfire in cylinder 7 even though I've replaced the spark plugs and coils after the code was generated and it went if for about 4 weeks and came back on. I'm conclusion I believe chrysler is knowingly selling unsafe and, unreliable vehicles which end to costing the consumer thousands in repairs and time something we can't get back. This has been happening since 20,000-40,000 miles into owning the vehicle. My vehicle was manufactured 05/2005 but is titled as a 2006 dodge ram 1500 slt crew cab
2006 Dodge RAM 1500 transmission complaints
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Truck started rumbling that sounded like when you go over rumble strips on the freeway if I replace the rear end and it's still doing it. The second thing is the transfer case has some kind of short in it that no one can figure out driving down the road it locks in lights out periodically so I had to disengage it so it wouldn't do that so I can drive it would also go into neutral just randomly I was driving uphill when it happened and I had to replace the transmission that cost me $4,200 which I thought would fix the problem but it did not.
Transmission makes load snapping noise when shifting into any gear from park. Front brakes caliper sticking causing brakes and rotors to over heat creating sequel and massive amount of dust and vehicle is sluggish from the brakes sticking so acceleration is basically non existent. Load humming from front wheels which leads to a shimmy and eventually a shake.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving 30 MPH, the rear wheels seized and the driveshaft detached. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the gears in the crankcase were all tangled and fractured. The mechanic stated that the entire rear end and driveshaft needed to be replaced. The dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 140,000.
While driving down toll way at 70mph the drive shaft came off the pinion . The nut to hold shaft to pinion came off.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the gear shift would not shift into second or third gear. The contact mentioned that the gear shift only shifted into first gear. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
Front passenger seat seatbelt locked - cannot use. Vehicle makes humming noise while driving. Just purchased vehicle in august 2018
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving 10 MPH, the vehicle slowed down and the rear tires seized. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact engaged the 4-wheel drive in order to move the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and later taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear differential needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While the vehicle was parked, it reversed independently and stopped. The contact stated that an unknown red warning indicator illuminated on the four wheel drive selection. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact called preferred chrysler dodge jeep ram of muskegon at (231) 733-4401 (located at 3146 henry st, muskegon, mi 49441) and was informed the vehicle needed a new transfer case. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage was 230,000. The VIN was not available.
Driving on i70 pulling trailer, when rear axle pinion nut came off and locked up rearend while in heavy traffic. My truck was built in sept. 2005. They recalled over 200000 trucks built up to aug. 2005. They didnt recall enough to include mine. Came very close to crashing.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the clutch when all of a sudden the clutch sensor bearing failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the clutch fan and throwout bearing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: [xxx]. The approximate failure mileage was 189,000. *tt the consumer stated 3weeks after new clutch and fan, the transmission went out. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving 35 MPH, the rear of the vehicle seized without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the pinion gear failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer (ed voyles chrysler dodge jeep ram, 789 cobb pkwy se, marietta, ga 30060) informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v796000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed what the local dealer told the contact. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer (32536277) and was referred to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle shook and the rear differential blew out and caused the vehicle to "jump". There were no warning indicators illuminated. The dealer was contacted (burdick chrysler, dodge jeep, 5885 cir, drive e. #335, cicero, ny, 315- 699-3846) and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and also stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). The failure mileage was 36,000. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 11/01/17*lj
Tl* takata recall. The contact owned a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle shifted into four wheel drive without warning. The transfer case detached from the transmission, destroyed the park brake line, struck the fuel line, and sparked a fire. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was destroyed and was towed to a tow yard. The fire department extinguished the fire and a report was filed. A police report was also filed. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and denied responsibility based on the report of the investigators. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 15v313000 (air bags) and 16v352000 (air bags). The failure mileage was approximately 86,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
My 2006 ram 1500 suddenly dropped the driveshaft on the highway last night with no warning or noises until it just dropped from the rear differential. I was going about 70 MPH when it happened and was lucky enough to get off the interstate and slow down to about 30 MPH when the rear end locked up and I couldn't go anywhere. The pinion nut apparently backed off enough for the driveline to just fall down. I called dodge about the issue and they said there were no recalls for this problem on 2006 ram 1500 trucks.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. When the contact shifted into park and exited the vehicle, it began to roll forward. The contact was able to grab onto the bottom of the driver's door and was dragged approximately 50 feet. The contact sustained minor bruises and lacerations, but medical attention was not required. The contact heard a clicking noise coming from the transmission while the vehicle was rolling forward. The contact stated that the transmission engaged and the vehicle was stopped with the lever clearly in the park position. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 240,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 40 MPH, a loud howling noise was heard and the rear tires locked, failed to rotate, and the vehicle started to slide. The contact heard metal dragging on the road and hitting the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle finally came to a stop and the ignition was turned off. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed fluid leaking underneath, and part of the drive shaft was hanging from the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The police was notified, but a report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The contact stated that several unknown dealers were contacted in an attempt to find parts to repair the vehicle. The contact visited the federal safety agency website and found the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v796000 (power train) for the 2005 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that he was experiencing the same failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
Strange vibration in suspension system when reaching speeds between 50 - 70 MPH. I am experiencing rough riding as I excellerate to the above speeds on the highway.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle lost power without warning. The contact pulled the vehicle over, looked under the vehicle, and noticed that the driveshaft was on the ground. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear axle pinion nut detached and damaged the universal joint and transfer case. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Takata recall I get two recall notices a week about the drivers airbag, and the clutch safety switch. The passenger air bag is also under recall since july 1, 2016, but the dealer does not have the part and I do not get notices about it.
2006 dodge ram 1500 slt trx4 while driving the 4lo lights starts to flash and tries to engage 4wd without turning the switch to 4hi or 4lo. Then the light stops flashing and the service 4wd light comes on and stays on. This goes on while driving the truck at normal and highway speeds. Also the transfer case 4wd actuator motor cycles while using keyless entry to access the vehicle. If the 4lo was to activate while driving at highway speeds this could cause an accident and potential loss of life.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While unlocking the vehicle with the key fob, the vehicle started to roll away without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the totally integrated power module needed to be fully replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 22 MPH, the four wheel drive ability in the rear of the vehicle seized. Only the two front wheels were operational. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the pinion nut detached from the pinion shaft and the rear end had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the driveshaft detached from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear differential and transfer case housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 160,151. The VIN was not available.
Tamara recall I recently was driving down the highway to pick up my child from his fathers in ohio my truck. We are driving down route 8 north going 45 and all of a sudden we here this noise and shaking and the drive shaft literally just snapped off, we ran over it. We end up swirving all over the place , it locks up and won't move , I proceed to get out of the truck and pick up the pipe up off the road and the bolts are broken off in the ends . Very dangerous. Could of hurt my child and myself. I called aaa and had it towed home.
While driving at 55 MPH on the freeway, a noise and vibration occurred in the rear of the vehicle. Stopped the vehicle and found that the fluid had leaked out of the rear pinion bearing housing. Had the vehicle towed to a shop and they found that the pinion nut was loose, the pinion bearings were chewed up, the pinion gear was bent, and the rear end pinion bearing housing was scarred. Vehicle required a complete replacement of the entire rear axle assembly. This occurred at 80,000 miles. There are 17 different complaints on this the federal safety agency website about this issue for the 2006 model. Yet there is recall #14v79600 which covers only 2005 and 2009-2012 model years. Why is 2006 not covered when there have been 17 complaints of the same thing on this website alone? Please issue a recall for 2006 as well.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was brought to a stop and the rear end seized. The vehicle was towed to an unknown location where it was diagnosed that the entire rear axle assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated the approximate failure mileage was 188,000.
Hub assembly on right front broke and the right front wheel came of at highway speed
Truck only has 26,000 miles , rear deferential made whining noise while driving 55 MPH on hwy , immediately stopped truck and had towed to dealer , dealer states entire read end needs replacement
Was pulling a trailer it was 700 lbs and the drive shaft dropped out of it and tore up the whole rear-end up .it was in motion and almost wrecked us .otherwise could have been really bad
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