2008 Dodge RAM 1500 tires problems

Filed Jan 4, 2014 · Driver assistance, Steering · 125,000 miles · PA

Went to check my tire pressures and took valve stem cover off and it snapped the top of the valve stem off even with the top of the valve stem....2 other valve stem covers are also seized on the valve stems on the truck.. Called dealer and they informed me that dodge knows about this problem and they have replaced hundreds of them and the only way to replace them is to put another sensor in for 75 bucks cause they can not put regular valve stems in vehicles that have TPMS sensors in them...they have not heard of any recalls to date nor could I find any online...this is a obvious problem with many dodge vehicles with this metal valve stem and needs to be corrected.

Filed May 11, 2013 · Tires, Wheels · 48,000 miles · OH

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light began flashing indicating an problem with the system. After checking the tire pressure in all four tires and finding them to be normal I went about my driving activities. While approaching a stop light the back passenger side dipped down and I could hear the sound of a flat tiring flopping about. The tire went from perfectly fine to flat instantly. Fortunately I was traveling at a low speed and could stop safely. While changing the tire I noticed the valve was missing. Taking the tire into a local shop the mechanic handed my the TPMS sensor and told me it had fallen in, taking the valve stem with it. The sensor fell in because the retaining nut had corroded and broken off. In april 2013 the front passenger side TPMS nut cracked and caused that tire to slowly go flat. I was traveling on the interstate when the system indicated a tire problem. I pulled off and checked the tire pressure, all normal. I continued on my journey to a state highway. Once going down the highway I started to get some wobble and flat tire sounds. Pulled over and the tire was almost flat. As I was changing this tire the retaining nut broke and the sensor fell into the tire. I experienced two tire problems because of the tire pressure monitoring system sensor nuts were corroded.

Filed Feb 6, 2012 · Tires, Wheels · 34,000 miles · IN

Goodyear wrangler hp all tires cupped before 34,000 miles.

Filed Oct 10, 2011 · Tires · NM

Valve stem damaged while checking and filling tires.

Filed Jun 20, 2011 · Tires · 27,471 miles · OH

2008 dodge ram 1500 quad cab, milage: 27471, date: 5/26/11, time 7:30am, location: i475-us23, speed: 65 MPH. Original owner / original tires. Event: TPMS warning light illuminated followed abruptly by flapping sound. Struggled to maintain control and pull to side of highway. Discovered flat tire and absence of tire valve stem on left rear tire. No visible puncture to tire sidewall and/or tread. Dealer found stem/sensor inside tire. No failure to tire other than secondary damage to sidewall (unsafe). Dealer replaced TPMS sensor/valve assembly under warranty. Inspection of remaining tire valves at owners request resulted in a verbal "all ok." offered to replace tire at owners expense. *

Filed Feb 22, 2011 · Tires · 18,000 miles · KS

This is about yet another set of goodyear p27560r20 wrangler hp . Side walls split out. 18,000 miles.

Filed Jan 4, 2011 · Tires · 18,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 1500 equipped with goodyear wrangler sr-a tires, size p265/70/r17. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the sidewall on the tires blew out. The contact pulled over and noticed that the tires were p rated instead of a light truck tire. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was informed that the tires were for passenger vehicles. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the contact needed to speak with the tire manufacturer. The contact called the tire manufacturer who told him to speak with the vehicle manufacturer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 18,000.

Filed Aug 25, 2009 · Tires · 4,000 miles · NE · crash

Premature tread wear, constant leaks due to rocks, side wall wear excessive. I was avoiding a deer and turned sharply. The tire came separated from the bead causing the truck to roll over causing 7000.00 dollars damage. These tires are a joke and should not be standard equipment on a 350 horse power 4x4 truck!

Filed Apr 3, 2009 · Brakes, Lights · 120 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 1500. The contact has experienced issues with the vehicle ever since it was purchased. The headlights failed to produce the proper lighting to see at a distance. She purchased new bulbs that were installed at the dealer. In addition, the windshield wiper blade froze to the windshield and the vehicle would "jump" uncontrollably. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure and stated that the contact needed more experience driving the vehicle. She took the vehicle to the repair shop and the mechanic stated that the tires could cause the vehicle to "jump". The mechanic further stated that the ABS was located only in the rear of the vehicle; therefore, the stopping distance will increase. She informed the dealer of the mechanic's diagnosis and was advised to drive the vehicle a little longer to allow the suspension to loosen. The dealer stated that she needed to become familiar with the vehicle. The failure mileage was 120 and current mileage was 5,800.

Filed Oct 8, 2008 · Tires · 3,000 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 1500. The vehicle has goodyear wrangler sra tires. While driving, the tire warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact examined his tires and noticed that the passenger side tire was flat. The tire was taken to a tire dealer and they stated that the tires on his vehicle were designed for passenger vehicles, not light trucks. Prior to the failure, the contact had to replace several other tires on the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 3,000. Updated 12/08/08. *lj the tire detached from the rim. Updated 12/09/08