1995 Dodge RAM 2500 acceleration problems

Filed Apr 2, 2021 · Acceleration · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 2500. The contact searched online for recalls pe VIN and found the federal safety agency campaign number: 01v037000 (vehicle speed control) as an unrepaired recall per the federal safety agency VIN search. An unknown dealer was contacted and stated that the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was then taken to landmark dodge chrysler jeep ram of marrow (6850 mt zion blvd morrow, ga 30260, 678‑251‑2270) and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Oct 14, 2016 · Acceleration · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 2500. While driving various speeds, the vehicle began to accelerate independently. When the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop and the engine continued to rev without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jul 12, 2012 · Acceleration · 275,000 miles · AR

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, he noticed that the accelerator pedal was sticking to the floor. The contact kicked the pedal and it released. The contact then shifted into neutral and shut the vehicle off. The contact looked under the hood and noticed that the throttle cable was stuck. The contact then pulled the cable back from being idled and drove home. The dealer was notified and stated that they need to inspect and replace the throttle cable and upper bell crank lever. The repairs would take a week because the parts were on back order. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 275,000.

Filed Aug 1, 2005 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · TX · crash · fire

Leaking diesel fuel lines(all listed are with original purchaser); fuel gauge failure; throttle cable wearing out.

Filed Mar 21, 2005 · Acceleration · 186,000 miles · TX

During recall repairs the mechanic discovered that cruise control cable was frayed, and suggested that it be disconnected. Manufacturer was notified , and the consumer was told that the problem was not related to the recall.

Filed Oct 6, 2004 · Acceleration, Engine · 16 miles · NE

After driving 5 or 10 minutes vehicle lost power and stalled. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and had taken it to dealer on several occasions. But problem recurred. Vehicle was under warranty. However, the warranty did not cover the problems of the vehicle, and consumer had to pay out of pocket. *ak the consumer had little control of the vehicle's steering while driving. Antifreeze leaked from the vehicle. The engine flooded and stall. The vehicle ran rough prior to reaching 75 MPH. Occasionally the serpentine belt ran crooked on the pulley and broke. The exhaust system leaked. The fuel tank was not properly fitted to the holders. The transmission leaked fluid.

Filed Jul 24, 2003 · Acceleration · 68,000 miles · NY

The vehicle experienced sudden acceleration on two occasions. Once the throttle cable became stuck and the consumer managed to pull the pedal up. The second time a lever became jammed and a mechanic had to free up the lever which was rusted. *ak *cb

Filed Dec 27, 2002 · Acceleration · WA

Prior to recall notification, consumer had the throttle cable replaced on the vehicle, however the manufacturer is refusing to reimburse consumer stating the required conditions were not met.

Filed Feb 15, 2002 · Acceleration · CA

Consumer states recall item throttle control cable broke. There is a recall (01v037000) possibly relating to the throttle cable which was not performed because the parts to perform the recall were not available. As a result, consumer was able to get an approved part and received repairs through another dodge dealership. However, when consumer requested reimbursement, manufacturer declined claim stating that replacement part was not an approved part.

Filed Feb 1, 2002 · Acceleration, Electrical · CO

Consumer took vehicle in to dealership to have recall repair work performed on vehicle, after receiving vehicle back consumer stated the radio, dome lights, map lights and door chime did not work, after vehicle was looked at, consumer was informed by dealership that when they were welding the reinforcements a spark hit the ground box.