1996 Dodge RAM 2500 suspension problems

Filed Feb 10, 2020 · Steering, Suspension · 176,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at speeds of 45-55 MPH, the vehicle experienced severe front end shakes and vibration when driving over grooved pavement. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer urness motors (505 cherry heights road, the dalles, or. 97058) and the manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 176,000. *dt*jb*dt consumer asks for safety recall and stated he could not drive on open freeway.

Filed Jul 7, 2016 · Steering, Suspension · 254,762 miles · MN

Death wobble

Filed Sep 1, 2013 · Steering, Suspension · 203,000 miles · SC

I was driving down the road doing about 55mph and all of a sudden started to have a bad vibration. It caused the whole truck to shake. I pulled over and looked under it and all around it but found nothing. I continued to drive it and it drove fine. Every time it gets around 55 it starts the shaking. I keep finding online that it is called the "death wobble" and that there have been multiple cases.

Filed Jan 31, 2006 · Suspension · 236,000 miles · CA

I have a 1996 dodge ram 2500 4x4 with 5.9l turbo diesel. The front passenger side spring/shock tower is ripping from the frame, driver side is cracked. Dodge will do nothing be cause it doesn't fall within their recall dates. Safety recall no.835. This as far as I am concerned means nothing, my vehicle was built early summer of 1995, not sure exactly. This is a big problem I am without a vehicle. Chrysler told me to file a complaint, and so I am. [xxx]. Thanks, [xxx]. *nm updated 07/17/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Apr 5, 2005 · Suspension · 102,000 miles · IL

Recall campaign 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Vehicle was making a clunking noise while driving over bumps, pot holes or uneven road surface. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and mechanic determined that both upper ball joints needed to be replaced. Manufacturer was contacted. Manufacturer informed the consumer that his vehicle probl was not covered under a recall.

Filed Mar 18, 2003 · Suspension · 58,000 miles · NH

Dodge ex cab 2500 4x4 shakes violently on the highway, just aligned by the dealer I was told it was a normal dodge problem and had something to do with the factory front end parts.

Filed Mar 21, 2002 · Suspension · IN

Front axle shimmies and vibrates violently at highway speeds. Vehicle has been inspected. Pleas provide additional information.

Filed Jan 17, 2002 · Suspension · OR

When braking vehicle pulls hard to the left. Dealer has been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Oct 23, 2000 · Suspension · NH

When truck is being driven at 65 MPH, and a bump in the road is hit, driver's side front wheel bounces out of control. This has been an ongoing problem for over a year. Dealereship is not able to duplicate this problem. Please provide any furhter information.

Filed Apr 12, 2000 · Electrical, Suspension · CA

Front coil spring broke, which caused front end to drop. There is a recall for this problem, but this vehicle is not included although it has the same problem. Also, occupant received a recall for the wiring harness which he never had repaired, and lost the recall notice. Manufacturer stated that this vehicle was not included in wiring harness recall. Also, 5th gear quit for the second time, first time covered under extended warranty, this time owner must pay for repair. Chrysler has issued an updated nut for this problem. *ak