Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at highway speeds the steering would cause the vehicle to travel from one lane to another. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who advised her that the steering track bar and steering boxes failed. The vehicle was repaired. The failure occurred again within two weeks of being repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2001 Dodge RAM 2500 steering complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge 2500 diesel. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH and decelerating to 3 MPH, the steering shaft suddenly fractured causing a loss of steering. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that he needed to replace the steering shaft. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 193,000. Updated 03/24/11*lj updated 12/14/11
Problems with steering, and vibration/wobble in the front of our 2001 dodge ram 2500. No resolution as of yet. Dodge can't find the problem. Replaced track bar, but problem has returned. Steering wanders, hard to keep truck on the road. Vibration in front returned once again. I have heard there is an after market steering stabilizer that can take care of this problem. Why doesn't dodge fix it with this steering stabilizer?
Booster pump for power steering and transmission don't want to shift when drive from stop to drive into second gear.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. While driving approximately 75 MPH on normal road conditions; there was a sudden loss of steering control. Immediately, the driver stopped the vehicle and towed it to an authorized dealer. There were no prior warnings. The failure was contributed to the steering system. The contact was responsible for the repair cost of $1,933.75. The contact stated that there were safety recalls for model years 2003 to 2009 on the identical model. There was concern of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 192,175 and the current mileage was 300,000. Updated 03/30/10 *bf the consumer stated the steering failed as she was driving. The gear box, steering box and ball joints were replaced. Updated 08/18/10 *jb updated 08/23/10
Cracked dashboard leading to defective wiring and steering column problems.
2001 dodge ram 2500 dashboard cracking . Tv investigation slot shown on internet. My vehicle has the same problem - purchased new dashboard panel from dodge dealer $200. In the past year have front axle seals, water pump, power steering pump , fuel injection pump and automatic transmission failed. Repaired over $ 6400 in expense - the dash problem broke the monkey's back.
2001 dodge ram 2500 reg cab long bed pickup. Vehicle has 26,000 original miles and after major front end repairs( upper and lower ball joints, stabilizer bar links, stabilizer shock and both wheel bearings) for steering problems, the problem still exists. The truck is almost uncontrollable and wanders into oncoming traffic if constant attention and over correction of steering is not adhered too. Driving is a task and is very dangerous.
Dt*: the contact stated while making a left turn at 5 MPH, the power steering locked up. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, where the power steering rack was replaced. The power steering rack had failed. Updated 10/25/06.
My brakes and steering have failed four times on my dodge ram. I called customer service at chrysler and in both cases the representative refused to assist me. I explained to them that I have had my brakes fail four times on my dodge ram 3/4 ton truck. They said my warranty has expired and that I am 2700 miles over the warranty that is all that can be done.
I have a 2001 dodge 2500 cummins diesel 4x4 that I take immaculate care of, and have the service records to prove it. I backed out of my parking space this week when all of a sudden I realize I have no steering. I looked under my truck at the steering linkage to see what was going on and the steering gear box had broken off the frame. The bolts that hold it on had both sheered off and cracked the mounting bracket on the gear box as well. My family and I are lucky to be alive. I contacted lithia motors and told them my situation and she insisted that I have it towed to them before any warranty would be considered. I towed it out there. I showed the service manager becky brinka one of the bolts that sheered off (the other is still stuck in the frame). When I showed her the bolt, she said she would need the bolt for her diagnosis. I told her that she could look at it but I was going to keep the bolt in my possession. She immediately became rude and unhelpful. The mechanic went out to look at my truck and came back in with the diagnosis that the bolts had sheered off. The service manager then contacted the district manager about the situation. She called me back to inform me that it was my fault. I must not service the vehicle very well. At this time I pointed out that she has my service records on file for the last 4 years and to show me where I had missed anything. She then tells me that the district manager said that I would have heard a clunking noise for a long time before this happened. So, I'm towing out of their facility. I'll have someone else fix it. Meanwhile dodge gets away with murder and isn't held responsible for their safety issues. How can someone like me fight dodge? I can't get anywhere at their customer service phone#, and they are not going to give me the phone# of the district manager. What do you have to do? Take them to court? I don't have time for that and they know this. They figure I'll just go away.
Dt: consumer was driving early in the morning with a fully loaded trailer when he lost steering control and was involved in an accident. The vehicle left the road and went right through a fence causing lots of damage tothe vehicle and destroying the fence. Vehicle was still running when consumer lost steering. Consumer found that steering column had fallen apart. The shaft going from the gear box to the steering column shaft came apart. The bolt loosened and allowed for shaft to separate. The consumer was able to put the shaft back together and drove the vehicle to a garage. The consumer put lock tight on bolt and marked shaft to see if it would move again. Consumer has an accident report.
While driving at any speed driver heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front, and the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that steering column needed to be replaced.
Dodge ram 2500 series 2001, numerous problems with vehicle steering mechanisms. *bf the consumer stated he was constantly overcorrecting the vehicle left and right. The consumer had many alignments done but to no avail. It was discovered that all the ball joints needed to be replaced due to rust and no lubrication, the steering shaft and trac bar was replaced and the steering box was adjusted. The vehicle was taken to another mechanic and in his opinion alternate valve located in the steering was not performing as it should, when the mechanic removed the valve it extremely burnt from overheating. The consumer stated he no longer has any problems steering the vehicle.
Dodge ram 2500 series 2001, numerous problems with vehicle steering mechanisms. *bf the consumer stated while taking a 2 mile drive, he notice he had to constantly overcorrect to the left and then the right. The dealer replaced several componets on the vehicle to try and resolve the steering problem, the replaced all the ball joints which were severely rusted and had no grease, the steering shaft was replaced, the trac bar was replaced due to severe movement. It was finally determined that a alternate valve in the steering box was not performing as it was designed to do, when the mechanic took the valve out it was burned from overheating.
The power steering pump was also the power assist for the brake system. The consumer had no steering and no brakes. *sc
Front upper ball joints are worn out and need replacing. Truck has never been used off road and most miles are highway miles. Dealer suggested I contact dodge but when I did they refused any help. Later that evening isaw an article in the paper about dodge having ball joint recalls on durangos and dakotas.this could be related and reported.
Dodge ram 2500 series 2001, numerous problems with vehicle steering mechanisms. *bf the consumer stated the vehicle would steer in the direction of oncoming traffic in certain situations when the brakes were applied.
While driving, suddenly the truck starts drifting from side to side, without warning. Upon inspection, the consumer noticed that the shaft that comes out of the steering box is lose where the bearing is wearing out.
While making a right turn a loud knocking noise was hard coming from the rear of the vehicle. Consumer noticed that the steering wheel was hard to turn. Had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both frontal tie rods needed to be greased.
Consumer complained about steering. Vehicle had a 5 1/2 inch slack/play in the steering when driving at high speed of 50 MPH or more. Consumer took vehicle to a repair shop, and had the track bar replaced, but the problem recurred. *ak
While driving at any speed the vehicle wandered on it's own. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and took vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the gear box needed replacement.
Pulling into driveway, steering column locked-up and fuel pump went out.
While driving consumer heard a loud noise coming from the driver's side wheel. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that tie rod needed greasing.
Constant wandering of truck, constant correcting play in steering. I cannot turn steering wheel at a standstill,steering gear box and pump have been replaced under warranty. Nothing fixed the problem. The tires have been checked and are not a concern. The dealer says that is the way they are and nothing else can be done. This is a problem and needs to be addressed.
While backing out the steering wheel was hard to turn and then became loose. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic noticed that the shaft from the steering gear needed to be replaced.
While making a left turn steering wheel locked up. A few minutes later the vehicle unlocked. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic could not resolve the problem.
Steering. I purchased a used 1998 dodge 2500 with the diesel engine. The steering was very loose, with almost 1/4 turn free play in the steering wheel. The dealer said the track bar was worn out, so I replaced it but did not see any improvement. The dealer then told me there was a problem with the steering box during that year and a different type was used in 1999 due to continuous complaints about the free play in the steering. Because I felt driving a vehicle with this much free play was dangerous and I was told the proble was corrected, I traded for a new truck of the same type, buying a 2001. When new, there was not much free play. At about 20,000 miles, I had about 1/8 turn of free play in the steering wheel. This free play caused me to run out of the road on the right side after passing another vehicle then almost hit another vehicle when I came back into the road and went into the left lane. I have taken this vehicle to 2 different dodge dealers and been told there is no problem with the steering, that the free play is normal.
Steering wheel has a lot of play in it and makes the steering very difficult while driving at any speed. *ak *jb 8nm
While driving the steering bolt became loose. The steering wheel jumped around which made it difficult for the driver to steer the vehicle. Dealer notified.
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