Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the engine compartment silencer failed. The contact was aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v641000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 104,000.
2008 Dodge RAM 2500 engine complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that when attempting to drive more than 55 MPH, the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Submission from constituents re 2008 dodge ram 2500 pick up truck recall notice. (full document not imaged). *smd the consumer stated, he experienced problems with the truck for several years. Whenever he went out of town, the vehicle would severely vibrate. The problems included, the tie rods and front end issues. Finally, the problem was identified in a recall letter, he received. Also, the egr had to be replaced at a cost of $ 950.
Purchased our truck in june of 2010 from a local dodge dealer. The truck only had 23k and seemed to run okay besides getting crap gas mileage. In late october 2011 the check engine light came on but when we started it up the next morning the light was no longer illuminated.the light stayed off for about two weeks but then the vehicle started running poorly. It would randomly lose power when beginning to accelerate and make a sound almost like a backfire. The first couple of times it began to pick up speed after the initial hesitation but shortly after that the check engine light came on again and it wouldn't go above 10mph. We pulled off to the side of the road and turn it off. When the truck was restarted the light went off and it ran normally again. The truck was taken to the dealership the following day and we were told that even though our truck had less than 40k miles on it, the warranty had expired two weeks previously and they would not cover the cost to diagnose or repair it!!! We did not have the $ to do anything right then so out of desperation I began researching what could possibly be causing the issues with hopes of finding an inexpensive fix that we might be able to do on our own. This is when I learned that chrysler had issued two recalls, g30 - replace the oxygen sensor module & j35 - reprogram/update the ECM. Neither of these were mentioned to us at the dealership when we brought the vehicle nor when we brought it in with these issues and were turned away. I did find out that the re-programming and update had been completed on the truck 5/24/2010. However, I have also since read about many owners continuing to have the same issues after the required "fix" had been completed just as we have. We're left with a truck that's a hazard to drive and pray that it doesn't cut out in front of oncoming traffic while trying to get out onto a road or even worse.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while looking under hood, the engine caught fire. The fire was extinguished. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 59,472.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the vehicle would not respond to acceleration attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised that the turbo would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the contact continued to experience the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer a second time. The technician then stated that the particulator system would have to be replaced. Additionally, the exhaust system was leaking coolant. The technician advised the contact that the egr system would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 13,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge 2500. The contact stated that the exhaust pipe overheated which caused the bed of the truck to melt. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who filed a report and did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 74,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500. The contact was driving approximately 65-70 MPH when the vehicle stalled and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where they advised the contact that the converter deisel exhaust needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 40,800.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500 diesel. The contact stated that the check engine lamp illuminated. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors were defective and needed to be replaced. The remedy failed to repaired the problem. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that the turbo and egr temp tube needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 2,951 and the current mileage was 45,000.
I took my 2008 dodge 2500 into the dealer after experiencing a "pop" sensation in the front end at low speed (5-10mph). The dealer stated that both tie rod ends where worn out as well as both upper and lower ball joints. I spoke with the manager as the truck is out of warranty and he stated this was normal wear and tear. I then contacted the chrysler help line. Initially they gave the impression that they may be able to assist me with this problem. However in a return phone call, they stated they could not do anything because of the mileage. Of course I asked them how was it possible for the whole front end to be shot at 70,000 miles when it was suppose to have a heavy duty suspension as it is a diesel and the truck has never hauled any kind of weight or been off road. The other point I made with them was they know they have a problem because in order to replace the tie rod ends, you have to replace the whole assembly from the tie rod ends all the way to the pittman arm because it was redesigned. Go figure! Additionally I have had the turbo charger replaced twice because the dealer said the unit was bad. My main concern now is the steering as it is going to cost me $2500.00 to correct and I do not have that laying around.
When this diesel truck cleans it"s particulate filter I get a strong fuel smell odor in the cab when stopped at a stop light or stop sign. This cleaning of the d.p.r. Filter happens every 100 or so miles driven and last for about 20 miles. When the odor occurs my eyes burn, and I cough alot. So far the dodge dealers are unable to fix my problem. I have taken the pick up truck to two different dealers trying to get relief from this problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500 diesel. The contact stated that he would smell exhaust entering the cab of the vehicle. The odor was so overpowering that it caused irritation to the eyes and illness. The contact stated that the failure was most prominent when the heater was activated and was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 16,500 and the current mileage was 31,000.
2008 dodge ram diesel check engine light. Codes shows turbo problems. They have reprogrammed computer, cleaned the turbo twice, replaced the turbo and the check engine light keeps coming on. The truck has been in the shop for this 3 times. And total of 7 days, and back again tomorrow.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500 mega cab. When the contact attempted to accelerate, the vehicle stalled intermittently without warning. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. A complaint was filed with the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage is 41,000 and the failure mileage was 30,000. Updated 4/11/2011 *cnupdated updated 04/27/11
I purchased a new dodge ram 2500 pick-up in march 2008. Within 5 weeks, vehicle started operating poorly. Check engine light would come on, truck would lose power, heavy black smoke from exhaust. Truck was brought back to dealership eight times in first six months. Dodge stated they could find no problems with vehicle. Problems continues and escalated. Truck continues to operate erratically. It has come to the point the vehicle loses all power and just shuts down while driving on the highway. This has occurred six times between november 2009 and december 2010. This is a serious safety issue! The truck has lost power and stopped on the iha and I narrowly missed being hit by tractor trailers. Dodge still refused to take this vehicle back or even acknowledge there is a serious safety problem!! Need your help to get dodge to do something to investigate and correct problem before someone is hurt or killed. *tr updated ivoq 12/06/11
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500 diesel. The contact stated when the emission control system would load it would inhibit the vehicle acceleration capability. The contact stated that he had experienced the failure since the date of purchase. The dealer stated they performed a flash system check but did not correct the failure. The contact stated that the failure was most prominent when city driving or driving within stop and go traffic. The VIN was not accepted. The failure mileage was 1,500 and the current mileage was 12,000. Updated 01/24/11 *bf updated 03/22/11
This is the second time this problem happened in 7 months. I was sitting at a light and started to accelerate, the exhaust brake engaged and prevented me from moving forward. I was able to move by slightly depressing the accelerator a little at a time. When I approached my next traffic light, the engine RPM dropped to 500 and then shot up to 1200 rpms. When this happened the truck lurched forward and almost hit a pedestrian in the crosswalk. It also put me half way into a busy intersection. There were multiple close calls that could have caused injury or death. The truck is currently at the dealer again but I am very concerned about this issue. It seems I am not the only person this has happened to.
Vehicle has experienced sudden loss of power numerous times. Creates a hazardous safety situation when it's impossible to accelerate into/with traffic. Five attempts to repair this problem have been made since march, 2009.
Exhaust leak into cab of truck is a diesel and actually makes you ill when riding in it. 4 attempts by dealer have failed to rectify problem. I placed a co meter in cab and it went off the scale which goes to 99 ppm.
On my 2008 dodge ram 2500 diesel pickup truck sometimes when you accelerate, there is little to no response except black smoke billowing from the exhaust. You have to press the accelerator completely to the floor to get any response, and then it will only do maybe 5-10 MPH. Maximum. This happens at random times, and there seems to be no way to predict when it will happen. It happens from a stopped position, as well as accelerating to pass a vehicle at highway speeds. In the case of highway (passing a vehicle) speed, the engine will lose power, but will not completely quit. In either case, you must pull over, turn off the vehicle, and restart it for it to perform normally. This problem first began in late july, 2009. I took the truck to the dealer for repairs on august 14th. 2009. According to the work order (invoice), they replaced a particulate filter, and did a turbo test. The check engine light came back on about 3.5 miles after I left the dealer, and the truck was billowing heavy black smoke. When I took it back to the dealer for the same repair, I was told they were going to do the same thing. A new filter, and a turbo test. They did not have a filter in stock, so they did not make any repairs, and they told me they did not expect this to repair the problem anyway, as it had no affect the last time they did it. The latest incident occurred on october 8, 2009.
My husband and I bought a new 2008 dodge ram 2500 diesel a year ago. Within the first 500 miles the check engine light came on. We called the dealer and were told this was normal and not to worry, just drive the truck, stop, turn it off, restart and drive it, until the light goes off. The light turned off the next time we started the truck, so we figured it was ok, maybe we were overreacting. Well a month later it happens again, we called the dealership and were told the same thing, don't worry, just start it, drive, turn it off, and turn it back on. We took the truck in the third time this happened, they told us it was no big deal, that this was "a normal problem" and the emissions sensor just needed a cleaning, which they did. We were told when we picked it up that everything was fine, but two weeks later it happened again, we took it back to the shop and they cleaned the sensor again. Right after we got the truck back, we had absolutely no power, it struggled to get up a small hill, we took it back to the shop, and they held it for four days. When we got it back they told us there was absolutely nothing wrong with it, but the next time this happened bring it right back and they would replace the turbo and the emissions sensor again. We have only owned this truck for a year, and I have called dodge with my complaint but was told to email the complain, and when I emailed it, I was told to call, which to me seems like a run around. We were told by the mechanic at the dealer this was a ongoing issue but there was nothing he could do about it, except for continuing to clean the sensors or replacing the turbo, which will still not stop the problem.
Multiple times every month obnoxious smell of burning chemicals in cab when dog filter on diesel goes through regen. Chrysler replaced turbo that was sooted shut. Then they wrapped exhaust. Still does it. Makes you sick.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge 2500 megacab. The contact stated that the vehicle's turbo was failing, which occurs every three thousand miles. The check engine indicator illuminates due to carbon build up in the turbo because it was not being used. The contact and his wife were experiencing lethargic sickness every time they rode in the vehicle. The issue with the turbo has been occurring since march of 2008. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer twice for repairs and the contact feels that they do "band aid" work instead of properly repairing the carbon build-up. The contact feels that this is a safety issue because the vehicle emits fumes that leave the driver and passengers feeling nauseous. The current and failure mileages were 8,900. Updated 3/9/09 *cn updated 03/11/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500. While performing regular maintenance on the vehicle, the contact found a defect in the egr cooler and firewall pad. The firewall installation pad made contact with the egr cooler on the engine, which could result in a fire. The manufacturer stated that they had no information for the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v641000 (engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel). The dealer stated that they could cut the installation out of the vehicle; however, the contact was hesitant to agree with that type of repair because it would affect the heating system in the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were less than 5,000.
Epa driven dpf filter on cummins diesel 2008 2500 truck is always causing problems with check engine light. Dealers have had to put a port on turbo, clean exhaust, wrap exhaust, and claim that customers are idling too much. Pollution control devices are obviously bad design. They burn extra diesel in exhaust to burn soot and make mileage go down by 10mpg. 2006 to 2008 change lost significant mpg. The 6.7l engine needs addressing with final fixes that won't continue to make customers go to dealer over and over again for repairs.
I took delivery of my dodge 2500 mega cab pickup with the cummins 6.7 diesel motor. Almost since the first day, I have had the truck back to the service department at the dealer for a failing emission system. The dpf and regeneration system is constantly clogging and rendering my vehicle undrivable. When this occurs, I return to the dealer, have the part cleaned, or replaced, and I am told that it will occur again. According to my dealers service manager, and dodge, there is no known fix for this problem. Upon speaking to dodge customer service regarding a buyback of my vehicle, I have been hung up on, put on hold for hours, told my dealer has to buy it back, or told to hire a lawyer. When researching this matter, I have found that I am not alone with these types of problems with the new 6.7 dodge trucks. I need to know what recourse I have in this matter with dodge, or my dealer directly.
Dodge diesel turbo sooting up. Can not even drive the truck without the turbo sooting up. Goes back to the dealer every week or two.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge 2500. The contact stated that the oxygen sensor is defective. He has taken the vehicle to the dealer on nine occasions. The dealer advised him not to return because he was abusing the vehicle. Daimler chrysler offered no assistance as well. The failure mileage was 11 and current mileage was 6,000. Updated 03/04/08*lj updated
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