Dodge RAM 2500 grinding brakes problems

Filed Nov 24, 2017 · Transmission · 98,000 miles · NY

While traveling s/b on route 17 in new jersey at approximately 55 MPH I heard a loud grinding noise coming from under my truck and then suddenly my front wheels of my truck locked up and I skidded to a complete stop. The truck was unable to move forward or back and I had to get a tow to a dodge dealership on route 4 in new jersey. Dodge repaired the front axle saying it was a recall of which I did not receive any notice, also suresky dodge in goshen, new york always serviced my vehicle since I purchased it new in 2012, they never notified me of such recall.

Filed Apr 19, 2017 · Brakes · 77,000 miles · TN

Three weeks ago truck was taken to crown chrysler dodge in cleveland tn for brake and rotor replacement on all four wheels. After repairs made, drunk driven off lot and noted to have a loud squeak every time brake pedal pressed. Dealer notified and told us to keep driving for a week and pads and rotor should mesh together and squeak will go away. This did not happen, truck taken back to dealer, dealer erin specter and stated could find nothing wrong except groove in rotor caused by possibly a pebble. Due to not feeling truth being told by this dealer, truck taken to dodge dealer in athens and had breaks inspected. To our disbelief, we were told brake pads were flaking and chipping. We contacted dodge dealer in cleveland tn for a refund for faulty product but have yet to receive satisfactory resolution. Dodge coorporate contacted and complaint filed. Cleveland dealer states we have them permission to use third party brake pads, which is not true and they have yet to produce any proof that this is true. I took my dodge to dealer for mopar parts and got third party defective parts. Pictures of three week old pads included.

Filed Jul 27, 2015 · Steering · 60,000 miles · OH

When acceleration from a start and turing to the right I hear a grinding noise under the dash ..around the engine compartment. Had a recall on this truck less than a year ....... Dealership indicated that this would help ....... The noise still exists and hasn't affected the performance of the truck....... I am more concerned with this noise since the media news on dodge recalls.......concerned??

Filed Feb 4, 2015 · Airbags, Steering · 120,000 miles · MT

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram 2500. The contact received the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 05v462000 (power train), 09e001000 (steering), 13v528000 (steering), and 14v817000 (air bags); however, the parts needed for the repair were unavailable. While driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel began to vibrate and a loud grinding noise emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the front driver and passenger side universal joint front axles were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for recall repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Dec 28, 2014 · Transmission · 164,000 miles · MI

Driving on rural highway 65mph when truck began to make grinding noise. After stopping and inspecting drive train it was discovered the center support bearing had failed and allowed the 2 piece drive shaft to become loose. Fortunately the support bracket kept it in place. Had bracket not held in place catastrophic drive train failure could have occurred and possibly causing accident.

Filed Aug 22, 2014 · Steering · 49,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 2500. While making a turn at 10 MPH, the steering became wobbly and the contact heard an abnormal squeaking noise. The failure occurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 49,000.

Filed Mar 8, 2014 · Transmission · 96,300 miles · VA

Updated from previous version. Driving through town, clear weather, good road conditions, luckily going only 25 MPH, there was a grinding noise up front for two seconds then, all of a sudden, the front wheels locked up and the tires skidded approximately 5 feet. The engine remained running, the transmission shifted fine but the front wheels were locked and the truck would not move! The truck had to be dragged onto the tow truck. The dodge dealership has deemed this a wear and tear incident, which I completely disagree with. Had I been going at highway speed, I am convinced I would have lost control and/or much more damage would have been done. The ring and pinion gear got so hot, they welded together, which caused the axle to seize and the wheels to lock up. Replacing the ring and pinion will cost $1,150. I also need a differential overhaul at a cost of $1,500. The grand repair total will be in the neighborhood of $2,650! When has there ever been a wear and tear repair that would cost that much? Since when do wear and tear items get so hot that they weld themselves to each other? I just had the driveline serviced 6,000 miles prior to this! And before that at 60,000 miles. I keep my truck maintained to the book. It cannot be normal wear and tear! This truck is pampered and not used commercially nor never under extreme conditions above and beyond towing a 7500 pound camper. I'm afraid to continue driving it. I especially worry for my wife and teenage son if something this severe and abrupt should occur while they are driving it in the future! I feel like it will only be a matter of time before the rear differential does the same thing! Something faulty had to occur either through defective materials or incorrect maintenance procedures performed by the dealership when I had the driveline serviced. But it's my word against theirs, impossible to prove.

Filed Mar 6, 2014 · Transmission · 96,300 miles · VA

Driving through town, clear weather, good road conditions, luckily going only 25 MPH, there was a grinding noise up front for two seconds then, all of a sudden, the front wheels locked up and the tires skidded approximately 5 feet. The engine remained running, the transmission shifted fine but the front wheels were locked and the truck would not move! The truck had to be dragged onto the tow truck. The dodge dealership has deemed this a wear and tear incident, which I completely disagree with. Had I been going at highway speed, I am convinced I would have lost control and/or much more damage would have been done. They want $1,800 for this repair! I just had the driveline serviced 6,000 miles prior to this! And before that at 60,000 miles. I keep my truck maintained to the book. It cannot be normal wear and tear! This truck is pampered and not used commercially nor never under extreme conditions above and beyond towing a 7500 pound camper. They are essentially rebuilding the front differential! I'm almost afraid to continue driving it. I especially worry for my wife and teenage son if something this severe and abrupt should occur while they are driving it in the future!

Filed Feb 5, 2014 · Steering · 48,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that he received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v529000 (steering) in late december 2013 and attempted to have the vehicle repaired on numerous occasions but the dealer stated that the parts were unavailable. The contact stated that a few weeks later while driving 10 MPH, he turned the steering wheel to the left and began to hear a grinding noise. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed that the tie rod was fractured and had shot through the front passengers' side tire. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where they stated that the tie rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,000. Updated 5/13/14*cn

Filed Jan 13, 2014 · Steering · 55,000 miles · NY

Making a sharp left turn after stop heard grinding noise from front then when going into curve left tie rod failed causing one wheel to turn and the other not causing the truck to shake violently and to go off the road. This was a recall done in december 2012 by westbury jeep. They would not warranty this . Total cost for new rim ,new tire, tie rod, labor, and tow $1600.