Dodge RAM 2500 steering noise problems

Filed Dec 11, 2018 · Steering · 245,000 miles · TX

Hissing noise when steering wheel is turned. Reading info on the web it states that there was a defect in the manufacturing of the hydro-boost hose. I have provided the tech bulletin. Alot of trucks are having this problem. Case number: s1119000007 release date: 09/17/2011 symptom/vehicle issue: power steering honk or hiss may be heard during brake applications. Diagnosis: customers may complain of a noise (honk - sometimes coupled with a hiss during brake applications) during low speed parking lot maneuvers. If you have this complaint, please perform the following: repair procedure: 1. Inspect the steering column intermediate shaft boot is in position and not making noise from rubbing on the shaft. If there is a noise when turning the steering wheel, adjust the boot appropriately and verify the noise is no longer present. 2. If the noise is still present, perform a steering system bleed procedure outlined on techconnect >service info>19-steering>pump>standard procedure>power steering system bleeding and verify the noise is no longer present. 3. If the noise is still present, verify that the pressure hose (to hydro-boost) internal tuner (white plastic hose) has not become dislodged and positioned into the hydro-boost, to do this disconnect the pressure hose from the hydro-boost and see if white plastic tube is protruding from the pressure hose. If it has, replace the hose*, bleed the system of air and verify the noise is no longer present. Note: when returning the hose to the chrysler warranty center, please return the entire hose including the white plastic tuner element that has become dislodged. 4. If the noise is still present, replace the steering gear and bleed the system and verify the noise is no longer present. If the gear change does not eliminate the noise, please contact the star center. Sag2, oct 26, 2011

Filed May 17, 2018 · Steering · 152,000 miles · OR

The steering wheel is suddenly very loose and there is a clunk under the driver's side when I turn the wheel from right to left. This issue came out of nowhere. I do not drive the truck often and I did not notice any incidence of note; there was no time when I noticed a sudden bump or clunk in the steering wheel. It came on gradually, but rapidly. These symptoms seem to align with a prior recall on this vehicle concerning the left tie rod ball stud, which can fracture at low speeds without notice, rapidly becoming dangerous for the occupants of the vehicle as the steering wheel can become inoperable.

Filed Nov 30, 2017 · Steering · 144,222 miles · CA

I am hearing a popping sound when turning the steering wheel, play in steering, truck is wobbling all over the place when driving on uneven roads, hissing sound coming from front end when accelerating. Play in steering gear box. The clicking popping sound I hear when turning steering wheel is when driving or not moving. I have had this truck pull far right on the road when going on uneven roads.

Filed Sep 12, 2016 · Steering · 80,000 miles · MA

While having other recalls fixed it was discovered that the steering box was leaking and making noise while turning. The repair shop stated that there was no recall and that there were no repair parts available. The steering could fail anytime. Chrysler /dodge should be fixing this issue as I have found that it is a problem that they know about. Vehicle has 80,000. Miles on it.

Filed Aug 19, 2015 · Steering · 64,900 miles · VA

Nov. 2012 I bought my 2007 dodge ram truck 2500 for $21,000 soon after, we realized it had some front end problems. I took it for a front end alignment the following month - which did not improve the front end steering looseness, vibration and "clunking". I took it into a large, local tire/ front end service business for an evaluation. The first thing they told me is what everyone was telling me, " these dodge trucks are known for bad front ends". They did however, then tell me that the truck would need almost $1,000 worth of work to make it right. I did not have them do the repairs because I could not afford it, I had been told by so many that this was normal for dodge trucks and I thought I should get another opinion later. The truck has three open safety recalls on it. I took it to our local dodge dealership so the service writer could look at the front end (came out to the parking lot and looked at it) she said that it did need steering recall repairs. I asked that parts be ordered for that, plus airbag for the third recall. She said she didn't have any parts, "the manufacturer only sends us a few parts a month so whoever is on the top of the list will get a call when the parts are available". I left my name/number. When I bought the truck it had 64,650 miles and now, three years later only 67,900. I drive it only locally because I don't trust it, the steering is unpredictable, loose, clunky and has too much play in the wheel. When getting up to 50 MPH or so, it vibrates also. I want this truck to be included in the chrysler/dodge buy back plan or the class action suite brought by the owner of a 2007 dodge ram 3500 for the "death shake" at higher speeds. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 10, 2014 · Steering · 250,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the steering wheel made a popping sound when turned. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v528000 (steering); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 250,000.

Filed Jul 1, 2014 · Steering · 130,000 miles · TX

I received a recall notice in the mail this spring regarding a left tie rod replacedment. I notified don davis dodge in el campo, texas and they stated that they were waiting on parts. I contacted them several times and received the same answer. I called the complaint hotline on 3/10/2014. This week I received another recall notice in the mail for the same thing. I drove to el campo again today, june 1, 2014 and contacted the service department again with don davis dodge, and now they are saying that they have replaced the tie rod on several vehicles lately and have recently been notified that these replacement parts are not good, and they are still waiting on new parts for this recall. This seems to be the same problem at many dodge dealers. I can no longer drive this truck due to this defective part. When I turn to the right I feel it popping in the steering wheel and I was told by the service department at don davis that this is the symptom. They said that they replaced the tie rods on 2 vehicles that had just broken. Now, I can not drive this truck until I get this corrected. I use this truck to haul cattle and I need answers and assistance now. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 8, 2014 · Steering · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500. He received a recall notice and feels the wait time was unreasonable. While driving around 20 MPH the contact attempted to make a turn the steering wheel made a loud popping sound. The vehicle was taken to a dealership where the technician diagnosed that the left tie rod needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified about the failure. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 100,000 miles.

Filed Sep 12, 2012 · Steering · 150,351 miles · CO

Backing out of a parking space; I heard a snap. As I turned the wheels to the left to pull forward, I heard another snap. When the pickup straightened out, I heard several popping noises and the steering caught. I rolled forward and the wheels didn't respond; the left tie rod had sheered off and the wheels were facing each other. I have the broken tie rod available for inspection. This was the new "improved" system. If this had happened on the highway, someone would be dead. The local dodge dealership sold me the piece at cost and suggested I call dodge. I called dodge and they had not heard of any other instances. There was another dodge involved in a similar scenario near gunnison, co in august. They were parking a fifth wheel camper at the time of breakage. Again, thank god, they were not driving on the road when it occurred.

Filed Aug 9, 2011 · Steering, Suspension · 33,000 miles · CA

Violent shaking in front end...otherwise known as the "death wobble." also has a clunk in steering wheel. Have replaced upper and lower ball joints, tie rods, and track bar. Have replaced tires, balanced, and rotate/balance ever 5000 miles. Issue still keeps occurring. Has occurred with two separate sets of tires(load e and load d)shop now saying to replace steering shaft, steering box, shocks, and steering stabilizer. Shop also says dodge trucks are their best customers.