Ignition system failure. The key will turn in the ignition, but wouldn't engage. Per dealership ignition switch needed replacement because it had burned out. Problem still exists. Dealership has done nothing to fix the vehicle. *ak *cb
The worst 1993 Dodge RAM 3500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes5
- Lights5
- Steering4
- Suspension3
- Electrical2
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Seats1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Dodge RAM 3500
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Poor brake performance
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Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Dodge RAM 3500 3
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What 1993 Dodge RAM 3500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Head light switch had turned red hot & melted center connector. Was replaced at least 5 other times. The last time switch replaced, had to by pass the middle prong. Taking back to dealer to have it checked & repaired again.
Brake drums/shoes failed.
Passenger bucket seat frame breaks at the bracket that holds the seat to the floor (anchor), several times.
While working on vehicle noticed that the frame and steering bracket cracked.
Head light switch failed.
Problem with wheels cause vibration at certain speeds.
The headlight switch has burnt out as a result of the connection to the trailer lights.
When turning the steering wheel there is lot of play, causing a loss of control of vehicle.
Steering gear box is leaking steering fluid, dealer will replace gear box.
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Questions about the 1993 Dodge RAM 3500
Is the 1993 Dodge RAM 3500 reliable?
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the 1993 Dodge RAM 3500, fewer than a typical RAM 3500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Dodge RAM 3500?
Brakes, with 5 complaints. Next is lights (5).
How many recalls does the 1993 Dodge RAM 3500 have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Dodge RAM 3500 have bad brakes?
The Dodge RAM 3500 model years with the most brakes complaints are 1996 (38 complaints), 1995 (28 complaints) and 1998 (20 complaints).
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