1996 Dodge RAM 3500 transmission problems

Filed Jul 25, 2007 · Brakes, Fuel system · 115,000 miles · PA · crash

Brake line failure due to corrosion also corrosion of transmission and fuel lines 1996 dodge ram 3500 pickup 4wd ext cab.

Filed Nov 19, 2004 · Transmission · TX · fire

Consumer contacted manufacturer to verify if manufacturer's recall 722 repairs were done. Manufacturer insisted that repairs were performed but they had no records of it done. Vehicle was then involved in a fire which was caused by the transmission cooling unit and line quick connection melting . There were no injuries.

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Transmission · 69,000 miles · GA

After parking the vehicle consumer noticed that transmission fluid was leaking. Dealer examined the vehicle, and determined that cooling line clips were damaged.

Filed Dec 23, 2003 · Transmission · 230,000 miles · CA

The plastic transmission lines became hot and leaked transmission fluid. The leak caused internal damage and now it must be rebuilt. Please provide any additional information.

Filed Jun 15, 2003 · Acceleration, Brakes · AZ

Brakes pull to right, calibers and pads have been replaced. Rear brakes don't seem to work well antilock allows you to roll to far. Steering column goes bad after warranty is up ( 100,000 miles ). Fuel pump shut down solenoid and relay have also gone out on both of my trucks. Automatic transmission failures have occurred on both trucks at the 70000-75000 miles .

Filed Sep 17, 2002 · Transmission · CA

Plastic transmission cooling line melted, and caused fluid to leak. Dealer was notified, and replace it with a metal line. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Aug 28, 2000 · Transmission · CA

Before recall 97v084000, recall compenent failed causing the transmission line to separate with transmission fluid leaking onto the ground, consumer wants reimbursement (consumer is an attorney).

Filed Jan 19, 2000 · Transmission · CA

Transmission: found a large puddle of what I thought was transmission fluid under the truck. Checked level and found it approximately 1 to 1 1/2 quarts low. We use the truck to tow a large fifth wheel trailer periodically. Discovered the federal safety agency campaign id # 97v08400 which dealt with high load conditions and substandard connectors. Called chrysler (800‑853‑1403) and was informed this recall was only for gas engine vehicles. Took the vehicle to a reputable local repair shop and was told they contacted dodge dealer and was told the replacement seals are no longer offered. They then contacted the dealer rep and was told the preferred method of repair was to replace the tubes completely with an update kit ($451.05). They replaced the seals which leaked, the speed sensor which leaked, and an automatic transmission service. The cost of this transmission service was $260.28. Front brakes: at 31487 miles the front brake pads needed to be replaced. This was not discovered by the normal squeal bars but by the metal of the pad coming into contact with the rotor. The local repair shop stated the squeal bars had been bent back. The rear brake shoes still had more than 50 percent life left. The cost of replacing the pads, turning the rotors, and grease seals was $189.02.

Filed Oct 18, 1999 · Transmission · NJ

Transmission gears get stuck in second gear and will not come out of second. Vehicle had to be stopped, turned off and then turned back on in order for the gears to shift. Dealer couldn't do anything.

Filed Dec 23, 1998 · Acceleration, Brakes · AL

Transmission will not shift into 5th gear,cause unknown, accelerator cable was replaced,electrical short with ABS and consumer also states radio is inoperative.