2001 Dodge RAM 3500 suspension problems

Filed Jul 30, 2015 · Suspension, Wheels · 75,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 3500. While driving approximately 40 to 45 MPH over a bump in the road, the vehicle shook violently. The failure recurred. The mechanic diagnosed that the vehicle had the "death wobble". The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. Updated 03/09/16*lj

Filed Nov 9, 2010 · Steering, Suspension · 39,000 miles · FL

2001 dodge ram 3500 2 wheel drive. Front end "death wobble". Happens over 40 MPH when you hit a large bump. Won't stop till you slow down. Have had since new and started to fail after 36,000 mile warranty expired. Have changed ball joints and idler arm and has been to several front end shops saying nothings wrong. Currently the truck has 67,000 miles on it.

Filed Feb 15, 2006 · Suspension · 75,449 miles · WY

Ball joints on the front end of the dodge 3500 are dry and wear quickly causing steering to be difficult.

Filed Oct 4, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · 49,100 miles · WI

My husband noticed a problem with the steering, took to dealer for service, told me it needed track bar and piston, I questioned the cost he then told me only needed a front end alignment, went to repair facility recommended by dealer, specialist wouldn't do work ball joints were bad. Took it back to dealer they refused to work on the vehicle. Took truck to another dodge dealer, ball joints were so bad they were dangerous, track bar, inner tie rod, and the hub bearings crumbled when they were removed. This vehicle has an extended warranty, that is only covering the ball joints. The vehicle is a 2001 dodge 3500 4x4 dually, that has never been off paved roads it is not abused and only has 49000 miles on it and chrysler will not help I feel this is a problem with manufacturing quality.

Filed Jan 25, 2005 · Suspension · 100,000 miles · IN

The front passenger side wheel bearing became inoperable, and the wheel disengaged completely. This has happened a total of two times. Please provide any further information.

Filed Jul 7, 2004 · Suspension · 12,000 miles · WA

After driving over a common highway protuberance, the vehicle violently shook until the vehicle could be brought to a complete stop. This has happen on four different occasions. The first time the dealer said this was due to uneven front tire pressure. The third time, the dealer stated that they could not find what was causing the problem, because the problem is a random occerance that can not be easily duplicated.

Filed Mar 10, 2004 · Suspension · 184,000 miles · LA

Upper ball joints separated.

Filed Mar 5, 2003 · Suspension · AZ

Nar 03/17/2003 in reference to a product evaluation questionnaire by correct track inc (rear wheel alignment system) corporation. *cb

Filed Dec 27, 2002 · Suspension · MD

Consumer called complaining about having problems with the front bolt joints. Dealer was contacted and have stated that some of the vehicles have that problem and there is nothing they can do about it. Ts

Filed Nov 1, 2002 · Suspension · 8,102 miles · SC

When driving, the front end would shake and the steering wheel would make a jerking motion. Consumer had vehicle serviced at several dealerships, however the problem still exists. Mr jg