Upper control arm... Rusted through see attached pictures
The worst 1996 Dodge Ram Wagon problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission3
- Brakes2
- Engine1
- Suspension1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Transmission3
- Brakes2
- Engine1
- Suspension1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Dodge Ram Wagon 40
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts
- Use of Aftermarket Parts
- Valve Body
- Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve
- 68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$
- Air conditioning (a/c) cooling coil odor
- Flash programming failure recovery
- Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty
What 1996 Dodge Ram Wagon owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*- the contact's 1996 dodge van had been excluded from the recall involving a catalytic converters used in dodge van of that year and it failed to pass smog test due to the failure of the catalytic converter. The dealer declined to perform the recall repairs, and a follow up call to the manufacturer was placed, and they were also not helping. The contact believed that they excluded the van from the recall because they had a very limited number of electrical high powered vans. Even though the parts were defective dodge declined to fix it.*ak updated 04/12/07/.
Vehicles transmission cooler quick connect recalled, but repairs not made due to dealer problem.
Brake release handle failed.
Fan clutch failed.
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Questions about the 1996 Dodge Ram Wagon
Is the 1996 Dodge Ram Wagon reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1996 Dodge Ram Wagon, 1.7 times a typical Ram Wagon model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Dodge Ram Wagon?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 3 complaints. Next is brakes (2).
How many recalls does the 1996 Dodge Ram Wagon have?
No recalls on record.
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