The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Ram. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 97V068000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), 01V037000 (Vehicle Speed Control), and 00V135000 (Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
1996 Dodge Ram acceleration problems
30 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). 6 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 30
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- crashes
- 6
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Cables8
- Linkages2
- Accelerator pedal1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Dodge Ram acceleration problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Dodge Ram acceleration
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines. The throttle cable could unravel (fray) or break resulting in loss of throttle control.
- Risk
- A throttle that does not return to idle could result in unexpected acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the throttle cable and upper bell crank lever. Owner notification began august 3, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 01V037000 · Recall details
What 1996 Dodge Ram owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When the consumer started the vehicle, it suddenly accelerated. The RPM's had gone into the red. The consumer had taken the vehicle to the repair shop, but the mechanic could not repair it because he could not duplicate the problem. *ak the tow truck driver had viewed one of the cables in a "u" shape and it was stuck into a spring on the gas pedal. *scc
Consumer still having problem after the recall repair has been performed on the vehicle. Recall#01v037000 throttle control. Community motors 354 south hwy55 price, ut 84501 1800-944-0219.
Shifted from park to reverse. Engine idled fast, truck took off in reverse and could not be stopped by pressing on the brake. Speed probably accelerated to 20 MPH before hit 3 other vehicles. Witnesses said the rear tires were spinning and the engine noise was high pitched and oscillating.
Consumer was sent a recall notice (01v037000) for the throttle sticking on the vehicle. Consumer made an appointment under the assurance the parts would be in. They were not in so they were ordered. Consumer brought vehicle back and the repair was completed. The vehicle now idles high and the throttle is worse. Consumer oiled the linkages and the problem was better. Consumer brought vehicle back to the repair shop and was informed the throttle rod was bad and would cost for replacement. Consumer feels no charge should accompany the added work because the recall failed to remedy the problem.
Consumer is not satisified with the length of time it is taking to perform recall, even after having parts ordered in advance, consumer requested that vehicle be serviced the same day, however he received a call stating that the repairs had not been started, consumer then returned vehicle only to later be informed that the part broke and was said to defective, and another part was to be ordered.
Consumer contacted dealer in april for a recall 01 v 037 000 repairs of throttle cable, but parts were still not available.
Throttle cable on vehicle had frayed with one or two strands of wire holding throttle. Contacted dealer *ak recall 01v037 was issued regarding this problem, however consumers vehicle is not included due to the plant where vehicle was manufactured, dealer replaced cable and lever at consumers cost.
Recall 01 v 037 000/throttle cable: dealer / manufacturer is telling consumer that this recall does not exist; asking the federal safety agency help in this matter.*ak
On three occasions vehicle accelerated suddenly and unexpectedly. Dealer has been notified.
Questions about the 1996 Dodge Ram acceleration
Does the 1996 Dodge Ram have acceleration problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the acceleration of the 1996 Dodge Ram, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Dodge Ram acceleration problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Dodge Ram acceleration?
Yes, 1 recall: 01V037000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Ram have the most acceleration problems?
The Dodge Ram model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1995 (46 complaints), 1994 (30 complaints) and 1996 (30 complaints).
Other 1996 Dodge Ram problems
Brakes 172Transmission 135Engine 57Suspension 48Electrical 47Steering 41Airbags 38Fuel system 37Tires 29Body 24Visibility 24Lights 18Seats 18Locks 16Wheels 10Seat belts 7
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