2000 Dodge Ram transmission problems

Filed Feb 19, 2004 · Transmission · 80,000 miles · FL

Consumer stated that transmission failed at 80,000 miles. While driving to work power shut down, and the vehicle stopped. Consumer had vehicle towed to a dodge dealer, and was told that the transmission failed. The dealer/mechanic told consumer that in order to repair vehicle it would cost her from $3000.00 to $5000.00.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Transmission · 34,000 miles · PA

Overdrive module and torque convertor both failed at 59000 miles. Had vehicle back to dealer around 34000 for a vibration in the transmission and they stated nothing was wrong, that was the beginning of the torque convertor problem. Dodge won't stand behind their products and an automatic transmission should last 150,000 miles or more without a rebuild.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Body, Brakes · CA

1.body jumps at different speeds unable to steere.2.odometer reading didn't move for approx- 1st 200 miles.3.engine knocks. 4. Shifting linkage and gears grind. 5. Transmission slips and front axle grinds. 6.salesman said I was approved and did qualify for any vehicle in the lot with $10,000.00 down.called finance company after purchase and was approved for the vehicle I originally wanted.7.brakes need to be replaced all the way around. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Oct 22, 2002 · Transmission · CA

While driving the vehicle the driver suddenly heard a noise under the vehicle, when he checked to see what happened, he saw that the tire had fallen off breaking the power steering box and the axle came off completely.

Filed Nov 26, 2001 · Transmission · TN

This is the second truck that almost got me killed, the first was a 1999. No saferty defect listed.

Filed Aug 8, 2001 · Transmission · ND · crash · 1 injury

Truck was attached to boat sitting on pier deck on top of ramp. Vehicle was running, and consumer heard a loud popping noise. Vehicle was moving towards the water, consumer jumped in truck to stop it but fell from the truck, this is when the vehicle dragged consumer down ramp and rolled over her arm causing damage to right arm/eldow, broke middle finger and had road burn up and down body . Dealership was aware of problem.

Filed Jun 25, 2001 · Body, Brakes · MO

While wheel alignment was done mechanic noticed front rotors were worn down to nothing, metal to metal. Replaced rotors and front disc pads. At this time, rotors need to be replaced again. *ak ball joints and tires were replaced, consumer states problems with the rear but did not specify, also did not specify types of tires. Vehicle experiencing problems with the transmission. Intake gasket replaced. New carpet in the cab was installed. New bumper and grill was installed. Consumer also states problem with the ABS along with the rotors and disc pads.

Filed Jun 13, 2001 · Transmission · NH

While driving about 20 MPH front driveshaft fell off without prior warning. Dealer fixed it again.

Filed May 21, 2001 · Steering, Suspension · OH

Transmission does not properly shift into different gears, cause unknown. *ak the consumer had been to the dealer several times for repairs of ball joints, power steering and the transmission.

Filed May 7, 2001 · Transmission · FL · fire

After warning lights came on instrument panel the owner took to dealership on several occasions . Last time a service technician was driving when transmission fluid erupted out of the dip stick and fill tube to be ignited on the hot catalyic converter. This is presently being reviewed by chrysler even though at this time we have no details.