Dodge Ram check engine light comes on

Filed Aug 15, 2022 · Engine · 70,000 miles · WA

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated the engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who stated the sensor needed to be replaced as well as the harness. The vehicle had not been repaired due to the parts being on back order. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000

Filed Jul 23, 2012 · Steering · 78,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle began to shake. The check engine warning light and the service needed warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however the failure was not determined. The dealer replaced the rear driver side rim, the rear and front driver and passenger side tires, and a replacement related to the rear axle however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however no further assistance was provided. The VIN was unavailable.the current mileage was 83,000. The failure mileage was 78,000.

Filed Jun 14, 2012 · Engine · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle also stalled when the contact made a stop or attempted a turn. In addition, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate over 60 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated for over one year. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that there were no failures but the check engine light remained illuminated. The contact also had the spark plugs replaced but the failure was not corrected. The current mileage was 201,000. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Jun 12, 2012 · Engine · 76,000 miles · CA

2 things have happened. At a normal idle in park, the vehicle after about a minute has surges (a quick high rev) then once the rev stops the truck engine light flickers and sounds like it wants to stall. In another case, while sitting at a red light the truck has a rough idle that causes the truck to shake. This has happened numerous times. I have not taken the truck to the dealer for fear that it would cost alot of money to have this checked out.

Filed Feb 25, 2011 · Electrical, Engine · MO

2006 dodge ram. Consumer states while driving the check engine light came on and the vehicle shut down and went into safe mode.*tgw the consumer stated the truck was towed to the dealer and they found a problem with some of the injector. Eight injectors had to be replaced within the past year and some of the wires were replaced. When the consumer contacted chrysler, he was informed repairs were not going to be authorized because the vehicle wa performing as designed. Chrysler advised the consumer to continue to drive the vehicle until it malfunctions again.

Filed Aug 4, 2010 · Engine, Steering · ME

2008 dodge ram. Consumer expresses discontent with several problems with vehicle *tgw the u-joint, tie rod, steering linkage and axle all had to be replaced. The consumer stated most recently, the check engine light illuminated.

Filed Apr 22, 2010 · Engine · 5,300 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge sprinter 3500. The contact was driving at approximately 55 MPH, when the vehicle suddenly lost power and the check engine light illuminated. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to an authorized dealership; the dealer did not find any problems after inspecting the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 5,300. The current mileage was approximately 5,500. Updated 11/03/10.

Filed Feb 7, 2008 · Transmission · 39,500 miles · CA

Truck would not go into gear. Dodge had a tsb for a faulty transmission filter that would crack. This is what caused the problem. Truck was just over 3,000 miles over warranty but dodge would not cover the repair. Now truck is stalling when coming to a stop but only when I first start the truck up in the morning. Truck will restart no problem. Once I have driven the truck a few miles the stalling problem goes away. This happens everytime I drive the truck after it has been sitting for a while. Check engine light just came on today and truck is a the mechanic.

Filed Nov 16, 2007 · Electrical · 20,000 miles · CA

20,000 miles on truck. Was driving approx 70mph on freeway when truck just died. All dash lights came on. Pulled truck over and turned ignition off then restarted. Truck started back up and check engine light stayed on. Was leaving for airport within 2 hours so couldn't take to shop before I left. I made 2 stops (completely turning off ignition) before I left for weekend and each time I started truck, engine light came on. Dropped off truck on following monday evening and noticed no more engine light when I started truck. Drove to dealer with no problems. Dealer said found code in computer relating to cam sensor. Also said electronic throttle body needed to be replaced. They replaced cam sensor & etb and changed/updated computer under warranty. So far no issues...have only put about 200 miles on truck since all work performed.

Filed Mar 28, 2006 · Visibility · CA

I took my '03 dodge ram to mcpeek dodge dealership in anaheim, ca for warranty windshield wiper repair work. The truck was in perfect condition except for the wipers. Later in the day the service person called me to let me know the work was completed, but "by-the-way, we noticed your check engine light was on - do you want us to check this out?" I replied first of all the light was not on when I brought it in and second I was not going to pay any diagnostic fee and I expect it to be corrected when I pick it up. It was not corrected and delivered back to me. Obviously, dealerships (especially big 3 manufacturers) are trying to recoup losses through fraudulent / unnecessary service due to the minimal margins and volume of sales of new vehicles. I am a mechanic and understand the sales pitch - while I was sitting in the waiting room I felt sorry for a little old lady that the service guy preyed on. She just wanted a oil change, but ended up having her brakes inspected and probably replaced only because "he noticed they were squeaking". Anyway back to my story - it took me all of 5 minutes when I got home to pop the hood and find a wire to the air cleaner sensor that the mechanic had disconnected probably intentionally since this has nothing to do with the wipers. The check engine light went off. I found out that the management at this dealership has instructed the staff to make sure to up-sell every customer and make sure some other work is found besides anything that the vehicle is brought in for. That's fine if something is needed, but to intentionally damage a vehicle or replace parts unnecessary to make more money is just not right. I saved $150, but am steaming mad! Mcpeek dodge is a crook. I will never by another vehicle there again and never service there.