Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram srt10. The contact stated that the accelerator and clutch pedals were slipping while driving various speeds. The dealer replaced the clutch and the discs. On a separate occasion, she heard a rattling noise under the hood and felt as if something were loose. She also smelled burning transmission fluid and she lost the gearing of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 23,000 and current mileage is 36,000. Updated 3/11/09 *cn the transmission was replaced as well. Updated 03/13/09.
Dodge Ram slipping problems
43 of the 3,966 owner complaints about the Dodge Ram describe transmission slipping, most of them for the 1996 model year.
- owner complaints
- 43
- worst model year
- 1996
- typical mileage
- 36,000
Is there a fix? There are 6 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Transmission failure 2Won't shift 2Fire or smoke 2Knocking 2Harsh shifting 1Check engine light 1Grinding brakes 1Brake failure 1
What owners say
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram. While decelerating from 20 MPH to make a right turn, the steering wheel would not turn. Once the vehicle came to a stop, the steering wheel recovered. The dealer stated that the belt was slipping due to water exposure. No repairs were made. The current and failure mileages were 18,000.
The vehicle slipped out of gear and the body separated from the chassis on the passenger side front.
Transmission slipping and not shifting right. In traffic decides to down shift by itself.
This 1999 dodge ram was sold to me by ozark dodge in ozark, mo. This vehicle is a replacement for a 2001 that was a mechanical disaster. I had asked when I decided to accept their offer on the 1999 that they would do the following: change all fluids, alignment,and thoroughly go through this truck. 3 mos after the initial purchase I began having transmission problems. The transmission would slip and hunt for gears. I took it to aurora dodge in aurora, mo. For the warranty repairs and they told me all repairs had been completed. There was also a note on the service order that the fluid had been previously poorly serviced. Which tells me that ozark dodge didn't do a dam thing to this truck before they gave it to me to drive away!! I took the truck home and shortly thereafter (8 days) it began slipping and hunting for gears again. I have it in the shop for repairs again this will be it's 2nd visit to the shop for this.!! I cannot find anyone to help me to resolve this matter, I have called chrysler customer service and other numbers that they had given me and to no avail. This is the 2nd piece of chrysler ?!@#$% they have given me. This has to end now!!! I am requesting that if this problem cannot be repaired that the original dealership that sold it to me (ozark dodge be responsible for ordering me a brand new truck with the same options on it with a standard transmission instead of an automatic trans. I have all paperwork dating back to the purchase of the 2001 that they sold me knowing that it was not road ready and a hazard to whom ever drove it!!!
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).
While traveling about 45mph on the highway and without prior warning transmission started slipping, and vehicle wouldn't move.
Truck has been in the shop four times for the transmission. Consumer states that while driving it feels as through the transmission is slipping. Ph
While traveling on the highway the transmission started to slipping . The vehicle shut down and the dealership is aware of the problem. Ts
While driving at any speed and with no warning the transmission will slip from 2nd to 3rd gear and will make a loud noise. It will be hard for consumer to control vehicle. Dealer notified.
Related recalls
Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling 504 my 2009 dodge ram 2500/3500 pickup trucks heavy duty cab chassis with manual transmission and power adjustable pedal package. The clutch pedal connecting rod to the clutch master cylinder may separate from the master cylinder. This may not allow disengagement of the clutch when the pedal is depressed, which could result in unintended vehicle movement.
- Risk
- Increased stopping distance and engine stalling may occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the clutch master cylinder hydraulic system free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 09V078000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- On certain two wheel drive trucks equipped with manual transmissions, the front driveshaft yoke may break under certain driving conditions.
- Risk
- This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driveshaft free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 07V413000 · Recall details
Power train: axle assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain 4x4 pickup trucks, the rear axle flange weld to the axle tube could fatigue and allow the brake caliper assembly to rotate.
- Risk
- During rotation, the brake line could separate from the caliper resulting in a brake fluid loss in the rear brake hydraulic system.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install rear brake caliper reinforcements on the rear axle assemblies. Owner notification began december 9, 2002. 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 02V159000 · Recall details
Power train: clutch assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines and manual transmissions. The underbody hydraulic clutch line heat shield is too short, allowing the plastic clutch line material to be directly exposed to exhaust temperatures. It is possible to exceed the melting temperature of the clutch line material.
- Risk
- If the line melts, hydraulic fluid can leak onto the vehicle exhaust and cause an underbody fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install the proper length heat shield.
Recall number 99V190000 · Recall details
Power train: clutch assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with manual transmission, v10 engines and four-wheel-drive transfer cases. Under sustained maximum rated vehicle load, while driving up a steep grade in four-wheel-drive low range in hot ambient conditions, the local exhaust temperature proximate to the hydraulic clutch line can generate line temperatures that exceed the temperature limit of the clutch line material. If this condition occurs and the clutch is depressed, the line could rupture.
- Risk
- The fluid could ignite on the hot exhaust possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch assembly.
Recall number 99V115000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
- What is wrong
- Under certain high load operating conditions, the transmission fluid temperature can exceed the melting point of the material used in the connector to retain the fluid line to the transmission.
- Risk
- When these temperatures occur, the fluid line will not stay connected with the transmission and fluid can spray onto the exhaust manifold, resulting in smoke or fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the high temperature side of the transmission fluid cooler line connector fittings with connectors that incorporate a stainless steel retainer.
Recall number 97V084000 · Recall details
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The model years with the most reports are 1996 (10 complaints), 1997 (10 complaints) and 1998 (5 complaints).
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