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2002 Dodge Ram 1500 repairs by problem area
Engine (30%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (26%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 100 repairs.
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (14%)
$500 - $999 (19%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (23%)
Chart based on 73 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Dodge Ram 1500
Engine not specified
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Oklahoma, United States Nov 2011 - Jan 2012 | |||
| Jan 2012US $165 | Grinding and popping noise coming from front end. Cv axle and intermediate shaft on passenger side front were worn out and no longer properly meshing. Replaced cv axle and intermediate shaft from front diff. | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in North Carolina, United States Jun 2015 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Aug 2015166000 mi | transmission band broke | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2012 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Nov 201291340 mi | Outer tie rod loose. Replaced with Moog outer tie rod. Replaced upper and lower ball joints on the passenger side. | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in South Dakota, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Feb 2010125000 miUS $250 | Replaced rack and pinion, replacement R&P was defective, replaced a second time | ||
| Mar 2010127000 miUS $150 | R&P failed again, had a shop replace with warranted parts | ||
| Dec 2010139000 miUS $40 | Radiator cracked 2 broken wheel studs on passenger front tire, replaced all 5 2 broken wheel studs on passenger front tire, replaced all 5 Radiator cracked | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
245-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Ohio, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 201378600 miUS $75 | u-joint was replaced as it was close to completely coming off. | ||
| Apr 201899000 miUS $350 | Clutch sensor needed replaced | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
245-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Connecticut, United States Aug 2013 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Jul 201376000 miUS $1300 | Replace rusted brake lines that failed. Replace brake line hoses. Replace front calipers. Replaced vacuum booster and master cylinder. Thieves at Meineke wanted $1400 - I did the work myself. | ||
| Dec 201380000 mi | Rear leaf spring broke at the shackle. Replaced both leafs and attachment hardware. All Parking Lights out. Caused by open circuit inside the Independent Power Module (IPM). Repaired per You-tube video. | ||
| Jun 201483000 miUS $300 | Losing coolant,no overheat. Thermostat gasket failed, explaining coolant loss. Found radiator was a bit clogged - replaced. Differential cover was badly rusted. Replaced as a preventative measure. Also renewed differential oil. | ||
| Nov 201484000 miUS $1500 | Poor running and CEL. O2 sensor replaced Oil leak Rear u joint noisy, front pinion leaking | ||
| Sep 201588000 miUS $400 | Intermittent no start. Replace Independent Power Module (Fuse/Relay module) | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Saskatchewan, Canada Jun 2012 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Sep 2013120900 miC $118 | replaced rear driveshaft u-joints | ||
| Mar 2014124000 miC $300 | REPLACED ALTERNATOR REPLACED WATER PUMP REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED BELT, TENSIONER AND IDLER PULLEYS | ||
| Oct 2014127920 miC $100 | Broken outer cv boot | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in California, United States Aug 2011 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Sep 2011170000 miUS $70 | the accelerator sensor had gone out and had to be replaced. Before replacement the check engine light came on, the truck would idle very rough, or would die when trying to idle. removed and replaced the external fan on the AC unit. the fan had quit working. | ||
| Apr 2012178000 miUS $222 | the 3 universal joints needed to be replaced | ||
| Oct 2012187000 miUS $300 | removed and replaced radiator. Radiator was leaking between the plastic side cap and the metal tubing | ||
| Jun 2013200000 miUS $120 | Removed and replaced Right Front Wheel Bearing | ||
| Jan 2014213000 mi | replaced radiator, it was leaking | ||
| Sep 2014226000 miUS $130 | replaced O2 sensor, passenger side after the catalytic converter Replaced the battery -- it was 7 years old | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Virginia, United States Jul 2003 - Jun 2022 | |||
| May 200312000 mi | Transmission rebuild due to failed rear seal | ||
| Aug 200316000 mi | Transmission replacement due to failed bearing, another failed rear seal | ||
| Jan 200798000 miUS $450 | HVAC blend door | ||
| Apr 2008112000 miUS $750 | Steering rack replacement | ||
| Apr 2009118000 miUS $550 | Steering rack & outer tie rod end replacement | ||
| Jul 2009120700 miUS $320 | Crack in radiator inlet tank requiring radiator replacement $200 Blown front door speaker (torn foam surround) $120 to replace pair | ||
| Apr 2011147000 miUS $300 | Drive shaft center bearing and support failed. Bearing was spinning inside support isolator causing rubber to burn and drive shaft to vibrate badly; replaced center support and bearing unit. | ||
| Jun 2011149000 miUS $450 | Replaced worn universal joints | ||
| Sep 2011153000 miUS $330 | Replaced front wheel bearings due to loud bearing noise; replaced brake rotors & pads due to wear | ||
| May 2012160700 miUS $100 | Replaced pass side tail light socket and bulb due to electrical short causing bulb socket to melt | ||
| Jul 2012162000 miUS $1073 | Replace 5spd manual transmission with used non-rebuilt unit from a lower-mileage truck Replace 5spd manual transmission with used non-rebuilt unit from a lower-mileage truck | ||
| Oct 2012166000 miUS $800 | replacement of steering rack due to seal failure; replacement part was bad necessitating 2nd day in shop, plus alignment replace upper a-arm due to faulty upper ball joint | ||
| Nov 2013179300 miUS $300 | Replace three universal joints in rear prop shaft; replace transmission output seal | ||
| Jul 2014190000 miUS $1500 | Transmission failure; installed used transmission $1500. Also installed clutch kit for additional $500. | ||
| Sep 2014193000 miUS $70 | Serpentine belt tensioner failure; replaced tensioner and belt | ||
| Mar 2015195000 miUS $1800 | Replace head gaskets, machine head face Replace one inner and both outer tie rod ends | ||
| Dec 2015195000 miUS $45 | tie rod end stud broke causing loss of steering control while maneuvering in driveway | ||
| Apr 2016195000 miUS $30 | Replaced worn tie-rod end not serviced when other unit broke some months prior | ||
| Nov 2016196200 miUS $150 | Alternator failed requiring battery replacement. | ||
| Jan 2021203000 miUS $400 | Replace steering rack and outer tie rod ends Muffler rusted out requiring replacement Drivers' seat frame broke at bottom tilt adjustment | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Oregon, United States Dec 2013 - Aug 2016 | |||
| Apr 201684200 miUS $200 | Radiator had to be repleced | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Georgia, United States May 2016 - May 2016 | |||
| May 2016114000 miUS $400 | Radiator failure. Replaced radiator, thermostat, upper and lower hose. Serpentine belt and water pump replaced. | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States Aug 2010 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Jul 2011114700 miUS $350 | radiator & temp gauge replaced. Replaced: instrument cluster gauge light, air bag module, tail light sensor. Seat belt convenience part pricing. | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States - Jun 2010 | |||
| May 2010173000 miUS $50 | Transmission coolant lines were repaired. The lines needed repair because they rested on the frame. Therefore the lines rubbed the frame and finally leaked. Assembly/manufacturing error! | ||
| Jun 2010175000 miUS $721 | Replaced radiator, fan clutch, and serpentine belt. | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Washington, United States Aug 2017 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Sep 2017172000 miUS $1400 | Rear diff was making noise. Replaced pinion gears+ bearings | ||
| Aug 2021190000 miUS $375 | Truck was shifting at inappropriate times causing loss of power and transmission clunking. Throttle Position Sensor failed. | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Virginia, United States Jul 2010 - May 2012 | |||
| Sep 201080000 miUS $1000 | truck could not shift out of park. part that allowed you to shift into gear after stepping on brake broke and needed replacement. | ||
| Oct 201190000 miUS $1600 | replaced front lower ball joints. replaced 4 tires. replaced rusted brake line. replaced rusted exhaust supports | ||
| Jan 201293000 miUS $530 | Replace exhaust system cat.back | ||
| May 201294000 miUS $310 | rear drivers window stopped working halfway up. wires were problem. also discovered but not repaired were u joint needs replacing ($425) and 3 oxygen sensors are gone($900 for all 3). Deciding on whether to repair or trade....soon! | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Ontario, Canada May 2011 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Jan 201273780 miC $450 | right front wheel bearing replaced | ||
| Sep 201276260 miC $700 | replaced rusted out oil pan | ||
| Jun 201383080 miC $500 | Rear axle outer seals leaking. Replaced seals and emerge brake shoes the leaking fluid ruined. | ||
| Jun 201491760 miC $500 | Replaced radiator | ||
| Jun 201799200 miC $199 | Replaced rear oxygen sensor so it would pass clean air test. Check engine light was on. | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2010 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Oct 2012149300 miC $750 | Front diff seal failure | ||
| Aug 2013155000 miC $750 | Fan broke off hitting rad and shroud | ||
| Nov 2013155000 mi | Bearing failed | ||
| Oct 2014162840 miC $950 | Replaced rotors pads and calipers | ||
| Nov 2014164300 miC $2000 | Rear end failed - replaced with used rear axle | ||
| Aug 2015167700 miC $350 | Rear axle oils seals leaking Ac cam motor bearing staring to disintegrate | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in California, United States Sep 2015 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Sep 2016178000 mi | radiator leak, overheated, replaced with new radiator | ||
| Dec 2016179000 miUS $480 | Water pump went bad after overheating, also head gasket leak but put sealant in system. Still holding. | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
215-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in North Carolina, United States Aug 2016 - Jan 2020 | |||
| Jun 201658000 miUS $500 | Replace Evaporator , Fan and Radiator | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States Jan 2005 - Feb 2011 | |||
| Jan 200584000 mi | rear door lock sticks, latch replaced under warranty | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Feb 201185000 miUS $1500 | Upper and lower ball joints (required to have new upper a-arms), steering pump leak. windshield wiper fluid container replaced. Radiator cracked 4wd shift lever replaced | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Nevada, United States Nov 2012 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Dec 2012125000 miUS $500 | Front differential seal leak | ||
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