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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%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 100 repairs.
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (21%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (42%)
< $100 (25%)
Chart based on 24 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
| 164000 mi US $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. |
| 166000 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
| 139000 mi US $40 |
2 broken wheel studs on passenger front tire, replaced all 5 |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
245-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 78600 mi US $75 |
u-joint was replaced as it was close to completely coming off. |
| 99000 mi US $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
| 83000 mi US $300 |
Differential cover was badly rusted. Replaced as a preventative measure. Also renewed differential oil. |
| 84000 mi US $1500 |
Rear u joint noisy, front pinion leaking |
| 120900 mi C $118 |
replaced rear driveshaft u-joints |
| 127920 mi C $100 |
Broken outer cv boot |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual RWD
| 12000 mi | Transmission rebuild due to failed rear seal |
| 16000 mi | Transmission replacement due to failed bearing, another failed rear seal |
| 147000 mi US $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. |
| 149000 mi US $450 |
Replaced worn universal joints |
| 162000 mi US $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 |
| 179300 mi US $300 |
Replace three universal joints in rear prop shaft; replace transmission output seal |
| 190000 mi US $1500 |
Transmission failure; installed used transmission $1500. Also installed clutch kit for additional $500. |
| 178000 mi US $222 |
the 3 universal joints needed to be replaced |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 173000 mi US $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! |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 172000 mi US $1400 |
Rear diff was making noise. Replaced pinion gears+ bearings |
| 149300 mi C $750 |
Front diff seal failure |
| 164300 mi C $2000 |
Rear end failed - replaced with used rear axle |
| 167700 mi C $350 |
Rear axle oils seals leaking |
| 83080 mi C $500 |
Rear axle outer seals leaking. Replaced seals and emerge brake shoes the leaking fluid ruined. |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD
| 125000 mi US $500 |
Front differential seal leak |
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