Dodge Ram 1500 Problems and Repair Histories
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Dodge Ram 1500 Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2012 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 3500 | 0 | Trailer brake controller failed and was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 4000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 6300 | 0 | Bad vibration at speeds of 65MPH and above. Replaced rear tires, stil there. Can't figure it out. |
| Sep | 2012 | 9000 | 0 | Bad vibration at speeds of 65MPH and above. Replaced Driveshaft. Still bad vibration. Replaced all wheels and tires. Vibration not as bad but livable. Dealer says all new Rams with the big wheels have problems. |
| Dec | 2012 | 10000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 1000 | 0 | Our satellite radio stopped working within an hour of leaving dealer. It was the antennae. They ordered it and installed but it took about a month for it to get installed! :( |
2012 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Arkansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | 6 speed automatic transmission wouldn't shift from 4th. If revs got too high the truck would shut off. |
2012 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 8000 | 0 | The 2012 Dodge Ram is having some problems with inferior leather on the steering wheels that splits. I only have 6,000 miles on the truck and Dodge replaced the steering wheel, an approximately $1,000 item due to the electronic controls. |
| Nov | 2012 | 10000 | 0 | The second steering wheel also developed cracks in the leather. Dealer is deciding whether this will again be covered...cost is $1,000. Not fixed at this time. |
| Mar | 2013 | 15000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 1500 | 0 | had to align and balance tires bad vibration ,steering wheel off center REPLACED torque convertor and front transmission pump |
| Nov | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | BATTERY DEAD ONE MORNING, CHARGED IT UP AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, TOOK TO THE DEALER HAD CODES CLEARED STILL DON'T KNOW WHY THE BATTERY DIED HASN'T HAPPENED SINCE |
| Dec | 2011 | 4000 | 0 | THEY REPLACED THE MODULE FOR THE IGNITION |
2011 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 19000 | 0 | Replaced seal in transmission after notice of leak in driveway. Warranty work. Passenger side heated seat, and heated steering wheel did not heat. |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 1860 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 24800 | 0 | Dealer replaced torque converter because of a vibration noise at 1400 - 1700 rpm. A service bulletin was covering this problem. |
| Oct | 2012 | 37220 | 200 | Loose tie rod end on left side has been replaced under warranty. Brake cleanup and front pads change as it burned because it was stuck in the dust. |
| Apr | 2013 | 50840 | 0 | 1 bolt broken on the right side manifold. It made a small tick noise at startup for 1 minute. Repaired quickly. |
2011 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 21300 | 0 | Loose tail light. Missing screw. |
| Dec | 2012 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 5000 | 0 | They replaced the Torque Converter. Car STILL vibrates when the MDS kicks in at 35-50 mph |
| Jan | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Car vibrates when MDS kicks in. |
2010 Dodge Ram 1500
Engine not specified
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 27000 | 600 | Brakes failed at 27k brake pad literally fell off. dealer said new england weather caused erosion. |
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Alaska, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 7000 | 0 | Minor leak at rear window passenger side. Dealer re-aligned or replaced weatherstripping. |
| Mar | 2013 | 24000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | right rear window upper corner leaked. |
| Feb | 2012 | 15000 | 350 | front wheel drive on 4WD failed. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 33000 | 0 | Driver's side tie rod end replaced under warranty, TSB. |
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
310-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 9000 | 0 | Belt flew off on the interstate and remained in engine compartment. I was able to wrestle the truck off the road. Belt in engine compartment reinstalled. Dealer replaced tensioner and belt. |
| Mar | 2013 | 21000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 36000 | 0 | truck nav system/ radio stopped working |
| Nov | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 28000 | 0 | Window defrost inoperable, rattle noises from mid console/dash when the vehicle is started. Problem was broken plastic vent pieces (dampers) in HVAC system. There's a TSB bulletin on this for software upgrade related to HVAC controls. |
| Apr | 2011 | 29000 | 0 | Replaced Drivers side mirror (side mirror ice defrost failure). Replaced broken plastic front seat shroud that houses the power seat controls (dealer possible damaged it in a prior service). Replaced rear tailgate spoiler. |
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
310-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 0 | Replaced Driver Side Roof Drip-rail molding that has come unglued on the end. | |
| May | 2010 | 0 | Replaced Rear fender flare that had become warped and started to separate from the body. Under Warranty. | |
| Oct | 2010 | 0 | Replaced Rear fender flare that became loose from missing bolts and started to detach from the body for a second time. | |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | Rear Axle howling - replaced rear axle pinion gears. | |
| Jan | 2011 | 0 | Rear axle howling still. Removed and Replaced entire rear axle due to warped axle housing. | |
| Oct | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 35000 | 16 | FRONT END SUSPENSION RATTLE. NOT FIXED BY DODGE. INFERIOR BALL JOINTS, TIE RODS |
2008 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 0 | Install new water barrier and door panel on drivers side rear door due to rattling and deformed door panel. warrantied Replaced instrument cluster due to errant lighting coming from the back of the cluster causing the turn signals, information lights to illuminate. | |
| Jan | 2013 | 988 | Dealer replaced lower portion of HVAC box, mode 2 door and replaced connectors for remaining mode doors. Repair was due to poor design of mode doors (plastic). common problem | |
2007 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 47 | Oil change, noticed front passenger side strut leaking, dealer booked in repair. | |
| Dec | 2008 | 0 | Leaking front passenger side strut, dealer replaced part, with no questions asked. | |
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 143 | Pinion seal (rear axle) leaking. Pinion seal found to be bad and replaced. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | Stress crack on passenger side back door window. Replaced and re-tinted under warranty. | |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | Hemi badges faded, replaced both under warranty. | |
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 50 | EGR Valve Replaced | |
| Nov | 2011 | 0 | Removed broken Re-circulate door. | |
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 0 | Front right shock was blown, left upper ball joint bad | |
| Nov | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | Transmission leak from the front pump. | |
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 105000 | 1200 | The front axle broke. |
| Mar | 2013 | 107000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 34700 | 0 | Dash cracked & defroster vent fell to pieces into the defroster duct while driving down the road. Truck is otherwise in excellent shape. Dodge cust.ser.referred me to dealer that was going to charge me $85 to look at it. Done with Dodge. |
| Mar | 2013 | 35000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Manitoba, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 33480 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 34720 | 600 | Rotors needed replacing. The work was done. |
| Jun | 2011 | 44640 | 600 | Transmission was slipping, but still driveable. Repair was done prior to real damage occuring. |
| Jul | 2011 | 45260 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Montana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | Power steering unit. no charge oxgen sensor & catalytic converter no charge | |
| Mar | 2013 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 250480 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 251720 | 11042 | wheel studs broke off rear, replaced studs but had to do rear brakes as a result of damage |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 151000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 153000 | 250 | brake lines needed to be flushed, new pads and rotors were installed |
| Dec | 2012 | 192000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 0 | EGR valve replaced | |
| May | 2010 | 65000 | 100 | Power steering rack leaking. |
| Oct | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 100000 | 400 | Clutch replaced 9 months ago, new clutch kit pilot bearing suffered premature failure. Replace (again) 10/2010. Parts covered by the shop. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Manitoba, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 86180 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 89280 | 30 | replace sway bar bushings |
| Jun | 2011 | 89280 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500
Engine not specified
| Dodge Ram 1500 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 113000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 119000 | 0 | Needed front right wheel bearing when sold. Needed water hose when sold. |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 30700 | 300 | Emissions parts replaced. Did a smoke test but no leaks in the system. Replaced more parts in the emissions system. |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 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 California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 56000 | 367 | Sensor before Cat. Converter was bad. |
| Dec | 2009 | 71000 | 579 | Manifold problems Bad Catalytic Converter |
| Apr | 2010 | 76000 | 1029 | Timing belt clicking noise, lifters, bad catalytic converter connection to exhaust |
| May | 2010 | 76000 | 1100 | Replaced catalytic converter, leaking exhaust manifolds. Leaking power steering pump. Repaired Third Brake Light. |
| Sep | 2010 | 80000 | 110 | Could not replicate the problem - Changed oil as requested and reset check-engine light. |
| Oct | 2011 | 101000 | 0 | Check Engine Light |
| Nov | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 56000 | 400 | Leaking power steering rack replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 91000 | 60 | Power steering pump was whining. Replaced and changed fluid. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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 South Dakota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 250 | Replaced rack and pinion, replacement R&P was defective, replaced a second time | |
| Mar | 2010 | 150 | R&P failed again, had a shop replace with warranted parts | |
| Dec | 2010 | 137000 | 40 | 2 broken wheel studs on passenger front tire, replaced all 5 Radiator cracked |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2003 | 0 | Transmission rebuild due to failed rear seal | |
| Aug | 2003 | 0 | Transmission replacement due to failed bearing, another failed rear seal | |
| Jan | 2007 | 450 | HVAC blend door | |
| Apr | 2008 | 750 | Steering rack replacement | |
| Apr | 2009 | 550 | Steering rack & outer tie rod end replacement | |
| Jul | 2009 | 320 | Crack in radiator inlet tank requiring radiator replacement $200 Blown front door speaker (torn foam surround) $120 to replace pair | |
| Apr | 2011 | 147000 | 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 | 2011 | 149000 | 450 | Replaced worn universal joints |
| Sep | 2011 | 153000 | 330 | Replaced front wheel bearings due to loud bearing noise; replaced brake rotors & pads due to wear |
| May | 2012 | 161000 | 100 | Replaced pass side tail light socket and bulb due to electrical short causing bulb socket to melt |
| Jul | 2012 | 162700 | 1073 | Replace 5spd manual transmission with used non-rebuilt unit from a lower-mileage truck |
| Oct | 2012 | 166000 | 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 |
| Mar | 2013 | 170000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 109000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 115300 | 1120 | radiator & temp gauge replaced. Replaced: instrument cluster gauge light, air bag module, tail light sensor. Seat belt convenience part pricing. |
| Aug | 2012 | 126000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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 Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 80000 | 1000 | truck could not shift out of park. part that allowed you to shift into gear after stepping on brake broke and needed replacement. |
| Dec | 2010 | 83000 | 350 | 4x4 maintainence |
| Jun | 2011 | 89000 | 500 | Brakes rotors pads needed replacement front and rear, tho front critical and rear could wait a couple of months, so only worked on front. |
| Sep | 2011 | 90000 | 1000 | Rear brakes replaced pads and rotors. |
| Oct | 2011 | 90000 | 1600 | replaced front lower ball joints. replaced 4 tires. replaced rusted brake line. replaced rusted exhaust supports |
| Jan | 2012 | 93000 | 530 | Replace exhaust system cat.back |
| May | 2012 | 94000 | 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! |
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 | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 85000 | 1500 | Upper and lower ball joints (required to have new upper a-arms), steering pump leak. Radiator cracked windshield wiper fluid container replaced. 4wd shift lever replaced |
| Jun | 2011 | 87000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 13000 | 900 | Unable to play some DVD's, Unit replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 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 Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2005 | 100 | Replaced power steering pump | |
| Aug | 2009 | 230 | replaced cracked front windshield | |
| Jan | 2010 | 350 | Replaced plenum gasket and cover with hughes racing repair kit. Gave tuneup at same time/plugs,wires,rotor and cap,o2 sensors | |
| May | 2010 | 450 | replaced condensor, air pump, thermostat, a/c lines | |
| Aug | 2010 | 140 | replaced heater core and evaporator | |
| Dec | 2010 | 300 | replaced exhaust from cat back due to holes | |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
230-horsepower 5.2L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 80 | Reflash of ECU to solve occasional spark knock. | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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