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2012 Ram 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (8%)

Chart based on 50 repairs.
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2012 Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

9000 mi 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. 

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2012 Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

37200 mi All of the tire studs have had to be replaced, due to cheep metal. As well as all of my lug nuts. Dealer tried to get out of repairing it! And to boots it all has been recalled! My reg automotive shop, had to fight Chrysler Canada, for it! 

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2012 Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

215-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

39000 mi

US $280
Driver's seatbelt buckle replaced. It would not latch reliability 

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2012 Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

54000 mi Check engine light for loose gas cap. Gas cap replaced light stayed on. Dealer reflashed computer to repair. 

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