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Dodge Ram 1500 repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (22%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (3%)
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Chart based on 572 repairs.
Dodge Ram 1500 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (1%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (15%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (28%)
Chart based on 114 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
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
| 4244 mi | Found bad left outter tierod end during MVI and replaced it. |
| 24800 mi C $80 |
Power Steering Hose coming from the cooler developed a severe leak at the fitting connecting to the steering rack. Had to replace the whole hose assembly (kit came with both hoses going to the power steering cooler). |
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| 90000 mi | Replaced coil over struts/shocks on front end. The reason for the repair was a defective front right coil spring. The truck would swerve when the driver let off of the accelerator. |
| 116000 mi US $350 |
Rattle when drive [stabilizer bar] |
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
| 50000 mi US $100 |
Left tie rod broken. Replaced under Maxcare warranty, $100 deductible. |
| 33000 mi | Driver's side tie rod end replaced under warranty, TSB. |
| 52300 mi US $300 |
Tie rod ends replaced and wheel alignment |
| 17300 mi | Front right shock/strut blown requiring full replacement. |
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
310-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 24300 mi | Tie rod end worn and replaced |
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 91220 mi | At the same time replaced the drivers side front wheel bearing. Truck sways uncontrollably at 85km/hr |
| 29000 mi | At last oil change, tech reported leaking right front shock. Was backordered, but dealer able to locate one at another dealer. Was installed in less than two hours, all under 3/36 bumper to bumper. |
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 106000 mi US $300 |
Replaced bad LF wheel bearing hub. |
| 119000 mi US $300 |
Replaced front wheel bearing that was getting noisy. |
| 135000 mi US $380 |
The Auto Zone wheel bearing hub that was installed in 12/16 failed. Replaced it with a Moog part. |
| 143000 mi US $840 |
Broken sway bar links replaced. Replaced both front bearing hubs that had become noisy. All 4 shocks replaced. Rears were leaking and fronts were factory originals. Ride much improved. |
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| 117800 mi C $1000 |
Steering Cooler, shock absorber four wheels, brakes pads, Thermostat and housing |
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
| 96720 mi | Warranty repair of rear axle yoke. |
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
310-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 133000 mi US $150 |
Wheel bearings were going out. Had a slight vibration in the pedal and they were starting to get a little noisy. I figured it was time after 10+ years. |
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
390-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 35000 mi US $16 |
FRONT END SUSPENSION RATTLE. NOT FIXED BY DODGE. INFERIOR BALL JOINTS, TIE RODS |
2008 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
310-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 151900 mi C $2200 |
Tie rod ends, shocks (front & rear), wheel bearings |
2007 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 114000 mi US $215 |
Replaced the rear shocks with Monroe 58640 towing shocks. |
| 118000 mi US $100 |
Replaced both outer tie-rods; upper/lower ball joints; sway bar bushings; and, stabilizer links. |
| 134000 mi US $738 |
Replaced both inner and outer tie rods as all components appeared to be original and had excessive play. Outer tie rod ends were not serviceable (no grease fittings). Replaced sway bar bushings and linkages. Equipment all appeared original. Bushings looked slightly worn (when inspected after removal) and linkages had excessive play. Replaced both upper and lower control arms as ball joints had excessive play and were not serviceable (no grease fittings). Was easier to replace the entire arms which came complete with new bushings and ball joints. Will save the old and order & replace with new parts for future service. Replaced spring insulator for lower control arms. One appeared OK, while the spring end had worn through the other. This is an often overlooked item when the front suspension is serviced. Complete front end alignment after all other items had been serviced. Replaced driver and passenger side wheel bearings. Symptoms: 1) groaning sound when vehicle slowed; 2) clanging sound when backing or slowly accelerating from a dead stop. Raised vehicle and performed wheel bearing check (grabbed each wheel and rocked back and forth). Wheels demonstrated play which indicates bearing failure. |
| 61000 mi US $150 |
One front shock was leaking, replaced both. Unable to get bolts out, had to have shop do the work |
| 78000 mi US $100 |
Truck would skip and shimmy on the highway from bumps. Replaced front shocks. |
2007 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 27778 mi C $47 |
Oil change, noticed front passenger side strut leaking, dealer booked in repair. |
| 28272 mi | Leaking front passenger side strut, dealer replaced part, with no questions asked. |
2007 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 74100 mi US $600 |
Had to replaced shocks and struts they were no good |
| 109000 mi US $300 |
Broken stabilizer bar repaired. Broke before purchase. |
| 112000 mi US $800 |
Strut - leaking |
| 114100 mi US $400 |
Outer tie rod cracked. Replaced. |
| 126000 mi US $2650 |
Rack and pinion assembly partially failed. Replaced. |
| 129000 mi US $1600 |
Replaced front struts both sides. Both were original to the truck. |
2007 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 132000 mi US $450 |
Replace all struts and shocks, tires |
2007 Dodge Ram 1500 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 38000 mi US $120 |
Replaced left tie rod. |
| 52400 mi US $350 |
Struts |
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 244077 mi US $934 |
Brought vehicle in for new tires and annual state safety inspection. Found three of the four ball joints bad - would not pass inspection. Replaced bother lower control arms/ball joints and drivers side upper ball joint. Repair complicated by the fact the lower ball joints are riveted to the lower control arms. Shop ended up replacing both lower control arms (w/new ball joints). Parts not in stock or available for two days. |
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 170000 mi US $30 |
Sway bar end link bushings wore out and were replaced with parts from rockauto.com These wore out fast, but I suspect this is due to the fact that they were cheap aftermarket parts. I did this same repair about 1 year ago. |
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 150000 mi US $800 |
Lots of wear. Squeaking loudly while driving. Danger of wheel falling off. |
| 160000 mi US $1200 |
Lower and upper ball joints needed replacement , then needs realignment. |
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 70000 mi | Front right shock was blown, left upper ball joint bad |
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 79360 mi C $400 |
The vehicle was making grinding noises. The bearings needed to be changed. |
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 142000 mi US $165 |
leaking power steering return hose |
| 159000 mi US $250 |
Driver outter tie rod and passenger lower ball joint. |
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
500-horsepower 8.3L V10 6-speed manual RWD
| 40300 mi | Replaced power steering pump.it was leaking. |
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 31000 mi | New power steering pump |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 132000 mi US $175 |
Some sort of bushing needed replacing. Was making a squeak/groaning noise |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 142000 mi US $70 |
Replaced power steering pump |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 188000 mi US $600 |
replace power steering pump |
| 69000 mi US $250 |
replaced rotors and pads, all four wheels. replaced front wheel bearings. |
| 92000 mi US $35 |
power steering pressure sensor switch failure. |
| 195000 mi US $80 |
Replaced worn stabilizer bar end links |
| 86000 mi US $1165 |
Upper and lower ball joints. Alignment. |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 82440 mi C $1800 |
Worn tire rod end, and all 4 ball joints (to a varying degree). Upper 2 can only be replaced with control arms (expensive!). |
| 114700 mi C $200 |
Stab bar links became loose and developed clunking on one side. Replaced both since the other side was close to going kaput too. The previously installed MOOG ones thus only lasted 40kkm or so. |
| 34100 mi | leaking rack , replaced under warranty |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 98500 mi US $550 |
Replace rack and pinion (leaking) |
| 62700 mi US $170 |
Power steering pump hose was loose and separating from the pump. Shop used a high pressure fuel injection clamp to reattach hose instead of the factory clamp. Shop cleaned up the pump and surrounding area. No further leaks. |
| 65000 mi US $1100 |
PWR Steering Rack, PWR Door Lock, O2 Sensor |
| 148800 mi C $2000 |
just bought the truck. had to replace front end and rack and pinion. also changed leaf springs and a extra leaf spring for higher payload and help with axle rap. |
| 65000 mi US $100 |
Power steering rack leaking. |
| 123000 mi US $141 |
Needed to replace left tie rod to pass state safety inspection. Dealer reimbursed me. |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 130300 mi US $1300 |
L front wheel bearing. Replaced l |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 72700 mi US $786 |
Replaced worn tie rod end and performed front end alignment |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 83000 mi US $450 |
rear shocks leaking, replaced |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
500-horsepower 8.3L V10 6-speed manual RWD
| 51200 mi US $750 |
Power steering lines and pump replaced due to leaking. |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 89280 mi C $30 |
replace sway bar bushings |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 83000 mi US $200 |
Replaced Lower Left ball Joint and had alignment of front end. |
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
215-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 163300 mi US $400 |
Replaced wheel bearings on front |
2003.5 Dodge Ram 1500 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 66000 mi US $200 |
Leaking power steering hoses replaced. |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500
Engine not specified
| 119000 mi | Needed front right wheel bearing when sold. |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 98000 mi US $600 |
Driver side wheel bearing shot. Replaced both sides. |
| 110000 mi US $900 |
Upper and lower ball joints replaced. Tie rod end bad on passenger side. |
| 126000 mi US $47 |
CEL came up, showing P0551 (power steering pressure failure). Steering worked fine, so I suspected the pressure sending switch. |
| 126000 mi US $291 |
A thrum got louder and louder 'til it became a drone. Replaced the driver's side front wheel bearing. |
| 114500 mi US $350 |
Wheel Hub assembly replaced on both front wheels due to noise. |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 138000 mi US $200 |
Left front bearing was toast. Had both front bearings replaced. |
| 144300 mi US $400 |
Control arm bushings, upper and lower of both sides in the front changed for new. Getting a lot of vibration. |
| 99000 mi US $350 |
Front wheel hub bad. |
| 82460 mi C $300 |
Noise from front end. Tie rod ends replaced, still hear noise. |
| 83080 mi C $130 |
Replaced left & right front stabilizer links Noise from front end area Replaced stabilzer links Noise gone |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
245-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 192000 mi US $985 |
Replace left front outer tie rod, right front inner tie rod, upper control arm left front. In May of 2016 I had all the tie rods and ball joints replaced prior to an alignment and purchase of new tires. 96 days later I experienced catastrophic failure on passengrr side. The pin snapped in the ball joint due to defective parts and botched installation done by a different shop location of same business. Shop replaced all parts and repaired all damage at no cost to me in Aug 2016. |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 93000 mi C $650 |
Right front wheel bearing. |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 67300 mi US $650 |
Installed new shocks, plus springs since no add'l labor. Just routine maintenance, really. Significantly improved ride. The truck was beginning to "bottom" more roughly and "clunk" more on bumps or rough pavement, of which we get a lot in Colorado. |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 76000 mi US $1100 |
Leaking power steering pump. |
| 267000 mi US $400 |
Lower ball joints were worn out resulting in loud squeaking. Replaced lower ball joints, upper control arms with ball joints, drag link bushings, tie rod ends, and sway bar bushings. |
| 97200 mi US $477 |
Left front wheel hub went bad, made groaning sounds. Truck did not vibrate or wobble or pull to one side. When taken apart looked like it was ready to completly fail New sticker Oct. Replaced hub,CV axle, up ball joint, out tie rod. |
| 83000 mi US $79 |
Replaced front Shocks. Cleaned control arms of dirt and debris and painted rusted areas on control arms and frame. |
| 73500 mi US $273 |
Found Power steering hose leaking between fitting and hose. Replaced hose. |
| 130000 mi US $240 |
Lower ball joint needed replacement, ended up replacing both upper and lower balljoints ( same age), $110. |
| 160000 mi US $125 |
Replaced rear shocks, The bilstein shock I put on several years ago had a bigger bolt hole and was making noises when driving. Replaced with KYB shocks ( with the correct bolt hole) |
| 178000 mi US $63 |
Swaybar link broke, replaced swaybar link |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 56000 mi US $400 |
Leaking power steering rack replaced. |
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 91000 mi US $60 |
Power steering pump was whining. Replaced and changed fluid. |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 125000 mi US $250 |
Replaced rack and pinion, replacement R&P was defective, replaced a second time |
| 127000 mi US $150 |
R&P failed again, had a shop replace with warranted parts |
| 139000 mi US $40 |
2 broken wheel studs on passenger front tire, replaced all 5 |
| 91340 mi | Outer tie rod loose. Replaced with Moog outer tie rod. Replaced upper and lower ball joints on the passenger side. |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
245-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 124000 mi C $300 |
REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP |
| 80000 mi US $1100 |
Rear leaf spring broke at the shackle. Replaced both leafs and attachment hardware. |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual RWD
| 200000 mi US $120 |
Removed and replaced Right Front Wheel Bearing |
| 112000 mi US $750 |
Steering rack replacement |
| 118000 mi US $550 |
Steering rack & outer tie rod end replacement |
| 153000 mi US $330 |
Replaced front wheel bearings due to loud bearing noise; replaced brake rotors & pads due to wear |
| 166000 mi US $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 |
| 195000 mi US $1800 |
Replace one inner and both outer tie rod ends |
| 195000 mi US $45 |
tie rod end stud broke causing loss of steering control while maneuvering in driveway |
| 195000 mi US $30 |
Replaced worn tie-rod end not serviced when other unit broke some months prior |
| 203000 mi US $400 |
Replace steering rack and outer tie rod ends |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 73780 mi C $450 |
right front wheel bearing replaced |
| 155000 mi | Bearing failed |
| 90000 mi US $1600 |
replaced front lower ball joints. replaced 4 tires. |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 85000 mi US $1500 |
Upper and lower ball joints (required to have new upper a-arms), steering pump leak. |
2001 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
245-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 45000 mi US $100 |
Replaced power steering pump |
2000 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
| 213000 mi US $350 |
Worn out suspension track bar and steering shaft. |
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