Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Dodge / Ram / 1997
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
901108679 DODGE RAM 1997 97 dodge ram customer states that the dash has many cracks and the front speakers are not working and with several unexplained electrical issues**cc
901108678 DODGE RAM 1997 97 dodge ram customer states that the dash has many cracks and the front speakers are not working and with several unexplained electrical issues**cc
007106285 DODGE RAM 1997 THE 1997 DOGE RAM DASHBOARD STARTED CRACKING, AND NOW THERE WAS A LARGE HOLE IN THE CENTER OF THE DASHBOARD. *AK
006105301 DODGE RAM 1997 Tl*the contact owns a 1997 dodge ram. the contact stated that the vehicle's dashboard has begun to crack. the crack travels from the windshield down
006091318 DODGE RAM 1997 Tl* - the contact stated that approximately 2- 3 days after purchasing the vehicle had difficulties inserting the key into the ignition. the contact
006090505 DODGE RAM 1997 Tl*- the contact has a 1997 dodge ram with an odometer reading of 70000. on 12-18-06 while driving in dry weather conditions at 25 mph the hood
005046017 DODGE RAM 1997 Dt: the contact stated while driving 55 mph the axle broke, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and hit a chain link fence, then go to the
004308807 DODGE RAM 1997 FRONT HOOD FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING 40-50 MPH, CAUSING DAMAGES TO THE HOOD AND THE HOOD HINGES. DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED.*AK
004305228 DODGE RAM 1997 The consumer states the front brakes have failed completely. the dealer states the vehicle was riding only on the caliper and the left rotor has
004303174 DODGE RAM 1997 Consumer stated that while driving headlamps went out, and they won't come back on. he checked the fuses and other parts and nothing worked. this
003277561 DODGE RAM 1997 Paint began peeling off on the roof of the truck approzimately 1 year ago. since then the all of the paint on the roof has peeled off and now the
001276268 DODGE RAM 1997 my 1997 dodge ram 1500 truck has severe paint delamination that began in 2001 and continues to get worse every year. i am in the process of going
003274947 DODGE RAM 1997 WOULD NOT SHIFT, SHIFTING ROUGHLY, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON, HIGH RPMS
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003274709 DODGE RAM 1997 The paint on my 1997 dodge ram 1500 truck turned a milky white color on the hood and the top of the cab. estimated cost of repair to paint the truck
003274708 DODGE RAM 1997 The paint on my 1997 dodge ram 1500 truck turned a milky white color on the hood and the top of the cab. estimated cost of repair to paint the truck
002274463 DODGE RAM 1997 PAINT PEELING, OF COURSE
002274206 DODGE RAM 1997 BAD PLENUM GASKET. FUEL AND OIL MIX. AND STEERING OUTPUT SHAFT LEAKS A THE GEAR BOX. AND TRUCK WONT IDLE IN THE COLD
002274205 DODGE RAM 1997 BAD PLENUM GASKET. FUEL AND OIL MIX. AND STEERING OUTPUT SHAFT LEAKS A THE GEAR BOX. AND TRUCK WONT IDLE IN THE COLD
002274204 DODGE RAM 1997 BAD PLENUM GASKET. FUEL AND OIL MIX. AND STEERING OUTPUT SHAFT LEAKS A THE GEAR BOX. AND TRUCK WONT IDLE IN THE COLD
002274203 DODGE RAM 1997 BAD PLENUM GASKET. FUEL AND OIL MIX. AND STEERING OUTPUT SHAFT LEAKS A THE GEAR BOX. AND TRUCK WONT IDLE IN THE COLD
003257897 DODGE RAM 1997 PASSENGER EXTERIOR MIRROR WILL NOT STAY LOCKED IN POSITION AND FOLDS BACK WHEN PULLING OFF FROM A STOP. *JB
004257108 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving, the consumer smelled a fuel odor inside of the vehicle. the consumer inspected the vehicle and saw fuel leaking from the fuel rail
998245281 DODGE RAM 1997 AFTER FILLING VEHICLE WITH FUEL THE FUEL GAUGE WILL READ EMPTY. THE FUEL-SENDING UNIT IS THE CAUSE OF IMPROPER FUEL GAUGE READING. *AK *PH
998245280 DODGE RAM 1997 AFTER FILLING VEHICLE WITH FUEL THE FUEL GAUGE WILL READ EMPTY. THE FUEL-SENDING UNIT IS THE CAUSE OF IMPROPER FUEL GAUGE READING. *AK *PH
0000243173 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving at 65 mph consumer smelled something burning. then, headlights went out. there was recall 99v024000 concerning headlights; however
003243123 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving at 35-45 mph vehicle suddenly stopped accelerating. the vehicle felt as if it was in neutral. transmission burned fluid, causing it to
003234458 DODGE RAM 1997 WHILE TRAVELING AT 50 MPH VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING. DEALER STATED TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKED INTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. *AK
0000221462 DODGE RAM 1997 CONSUMER STATED THAT OIL LIGHT HAS ILLUMINATED, AND OIL IS BURNING TOO FAST. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK
002220545 DODGE RAM 1997 While traveling on the highway, the 5th gear to the transmission went out. *ak it was discovered the nut which held the 5th gear into place became
003212954 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving, the headlight switch shorted out which caused all the lighting on the dash board to go out. the headlight switch also melted all the
002206536 DODGE RAM 1997 The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair of the fuel gauge, fifth gear and recall. when the vehicle was picked up two weeks later the other
002206535 DODGE RAM 1997 The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair of the fuel gauge, fifth gear and recall. when the vehicle was picked up two weeks later the other
002206534 DODGE RAM 1997 The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair of the fuel gauge, fifth gear and recall. when the vehicle was picked up two weeks later the other
999206136 DODGE RAM 1997 THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL, WHICH RESULTED IN A COLLISION/INJURY.*AK THERE WAS A RECALL REGARDING THE ISSUE. *JB
003206109 DODGE RAM 1997 The vehicle had an electrical shortage under the dashboard, which resulted in a fire. *jb the consumer has requested information about other
002204431 DODGE RAM 1997 The consumer had a recall #b15, but the throttle was sticking at times. the consumer found out that the bracket for the bell crank was missing,
003203510 DODGE RAM 1997 CONSUMER WAS TOLD VEHICLE HAD 4-WHEEL DRIVE, BUT SOON DISCOVERED THE VEHICLE WAS NOT EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL AND RUINED THE TRANSMISSION.*JB
0000201137 DODGE RAM 1997 CONSUMER REQUESTED THE STATUS OF 2 PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS THAT WERE SUBMITTED.*JB *JB
0000200262 DODGE RAM 1997 Vehicle experienced problems with the intake gaskets. consumer replaced them twice and then had problems with carbon build up. the vehicle needed a
002197667 DODGE RAM 1997 Nar 1/15/2003. the consumer discovered a design flaw with the fuel tank metal support straps. the flaw may cause the fuel tank to drop from the truck
001192741 DODGE RAM 1997 Applied the brakes and felt no response nor any decrease in speed other than releasing the accelerator, resulting in hitting the vehicle in front.
999191501 DODGE RAM 1997 NO SUMMARY
999191189 DODGE RAM 1997 NO DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVERSIDE AIR BAG DURING VEHICLE COLLISION RESULTING IN INJURY. *MJS
002189621 DODGE RAM 1997 CONSUMER STATES ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SURGE FORWARD, DEALER NOTIFIED REPLACE AND REPAIRED TS
0000183093 DODGE RAM 1997 Dealer refused to repair recall 02v161000 throttle linkage. consumer has made an appointment with another dealer. please provide further information.*
998181510 DODGE RAM 1997 Intermediate shaft was defective, causing steering column to break. after contacting dealer.*ak consumer had the intermediate shaft replaced twice
998181509 DODGE RAM 1997 Intermediate shaft was defective, causing steering column to break. after contacting dealer.*ak consumer had the intermediate shaft replaced twice
998181508 DODGE RAM 1997 Intermediate shaft was defective, causing steering column to break. after contacting dealer.*ak consumer had the intermediate shaft replaced twice
998181507 DODGE RAM 1997 Intermediate shaft was defective, causing steering column to break. after contacting dealer.*ak consumer had the intermediate shaft replaced twice
002179867 DODGE RAM 1997 Vehicle jumped into reverse while it was turned on. consumer was on the standing on the outside. dealer not informed. please provide moree
002175998 DODGE RAM 1997 After starting vehicle consumer shifted to reverse, suddenly vehicle accelerated and engine revved. consumer applied brakes, which did not stop
002173642 DODGE RAM 1997 VEHICLE WAS PARKED, ENGINE RUNNING AND ROLLED BACKWARD INTO GARAGE. DAMAGE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME.*AK
002171371 DODGE RAM 1997 CONSUMER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE, FRAME ON PASSENGER'S SIDE CRACKED WHERE FRONT COIL SPRING WERE ATTACHED. *AK
000168927 DODGE RAM 1997 Catalyic converter was clogged up, taken to the dealer, and had it replaced. currently, problem is reoccurring. feel free to provide any further
002167563 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving 70 mph left front wheel completely came off, causing loss of vehicle control. dealer replaced wheel hub/ brake rotors. please give
000162676 DODGE RAM 1997 Front bumper fell off vehicle on driver's side. part on passenger side is loose. bolts fell out of bumper mounting brackets. contacted dealer and
001159974 DODGE RAM 1997 FRONT END ACCIDENT WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. HAD NOT CONTACTED A DEALER AS OF YET. *AK
0000159201 DODGE RAM 1997 While traveling at highway speed driver's side mirror would fold in, causing poor visibility when changing lanes. please provide further information.*
001156292 DODGE RAM 1997 Gas guage on dashboard gave false readings. consumer ran out of gasoline more than once although gas gauge showed ample gas left in gas tank.
998156040 DODGE RAM 1997 A solid steel adjusting rod in throttle linkage has broken three times. each incident causes vehicle to fall into an idling gear during normal
001154837 DODGE RAM 1997 When driving on highway z wink within throttle linkage broke which caused consumer to pull off to the side of the road. consumer has contacted
001153728 DODGE RAM 1997 Two original goodyear wrangler tires experienced tread separation, another tire looked bad, so goodyear prorated all five, one of the replacement
001153378 DODGE RAM 1997 Lugs: nuts sheared off right rear wheel. all 5 have sheared off at different times. contacted dealer, and dealer stated lugs: nuts were either too
001150969 DODGE RAM 1997 Vehicle was going 35mph and hood flew up. vehicle is not driveable because latches will not catch. dealer will not assist because there is no
997149225 DODGE RAM 1997 Rear view mirrors mounted on both doors of vehicle failed to remain in one position and "flopped in wind". dealership was unwilling to assist
001149224 DODGE RAM 1997 Headlights failed to remain on while in operation. dealership has informed consumer that this vehicle was not included in recall 99v024000, and
0000146448 DODGE RAM 1997 INTERMITTENTLY TRANSMISSION HESITATES AND THEN WILL KICK IN. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
0000146017 DODGE RAM 1997 Driving 45-55mph, vehicle would vibrate, but can be controlled. taken to dealership twice for vibration. had drivershaft replaced to correct
0000146016 DODGE RAM 1997 Driving 45-55mph, vehicle would vibrate, but can be controlled. taken to dealership twice for vibration. had drivershaft replaced to correct
001145635 DODGE RAM 1997 THERE IS NO SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEM PRESENT IN VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE CAN BE TAKEN OUT OF PARK WITHOUT USE OF A KEY. *AK
000143549 DODGE RAM 1997 WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH HOOD FLEW OPEN. MECHANIC SAID THAT LATCH WAS DEFECTIVE. CONSUMER NO LONGER OWNS VEHICLE. *AK
001142398 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving 65-70 mph steering locked, vehicle skidded into tree. after inspecting vehicle mechanic stated steering knuckle had broken and could
001141712 DODGE RAM 1997 PROBLEM WITH ROTORS. THEY HAD ROTORS REPLACED BECAUSE THEY WERE MAKING SOME NOISES. CONTACTED DEALER ,AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK
001141515 DODGE RAM 1997 AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR WOULD BE LEAKING WHEN ITS TURNED ON.*AK
998140641 DODGE RAM 1997 On/off switch for headlights is located in cab of vehicle. there is a box in dashboard that switch feeds into, it has been replaced several
001138184 DODGE RAM 1997 Pulling a horse trailer down an incline while traveling at approximately 5 mph when lost control. dealer repaired defect, and stated that reason
001135392 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving at approximately 45 mph consumer applied brake and skidded about 10 feet,hit another vehicle head-on. upon impact,driver airbags did not
001135391 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving at approximately 45 mph consumer applied brake and skidded about 10 feet,hit another vehicle head-on. upon impact,driver airbags did not
001135210 DODGE RAM 1997 Vehicle was involved in a frontal crash, airbag deployed, however did not prevent consumer from hitting steering wheel and sustaining injuries,
999134704 DODGE RAM 1997 2 WHEEL LUGS BROKE, AND 2 WERE LOOSE AND FELL OFF AFTER BEING TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION. *AK
997134166 DODGE RAM 1997 While braking, vehicle will not stop, dealer states brakes are withing specification. front tires keep wearing, dealer can not find reason for wear
0000133655 DODGE RAM 1997 FUEL GUAGE WAS INOPERABLE AND MISREAD AMOUNT OF FUEL IN VEHICLE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
000132121 DODGE RAM 1997 CONSUMER HAD A HEAD-ON COLLISON, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER SUSTAINED SOME INJURIES. *AK
000131353 DODGE RAM 1997 Consumer had problems with front end/steering. vehicle had a 60,000 mile warranty. dealer drove vehicle & said it was fine. on april 5, 2000,
999131030 DODGE RAM 1997 Original equipment on a 1997 dodge, ram, wrangler at, 245/75r16. while balancing tires mechanic noticed tread separation, tire was replaced. on 6,
0000128676 DODGE RAM 1997 Nut on transmission is slowly loosening when shifting. when the nut falls off, 5th gear is no longer working. dealer will not authorize repairs of
999126466 DODGE RAM 1997 Intermittently while driving along accelerator pedal goes to the floor without application, causing unwanted acceleration. this happens with or
0000125187 DODGE RAM 1997 DIFFERENTIAL BEARING ARE DEFECTIVE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
0000124643 DODGE RAM 1997 Whenever driving exterior mirrors would turn inward. driver would need to use interior mirrors to see other vehicles on side. took to dealership &amp
0000123676 DODGE RAM 1997 There is a padded material laying against exhaust pipe which has already slightly burned. vehicle is not included in recall 97v126000 although has
000122651 DODGE RAM 1997 Peoo 020; consumer was traveling about 65mph on highway and vehicle started to shake. right rear tire tread separated, and sheet metal was damaged
999117422 DODGE RAM 1997 GEAR BOX AND PITMAN ARM WERE REPLACED. CURRENTLY, VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING PREMATURE WEAR OF THE TIRES. *AK
999117421 DODGE RAM 1997 GEAR BOX AND PITMAN ARM WERE REPLACED. CURRENTLY, VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING PREMATURE WEAR OF THE TIRES. *AK
999117420 DODGE RAM 1997 GEAR BOX AND PITMAN ARM WERE REPLACED. CURRENTLY, VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING PREMATURE WEAR OF THE TIRES. *AK
000115348 DODGE RAM 1997 WHILE DRIVING ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE, TOTALLING THE VEHICLE. *AK
999115305 DODGE RAM 1997 Right front brakes make a clanking noise while driving. noise stops when applying brakes. vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions,
000115078 DODGE RAM 1997 Consumer called dealer to make an appointment for air bag repairs. appointment was scheduled for the next day. when consumer called to confirm
0000114762 DODGE RAM 1997 While traveling noticed gear slipping, and sensor indicator light coming on. dealer has been notified, and stated that transmission needed to be
0000114761 DODGE RAM 1997 While traveling noticed gear slipping, and sensor indicator light coming on. dealer has been notified, and stated that transmission needed to be
0000114135 DODGE RAM 1997 When driving at 55-60 mph consumer noticed loss of acceleration. vehicle started to jerk. consumer contacted the dealer, dealer linked the problem to
998113119 DODGE RAM 1997 When consumer turned on vehicle airbag light came on the dashboard. consumer notified the dealership, and they fixed the problem. but two days
000108636 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving at 60 mph, transmission went out without any kind of warning. truck was towed to the dealership. transmission was replaced on feb 4
999106960 DODGE RAM 1997 Vehicle was hit by another car on the front. the other vehicle was traveling at about 50 to 60mph. driver's side airbag deployed, and driver's sweat
999106729 DODGE RAM 1997 Driver side seatback bolt which supports the seatback has broken, causing the seat to recline in the rest position. consumer has contacted the dealer
002096359 DODGE RAM 1997 While operating brake pedal, brake pedal travel suddenly increased when i applied brakes. i stopped along the shoulder of the rural road upon which i
998089581 DODGE RAM 1997 Had to make a accident avoidence manuever. the brakes would not stop the truck, had to run off the road to avoid impact. resulting in damaging a front
0000087922 DODGE RAM 1997 Truck manufactured with tire size standard lt225/75r16, but sold with sport pkg. tires p265/75r16. braking system undersized for tire size.
001083895 DODGE RAM 1997 Made three trips to dealer for engine light over a period of 45 days. first trip was on 10/3/01with a charge of $132.25 tech found torque converter
001083894 DODGE RAM 1997 Made three trips to dealer for engine light over a period of 45 days. first trip was on 10/3/01with a charge of $132.25 tech found torque converter
001080949 DODGE RAM 1997 The thottle stuck in the wide open position and would not return to idle. the brakes were just able to stop the vehicle. shifting to neutral caused
001080086 DODGE RAM 1997 LINE RUBBED AGAINST FRAME, AND RUBBED HOLE INTO BRAKE LINE. *AK
000076188 DODGE RAM 1997 What i really want to know if these people sold me a lemon! now i went to get a smog check and they tell me with a grin in their faces that my truck
001073617 DODGE RAM 1997 Transmission failed due to transmission fluid not reaching overdrive mechanism. it started slipping as i was driving home late one night and it
001073233 DODGE RAM 1997 THIS WILL BE THE FOURTH TIME THIS PART IS BEING REPLACED AND THIS TIME IT CAUSED A FIRE AND GOD ONLY KNOWS WHAT WILL HAPPEN THE NEXT TIME. *AK
001070578 DODGE RAM 1997 I have had two failures in the past month. first is the fuel pump failed at 57k miles at a cost of $498.00. second, my truck is currently in the shop
000070384 DODGE RAM 1997 At 60,000 transmission replaced; 68,000 both u-joins replaced; 75,000 differential rebuilt; 80,000 universal joint replaced; now differential slips
000070383 DODGE RAM 1997 At 60,000 transmission replaced; 68,000 both u-joins replaced; 75,000 differential rebuilt; 80,000 universal joint replaced; now differential slips
000068329 DODGE RAM 1997 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
001067251 DODGE RAM 1997 Mechanic explained that overdrive failed, causing complete destruction of transmission, torque converter and related electronics. mechanic also
000066340 DODGE RAM 1997 THE TORQUE CONVERTER SHREDDED ITSELF IT COST $2000 TO MAKE ALL NECESSARY REPAIRS TO TRANSMISSION
001066189 DODGE RAM 1997 Went to dealer twice. they said it wasn't under warranty. the time before my high beams were the only lights that came on. i am very upset because
000065742 DODGE RAM 1997 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
000065714 DODGE RAM 1997 Transmission would have late or no shift into third gear causing engine to rev to high rpms not allowing the vehicle to go over 45 mph. upon taking
0000065429 DODGE RAM 1997 We have changed tire brands. transmission or driveshaft is still noisy, but does not seem to effect anything. it should be on recall but the car
0000065426 DODGE RAM 1997 We have changed tire brands. transmission or driveshaft is still noisy, but does not seem to effect anything. it should be on recall but the car
000065219 DODGE RAM 1997 Transmission ceased to work while driving at 55 mph. no forward movement. had truck towed home. drove the next day, but would not shift into 2nd. gear
001063687 DODGE RAM 1997 Please delete odi #739665. this is the revised complaint. the first repair to the accelerator sticking was done at the cadillac truck center in
001063685 DODGE RAM 1997 The first repair to the accelerator sticking was done at the cadillac truck center in cadillac, michigan. the last two repairs were done at bonney
000059693 DODGE RAM 1997 Four tires have developed large bubbles on tread surface caused by tread separation. *ak (tiresize: lt245/75r1)( dot number: tire size: lt245/75r1
998055682 DODGE RAM 1997 Cruise control will not maintain speed, it keeps on accelerating until max vehicle speed is obtained. dealer notified under warrenty did not receive
000052859 DODGE RAM 1997 Manufacturer replaced part free of charge, however, i had to pay for 12 hours of labor. having an obviously defective part in a three year old vehicle
999050692 DODGE RAM 1997 The failure of the rear view mirror appears to be a manufacturers defect. the mirror support arm became loose internal to the connection bracket on
999050691 DODGE RAM 1997 The failure of the rear view mirror appears to be a manufacturers defect. the mirror support arm became loose internal to the connection bracket on
000050490 DODGE RAM 1997 NO SUMMARY
000050149 DODGE RAM 1997 The rearend in the dodge truck makes a clunk when shifting from park to drive and drive to reverse it will make the same clunk (ring) when driving
000049660 DODGE RAM 1997 3rd orig. equip. tire to have tread separation while driving, significant vehicle damage. these are goodyear tires, do not feel that firestone is
000049659 DODGE RAM 1997 3rd orig. equip. tire to have tread separation while driving, significant vehicle damage. these are goodyear tires, do not feel that firestone is
000045555 DODGE RAM 1997 Outside seat back bracket of driver seat failed in rear end collision resulting in driver being moved into back seat. seat back bracket failed above
000040704 DODGE RAM 1997 I own a 1997 dodge ram truck and the drivers and passengers outside mirror will not hold into position (they swing in towards the door glass while
999031036 DODGE RAM 1997 BOTH SIDEVIEW MIRRORS COLLAPSE INWARD WHEN TRAVELING AT 60MPH. *AK
998029197 DODGE RAM 1997 Cruise control will not shut off at steering wheel button. also, cruise control will not shut off at touch of brakes. vehicle in four times for
0000027839 DODGE RAM 1997 While driving the stud bolts on left front tire broke, causing the left rear tire to brcome loose on the hub, the vehicle coasted onto the inside berm

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