1998 Dodge RAM Club Cab
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Owner complaints
12 complaints2 involved a crash4 injuries
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- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Service brakes, hydraulic
I have had problems with my pick-up since day-1.my rotors were warped from the beginning(this being a brand new vehicle). There was a rattling noise from my engine; I thought were the valves. Six years later I found out that it was the catalytic converter. It over heated my engine,transmission, and…
I have had problems with my pick-up since day-1.my rotors were warped from the beginning(this being a brand new vehicle). There was a rattling noise from my engine; I thought were the valves. Six years later I found out that it was the catalytic converter. It over heated my engine,transmission, and radiator. I was past my warranty period so it cost me over 3,000 dollars because of a defective catalytic converter. The year before and after my model were on recall,quit puzzling or denial for profit. I am now on my fourth radiator with only 116,000 miles. My transmission had to have major work done on it from the heat caused from the cad plugging up. This caused damage to my radiator,water pump,valves,piston rings,and seals. I have spent thousands of out of pocket dollars because of their defective catalytic converter. I love my truck but I am pissed that a simple part ruined so much of my truck,especially since they recalled the same part in the year prior to mine and the year following. Seems real fishy to me. Also,i don't know if this IS an adverse effect or not,but I have been having major problems with my brakes. I have had my calibers replaced twice,my rotors immediately upon purchase,and my rear brake cylinders. All within 116,000 miles. I just replaced my rotors again recently. All of this seems really preposterous to me in the 21ST century. I had a 1976 grand prix back in the 1990's and had less problems than this pick-up. I am e-mailing you because I am sick and tired of just taking it. I am tired of corp. Just pushing us americans around. Thank you for your time. *tr
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1998 dodge RAM club cab with cooper futura dakota h/t tires, line size 33x/12.5/r15. While driving approximately 70 mph, the contact heard a noise coming from the rear passenger side tire. The contact merged onto the shoulder of the road and stopped the vehicle. After…
TL* the contact owns a 1998 dodge RAM club cab with cooper futura dakota h/t tires, line size 33x/12.5/r15. While driving approximately 70 mph, the contact heard a noise coming from the rear passenger side tire. The contact merged onto the shoulder of the road and stopped the vehicle. After inspecting the rear passenger side tire, the contact noticed that the tread of the tire had separated but the tire was not flat. The contact replaced the tire with the spare. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to mail the tire in for further inspection. The dot number was unavailable. the failure mileage of the vehicle at the time of failure was 93,250. The approximate failure mileage of the tire was 4,800.
- Structure
My 98 dodge RAM pick dash IS completely falling apart I've seen many other dodge trucks with the same problem the wiring IS exposed in the dash and appears to be a safety hazard if you where to be involved in an accident. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Engine would not throttle down almost caused accident. has happened on three different days beginning 06/17/2006. currently driving other vehicle until problem IS resolved. *jb
- Steering
Steering wanders. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
While passing a van on 4 lane highway was hit by another van that ran stop sign and pushed front end of 1998 dodge club cab p/u into the front seat area. My vehicle was totalled resulting in injuries to myself and step son. Neither air bag deployed. Informed chrysler of accident and the…
While passing a van on 4 lane highway was hit by another van that ran stop sign and pushed front end of 1998 dodge club cab p/u into the front seat area. My vehicle was totalled resulting in injuries to myself and step son. Neither air bag deployed. Informed chrysler of accident and the results(injuries) and they more or less laughed at me because the insurance company had already sold my vehicle for scrap. Without the vehicle they said they could do nothing for me. I'm not the only one who has had problems with air bags on this chrysler product. I informed chrysler that I had pictures of the truck but that wasn't sufficient for them. They are sorry people if ths IS the way they treat customers and do business.
- Engine and engine cooling · Steering
Durango radial a/t 285/75r16
- Air bags › Frontal
No deployment of airbag during collision caused consumer to hit head on steering wheel upon impact resulting in a mild concusion. nlm
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Fuel gauge system
Fuel sending unit failed. yh
- Steering › Column
Tilt column joint gets loose. yh
- Vehicle speed control
Speed control servo failed. yh
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Vehicle jumps out of drive gear into neutral during normal driving conditions, due to design of vehicle's V-10 which IS so heavy causing the frame to flex and the transmission IS designed with no "detent" to keep the vehicle in drive (design flaw). Mjs
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10229256KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10223854Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent. 3. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the oil pan flange.~ 4. The four piece gasket will need to be assembled to make a complete oil pan gasket. 5. Lay the oil pan gasket(s) onto the oil pan flange.~ 6. Ensure the oil pan gasket segment joints are properly aligned. 7. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the top of the oil pan gasket.~ 8. Install the oil pan. Starting from the center and working outward, tighten the oil pan bolts to 28 Nm [21 ft. lbs.].
- 10221686KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10191455Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only.
- 10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 1013900968069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or connector in the valve cover gasket is not the root cause to your concern. In addition, make sure that the wiring attaching nuts are torqued to their proper value.~
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