10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1997 Dodge Ram 2500 transmission problems

transmission problem

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1997 Dodge Ram 2500 Owner Comments

problem #1

Feb 152000

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

On four occasions after encountering rough pavement or railroad tracks the front end of the veh has started to shake violently, necessitating coming to a complete stop to regain control. Had steering damper and traction bar replaced at 36768 miles. Again at approximately 45100 miles had same violent shaking of front end when crossing railroad tracks. Feels as if truck is flying apart and out of control until able to come to complete stop. Selling dealer has recommended replacing steering stabilizer. Will

- Yuma, AZ, USA

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