Transmission Gear Slipping problems of the 1996 Dodge RAM

Six problems related to transmission gear slipping have been reported for the 1996 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Transmission Gear Slipping problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2001

Transmission slips most times when it shifts from 2 nd to 3 rd gear, vehicle has not been examined by dealer yet.

2 Transmission Gear Slipping problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2001

His transmission started slipping in August. I contacted the Chrysler corporation who stated that it wasn't their problem to have replaced, when we had 2 dealerships tell us that Dodge has always had problems with their transmissions, and that is why now they are offering the 7 year/70,000 mi. Powertrain warranty on all of their vehicles. We feel that they should recall this and have it replaced for no charge to us. The Dodge trucks we wre told have the longest running powertrain capabilities. We were also told that the transmission should not have gone out at 70,000 mi. When they are good for at least 150,000 mi. Before any problems should ever occur. If you should need any further information, please feel free to contact me at either number listed. Thank-you. Walter butler.

3 Transmission Gear Slipping problem

Failure Date: 08/07/2001

Transmission slips going from 2 gear to 3 gear.

4 Transmission Gear Slipping problem

Failure Date: 09/01/1998

While driving 60 mph the transmission will slip from drive tino neutral without warning, causing unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem. Please give any further details.

5 Transmission Gear Slipping problem

Four speed automatic transmission slipped before/after recall repairs.

6 Transmission Gear Slipping problem

Transmission slips while driving. Dealer has rebuilt transmission.




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