Four problems related to steering have been reported for the 1997 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving 65-70 mph steering locked, vehicle skidded into tree. After inspecting vehicle mechanic stated steering knuckle had broken and could have caused steering to lock, and in turn accident.
There is too much play in steering, vehicle taken to dealer 3 times. Dealer said this was a characteristic of vehicle.
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The consumer has been experiencing problems with steering/suspension. When driving, cosumer has problems controlling the vehicle. They have had the alignment fixed 6 times, and the steering wheel repaired 7 times. The manufacturer has been contacted.