Seven problems related to steering wheel have been reported for the 1997 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Steering column failure, steering would vibrate when turning steering wheel; steering shaft, couping and damper had to be replaced. Believed this problem is premature/defected at 47,000 mile of wear. Please feel free to provide any further details.
While driving steering wheel and column locked up, causing loss of brakes and steering.
Reoccurring problem with steering column failure, first incident occurred on 16-Jun, 1997. Reoccurred again. Also, needs steering shaft, couping and damper replacement. Both vehicles would be repaired at an independent shop. Please feel free to provide any further details.
The consumer has been experiencing problems with steering column. The consumer replaced the steering column twice. In addition, when the steering wheel steers, it makes a clunking noise. The manufacturer has been contacted.
Faulty steering column; dealer had to replace two steering columns due to unnecessary noise, and steering wheel became hard to turn.
When driving there was a noise and a popping. Vehicle remains under warranty, dealer was notified and stated that the steering column was defective and repaired on two occasions, 8/27/97 and 5/4/98. Problem occurs when steering wheel is being turned to make stops and turns, speed limit ranges between 55-65 mph. Problem happens continuously.
When driving along the vehicle wanders on the road ; also, there seems to be too much play in the steering.