Engine problems of the 1998 Dodge RAM

Four problems related to engine have been reported for the 1998 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine problem

Failure Date: 04/29/2002

Engine blew a rod, causing engine to rattle.

2 Engine problem

Failure Date: 01/08/2002

Oil changes were done every 3000-5000 miles. The third and fourth piston rods were worn down and then broke. ******dims 11 ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*****7757169.

3 Engine problem

Failure Date: 05/21/1998

Truck vibrates between 30-67 mph. Dealer has changed the torque converter, drivershaft, replaced ring and pinion, yoke, bearings and seals. Truck has burned 1/2 qt of oil per 1000 miles since new.

4 Engine problem

Consumer states while driving at highway speed the engine will shut down causing lost of power steering. Please provide any additional information. Ph.

Other Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of the 1998 Dodge RAM

Gasoline Engine problems	8
Car Stall problems	4
Engine problems	4
Engine Exhaust System problems	3
Engine Failure problems	3
Engine Noise problems	2
Check Engine Light On problems	2
Engine Belts And Pulleys problems	2
Oil Pump problems	1
Blown Head Gasket problems	1
Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems	1
Engine Stall problems	1

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