Engine Exhaust System problems of the 2000 Dodge RAM

Two problems related to engine exhaust system have been reported for the 2000 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Exhaust System problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2003

The main problem with this 2000 Ram 2500 4 whdr cummins diesel, quad cab, truck is the Chrysler design defective front end. In my case, the trac-bar. This, in my area is a $439. 00 plus tax item, the dealer steals another $75. 00 plus taxes for installation. Two bolts hold this device in place and is only a 15 min repair. The trouble is in 30,000 km the new trac-bar has failed making it a chore to keep the truck between the lines. You dart all over in your lane depending on the pavement ruts and general pavement condition. I can see this design defect causing added stress and problems to the ball joints. This defect is a Chrysler problem and all costs to cover repairs should be covered by the manufacture and not the customer. This, and the other many, Dodge front end problems I feel is just cause for a recall order.

2 Engine Exhaust System problem

I had a recall for trailer hitch, (fixed) had a recall for emissions, ( computer adjustment)after that fuel mileage droped from 13. 5 to 8. 8. Took it to dealer in florida and they said they could not do anything about it. I would like to get it set back to 13 miles per gal. What can be done about this?.


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