Axle Assembly problems of the 2001 Dodge RAM

Two problems related to axle assembly have been reported for the 2001 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Axle Assembly problem

Failure Date: 05/15/2002

Rear axle is leaking oil. Dealer notified.

2 Axle Assembly problem

Failure Date: 05/08/2001

Consumer's son was driving at approximately 50 to 60 mph and vehicle drifted off on side of road, 6 to 8 inch drop, which caused right rear rim to bend, resulting in right rear axle breaking. A private mechanic informed consumer that axle did not fuse together properly.




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