Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2004 Dodge RAM. The number one most common problem is related to the steering linkages (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the hydraulic power assist steering system (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Linkages problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems |
2004 Dodge Ram. Consumer states problem with front end of truck. Consumer describes a shimmy and shaky motion the consumer stated when she drove over a rough spot in the road or a bump going off a bridge in cruise control mode, the entire truck would shimmy and shake. Read details...
: the contact stated without warning the power steering pump failed while driving 25-30 mph. This caused the steering wheel to lock up. The contact pulled on the steering wheel with such force; it caused a power steering hose to blow. This also caused a pulled muscle in the contact's shoulder. Read details...
While driving 55 mph a liquid fluid leaked from top of the hood onto the windshield. Consumer was able to maintain control, and pulled over. Once the hood was lifted up consumer noticed that the steering pump solenoid was empty. The liquid had apparently leaked out. Read details...