general problems of the 2009 Dodge RAM

Two problems related to steering have been reported for the 2009 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Dodge RAM based on all problems reported for the 2009 RAM.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 09/13/2020

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 20-60 mph, the front and of the vehicle, the steering column and the steering wheel were shuddering significantly. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the death wobble. The contact stated that the failure increased significantly while driving on a bumpy road surface. The vehicle was taken to seral independent mechanics, where the vehicle was diagnosed but the failure could not be determined; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the tires were replaced twice by two tire mechanics; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was previously taken to an unknown dealer; however, the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2012

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle began to shake. The check engine warning light and the service needed warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however the failure was not determined. The dealer replaced the rear driver side rim, the rear and front driver and passenger side tires, and a replacement related to the rear axle however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however no further assistance was provided. The VIN was unavailable. The current mileage was 83,000. The failure mileage was 78,000.


Other Steering related problems of the 2009 Dodge RAM

Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems
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Steering problems
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