Automatic Transmission Column Shift Problems of Dodge RAM

Dodge RAM owners have reported 12 problems related to automatic transmission column shift (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 2002 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 04/26/2002

Transfer case is leaking, vehicle has been taken into dealership five times already for transfer case leak, but solutions do not work. *akconsumer received no help from the dealership. Consumer is requesting replacement of vehicle. Also there was a noise coming from the front of vehicle, the passenger quad door will not open with the inner handle, the lock rods were out of adjustment.

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2 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 2001 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 10/12/2001

While driving 4 wheel drive kept going into high 4 and then it goes back out. Then, their was a loud noise,and a burning smell.

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3 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 2001 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 10/10/2001

The column shifter has broken down a total of five times since oct 2001. It has been fixed each time by antwerpen Dodge at no cost. Would like to thank mr. Elliot abascal of antwerpen Dodge at 12420 auto dr. , clarksville, MD 21029, phone number 410 531 5701. This is the first Dodge truck that I owned and it's been a major disappointment, considering the fact that I paid over $21,000. 00 of my hard earned money and have to repeatedly turn it in for service. This is unacceptable. More importantly, if I were to engage the steering colum and it malfunctioned, I may get into a serious accident. Somebody may be hurt or even killed. Don't know what else to say except that I will not buy a Dodge Ram again unless this matter is resolved. Will go back to buying chevy trucks. I can be reached at 410 674 2667 or 301 429 5514 (work). Respectfully, ltc daniel l. Bloom, jr.

4 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 1999 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 10/01/2001

Consumer stated that the transfer case cracked and fluid seeped out. Consumer is wondering if the same heat from exhaust might cause some kind of breakdown.

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5 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 2001 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 04/01/2001

When putting spare tire on and when shifting vehicle into four wheel drive, transfer case makes a banging noise. Dealership is aware of problem.

6 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 1999 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 06/15/1999

Vehicle been experiencing ongoing problem with shift level not shifting properly into park. Dealer informed consumerthat nothing could be done.

7 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 03/31/1998

Transfer case seal failed causing damage to the rear bearings due to leakage. Mjs.

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8 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 1996 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 08/02/1996

Transfer case and universal joint broke.

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9 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 2002 Dodge RAM

As a state trooper, I have had a rancher explain to me that three of his 2002 Dodge 4x4 trucks have had the transfer case and drive axle "explode". One incident sent a part through the floorboard of the truck into the cab. Could these incidents be associated with the June 13, 2002 recall on brakes? the conversation came up when I told the rancher of my newly purchased Dodge pick-up truck. Thank you.

10 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 1998 Dodge RAM

While driving vehicle in 5th gear, it popped out of gear. When trying to put the vehicle in 5th gear, it went into neutral. Dlr says it needed a kit to be remedied.

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11 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Trans-cooler quick connect failed causing vehicle not to go into four wheel drive.

12 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem of the 1999 Dodge RAM

While driving the gear shift bolt broke off and flew into the motor, causing the vehicle not to go into gear. Is currently now unable to move. Dealer has been contacted.



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