Speed Control Linkage Problems of Dodge RAM

Dodge RAM owners have reported 11 problems related to speed control linkage (under the vehicle speed control category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 2003 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 01/01/2003

2003 Dodge diesel truck. The throttle linkage position failed while the cruise control was engaged going up a steep incline. T he sensor became stuck and the vehicle would not decelerate going down the hill.

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2 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 11/01/2002

The consumer had a recall #b15, but the throttle was sticking at times. The consumer found out that the bracket for the bell crank was missing, causing the linkages to twist. The accelerator was sticking, and found the tps wiring bracket not bottled up, the tps bolts were loose and rear half of the bell crank were broken causing the bell crank to pull sideways, binding the throttle. The back part of the bell crank was replaced. Scc.

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3 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 10/15/2002

Consumer states accelerator pedal sticks causing the vehicle to surge forward, dealer notified replace and repaired ts.

4 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 06/10/2002

While driving, throttle linkage has broken in half in same location. Dealer has been notified. Mechanic has repaired this on several occasions; however unable to remedy this problem. Consumer states problem was covered under recall 02v161.

5 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 2001 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 05/10/2002

While driving vehicle and without warning, throttle linkage stuck, resulting in an accident. Problem occurred a second time; however, was able to cruise vehicle to side of the road. Dealership has been notified, and state could not find cause. Referred consumer to manufacturer.

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6 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 08/01/2001

When driving on highway z wink within throttle linkage broke which caused consumer to pull off to the side of the road. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer refused to provide any assistance. Please provide any further details.

7 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1996 Dodge RAM

Failure Date: 06/26/1998

When vehicle was put in drive it suddenly accelerated, causing a collision, resulting in minor injuries to driver. Dealer has not been notified.

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8 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1996 Dodge RAM

Replace missing bolt on throttle linkage were it bolts to fuel pump, reinstall drive shaft, run and check engine.

9 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

The consumer hasn't recieved recall service to replace the throttle linkage due to lack of parts. (NHTSA#02v161000).

10 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Dealer refused to repair recall 02v161000 throttle linkage. Consumer has made an appointment with another dealer. Please provide further information.

11 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 2000 Dodge RAM

Intermittently vehicle accelerated unexpectedly. Dealer has inspected the vehicle, and has not been able to duplicate the problem.

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