Structure Related Problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500

Table 1 shows seven common structure related problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the dashboard crack (32 problems). The second most common problem is related to the structure (15 problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Dodge Ram 1500


Recently reported Structure problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500

The Dashboard Crack problem

The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the dashboard was severely cracked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.   Read details...

The Structure problem

My dash is literally falling apart. I bought it in February with 0 cracks and now it looks like a piece of peanut brittle. I searched and apparently this is a huge problem. I just want it fixed.   Read details...

The Body problem

When driving out of a hospital parking structure, when coming to the exit on the lowest level you must make a sharp right turn into the exit booth lane. When turning right, it was as if a "tooth" inside the steering gear broke off causing a collision with the rail while exiting the   Read details...


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