Table 1 shows 19 common power train related problems of the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the axle assembly (ten problems).
The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the reverse gear was non-functional. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who informed the contact that the reverse gear retention clip came out and disintegrated. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. Read details...
98 Dodge Ram 1500 quad cab - the bearings in the rear end axle assemblies of these trucks fail prematurely. I have found many inquiries over the internet about this problem. All of the vehicles have low mileage (less than 100000 miles) and the bearings have worn out. Read details...
When backing the vehicle out of the garage, I noticed an oily substance in the center of the vehicle directly below the rear differential. Inspecting the vehicle, I could see there is a leak emanating from the drive-shaft and differential where the pinion seal is located. Read details...