Table 1 shows eleven common suspension related problems of the 1999 Dodge Ram 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension (four problems).
Bolt attaching lower shock mount to lower a-arm has to great a threaded length causing the threads to bear on the lower a-arm, causing the threads to be ground down and the hole in the a-arm through which the bolt passes to be fretted and enlarged excessively. Read details...
There is extensive death wobble in my truck and makes it almost impossible to control. I understand this is a common and recognized problem by Dodge/Chrysler for their Dodge ram line. This is dangerous and an identified design flaw. It obviously happens while driving. Read details...
Popping sound heard coming from driver side front wheel area. I asked the dealer to inspect the vehicle while performing normal maintenance. The service department informed me that both left and right side top and bottom ball joints had failed and that I should immediately have them replaced. Read details...