One problem related to noises during shifting has been reported for the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While shifting from park into reverse or drive consumer heard clunky noise. Dealer inspected the vehicle and could not duplicate or correct the problem. A factory rep. Looked at the vehicle and stated it was a normal characteristic of the Ram 1500. Consumer stated he was not informed of the transmission problems until it was too late.