general problems of the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500

Rear axle pinion nut was loosening and pinion was leaking. I had this happen on another 2006 Ram 1500 where the nut backed all the way off and the drive shaft hit the road.

I was driving and the rear drive shaft fell out of the truck and the rear locked up making the truck undrivable. I heard this is a common problem in Dodge rams and it is definitely a safety issue and there should be a recall to address this reoccurring problem that can cause a loss of life or life threatening accident.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate after the vehicle was idling, the vehicle inadvertently stalled without warning. The failure occurred intermittently and became more frequent. The vehicle was lunging forward while idling and was shifting hard while driving. The contact stated that the coil pack relay might have malfunctioned. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the main fuse box under the hood had exposed fuses and the box was easily accessible. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic and the fuel pump was replaced. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.

Muy loose in diferencial damage back drive axel I diferencial.

I was driving down a street heard a pop then my truck slid side to side as I was trying to get control of the truck and then it lifted off the ground. And it came to a complete stop. Parts of the vehicle were on the road with transmission fluid. The mechanic I go to says the whole back rear end needs to be replaced. Everything.

I have tipm problems where I had to disconnect the plug connections and replug. Then I was told by a 20 year Dodge ram certified mechanic to actually beat on the outside of the box the tipm was in. I was stranded for 3 days not being able to start my truck. The beating part worked to get me on the road again. He said it needs replacing. I found several small companies that have started business exclusively to repair Dodge ram tipm units. They all have different levels of repair options and costs. If that alone doesn't disclose a need for a recall I'm not sure if anything else could. I'm disabled and alone and isolated in the desert for covid when this problem started last week on the last Tuesday in Feb 2021 and called the indio CA Dodge service on Saturday to schedule repair to the tipm when the mechanic advised me of the beating technique which has worked since that sat. My truck has experienced issues since I purchased it showing multiple different codes yet none really affecting the general performance. Other then lights on and not passing smog the truck was running decent with bad gas mileage. Now it's remained with varied check lights and codes have since changed since the beating. It appears that Dodge has this tipm problem with many of it's lines within the entire network of related vehicals. In my case I was out of food, ice, gas for heat in freezing temps and 70+ mph winds with no vehical to use. I'm 70 this year and it was not a fun few days. I bought the truck the end of summer 2020. I've purchased several parts and products at auto suppliers and also several used parts at pull your own part places. I think Dodge knows this is a huge issue that they should be recalling but since they aren't forced to and people pay for parts and repairs their actually profiting from their own faulty parts and laughing all the way to the bank while people suffer.

Front passenger seat seatbelt locked - cannot use. Vehicle makes humming noise while driving. Just purchased vehicle in August 2018.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the gear shift would not shift into second or third gear. The contact mentioned that the gear shift only shifted into first gear. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.

Driving on i70 pulling trailer, when rear axle pinion nut came off and locked up rearend while in heavy traffic. My truck was built in sept. 2005. They recalled over 200000 trucks built up to Aug. 2005. They didnt recall enough to include mine. Came very close to crashing.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the clutch when all of a sudden the clutch sensor bearing failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the clutch fan and throwout bearing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 33011907. The approximate failure mileage was 189,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving 35 mph, the rear of the vehicle seized without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the pinion gear failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer (ed voyles Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram, 789 cobb pkwy se, marietta, GA 30060) informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v796000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed what the local dealer told the contact. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer (32536277) and was referred to NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000. The VIN was not available.

Strange vibration in suspension system when reaching speeds between 50 - 70 mph. I am experiencing rough riding as I excellerate to the above speeds on the highway.

Takata recall I get two recall notices a week about the drivers airbag, and the clutch safety switch. The passenger air bag is also under recall since July 1, 2016, but the dealer does not have the part and I do not get notices about it.

Hub assembly on right front broke and the right front wheel came of at highway speed.

Truck only has 26,000 miles , rear deferential made whining noise while driving 55 mph on hwy , immediately stopped truck and had towed to dealer , dealer states entire read end needs replacement.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving at an unknown speed, there was a delay when shifting gears. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to inspect and diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 05v461000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 57,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving at 35 mph, the rear wheels seized and the vehicle veered to the right. The contact noticed that the pinion nut fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was aware of NHTSA campaign number: 12v474000 (power train); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 174,000.

Approx. In 2012 I filed a complaint that the rear pinion gear had snapped on my truck. The dealership recommended installing a new / used rear end. I had the used rear end installed. On 5-7-2015 while on the highway the axle on the rear end abruptly broke. This occurred at approx. 60 mph. Almost causing a catastrophe. The wheel broke away as well as the brake caliper, thus loosing my brakes. As a result damage to the body also occurred. As I said I did file a previous complaint but was told that even though there is a recall on the rear ends on some of these models mine was not one. I paid the $2,500 or so to have that resolved. I feel this shouldn't have ever happened as this vehicle let alone twice. As of now my vehicle is awaiting a inspection from the dealership as well as insurance.

Back rear driveline just fell off driving at around 30mph. Leaking seals were also found. Truck completely froze, right off the freeway exit and almost caused accidents that could have been fatal. Truck would not move until it was towed . . Apparently there is a recall for 2005,2009-2011 years for this problem, but not 2006 . . Im wondering how that happened costs were 2860. 69 to fix.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the four wheel drive service warning light illuminated. The contact stated that as she attempted a turn, the vehicle independently engaged into four wheel drive high and caused the engine to operate roughly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the four wheel drive selector needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000. . . Updated 04-22-14 the consumer the problem seemed to be common, as his VIN was included in a TSB from 2007. The consumer didn't understand why he had to pay $350 to update the problem via Dodge's software/computer module program. Updated 04/23/14.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While unlocking the vehicle with the key fob, the vehicle started to roll away without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the totally integrated power module needed to be fully replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

Winding noise at low speed also have problem with head light it don't turn on (driver side ) directional door for a/c heather broken.

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received a recall notification. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the right tire rod detached. The vehicle was repaired by the owner and the tire rod end and the steering stabilizer were replaced. The manufacturer was made aware but stated that the recall only applied to the driver's side and not the right side. The failure mileage was 33,000. The contact also expressed dissatisfaction for the time it's taken to received the parts. Nw.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle would not accelerate and the steering suddenly malfunctioned. The contact was unable to control the vehicle and crashed into a tree. No injuries were reported and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired. The contact was not aware of the exact repairs made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 94,000.

This is the tenth time my truck has stalled out since I have owned it. There is no warning, errors or codes. It has taken place while driving, turning at low speeds and while stopped. Most recently was today in which I was almost rear ended and a victim of road rage by the other driver. The truck does start again, but it takes a few minutes. The truck will then run fine for a while and then it occurs again. Weather and road conditions do not have a factor in this. Ii have noticed that this is a common problem with many Dodge owners. This is a severe safety issue. I have been to the dealer and they have found no issues. All of the maintenance is up to date and beyond. I have all documents to prove the above mentioned. Dodge has replied by stating that the vehicle is out of warranty. There has to be an answer to this. This is a life safety issue. Please look into this.

The problem started in 2009. Went to drive the truck and could not get the truck to drive over 20 mph. Was able to get it to a dealer close by and had to have the throttle body positioning sensor replaced. Since that date I have had to have this same sensor changed 8 more times. Each time the private mechanic talks to Chrysler and they recognize there is a faulty problem with this part and will not recall the item. When this sensor goes out it will not let you drive more than about 20mph. Also had to replace the accelerated pedal positioning sensor 4 times. Blinker problems noted by many other consumers I have also had. Where you turn on the left blinker and the right blinker comes on. As well as the a/c problem many consumers have mentioned the door breaks and then all you have is outside air coming in. My mechanic has tried to get replacement parts from Chrysler to repair the problem and Chrysler does not sell this part (please explain to me how they can make the vehicle and not sell the part to repair it when it breaks knowing it breaks often). Tie rods have also been a problem with my truck. No matter how tight they are they continue to come loose even after being replaced and then the truck will shake. My main concern at this point is it intermittently will die while driving down the highway. It will start right back up but will die again and then it wont duplicate the problem for 2 or 3 days and then will do it again. Have not been able to diagnose this problem yet. If anyone knows any suggestions to look at please advise.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the pinion nut became loose, cusing a leak from the rear pinion area. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 13v038000 (power train) but did not confirm if the vehicle was included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who confirmed that the axle pinion nuts were loose. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.