Seven problems related to suspension noise have been reported for the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving 15 mph, a loud noise emitted from the rear of the vehicle and the rear axle locked. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the rear axle pinion nut separated and damaged the rear axle housing and the drive shaft. As a result, the rear axle the pinion nut, the drive shaft, the charcoal box, and the rear bumper needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v796000 (suspension). The failure mileage was 160,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact heard a loud grinding noise coming from the front passenger side wheel bearing while driving. In addition, when activating the right turn signal, the left turn signal would illuminate and when she activated the left turn signal, the right turn signal would illuminate. Sporadically, both turn signals would become inoperable. The dealer advised the contact that her VIN was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 07v038000 (suspension:front:wheel bearing ) and offered no further assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. No repairs were performed nor was the vehicle diagnosed for the failure. The current and the failure mileages were 69,579.
Suspension, wheel bearing failure 5/26/11 2006 Ram 1500 started as a loud howling noise, ranged from 25 >70mph then went to a grinding noise with a vibration in turns mainly right hand out of warranty 68000 mile, payed big bucks to dealer to replace left frt bearing assembly, it had failed, found a recall 07v038000 had been done when trucks were built for same issue, manufacture states truck was just a couple months out of recall period recall time11/7/05 and 4/27/06, factory tag on truck shows mfg date of 06/06 sorry for your luck, have found so far 19 more just like mine since the recall has happened that has filed with “nhtsa� how many has not, not knowing there is a national problem , how many close calls or fatality’s must happen before NHTSA takes notice that it allowed Dodge to short change this recall, 07v1038000 needs brought back with amendments, replace without prejudice note- dealer was asked during repair how many of these that has had a problem, answer very few to none was the answer, ouch at time of the recall over 38000 vehicles is considered only a few ??.
Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 quad cab. The contact was driving 40 mph when the vehicle started to vibrate and a clunking noise emitted from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that both front driver and passenger side wheel bearings needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised that the VIN did not qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 07v038000 (suspension:front:wheel bearing ). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 43,966 and the current mileage was 65,453. Kmj.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact was driving approximately between 55-65 mph on normal road conditions. There was a loud grinding noise coming from outside of the vehicle. The steering wheel began to vibrate excessively. The driver was able to continue in operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 07v038000 (suspension:front:wheel bearing). The recall remedy was performed on the vehicle. However, the technician refused to replace the front wheel bearings. The identical failures progressed. Currently, the vehicle is inoperable. The vehicle has not been repaired at this time. The failure mileage was 3,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 20 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. As a result, the front passenger side wheel separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that an unknown part related to the wheel suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign numbers: 10e040000 (wheels) and 07v038000 (suspension) and believed that the recalls were associated with the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Suspension/brakes: front end wheel bearing vibration/rubbing noise. Replaced several sets of worn tires after spending $189. 00 through firestone for lifetime alignments/tire balance/rotations the constant rubbing vibration noise have not alleviated. Brake rotors warped & replaced because of the issue with the pitman arm & front wheel bearings. Chrysler recall campaigns f05, g02, n62, NHTSA campaign 13v528000, 10e040000, 10e013000, 07v038000, 06v038000. Front wheel bearings still noisy, front end vibration still present & alignments constantly necessary. Service bulletins 08-004, 41, & 1900805 related to suspension steering part of this issue. Electrical: ignition key locking up & unable to turn the key to start the vehicle. Had to forcibly turn or “wiggle” the steering wheel, which is locked, in order to get the key to turn. Numerous occasions had to leave the vehicle & return in the future to attempt to turn the ignition key. Turn signal (service bulletin 08-002-12) flashes & intermittent wipers operate incorrectly. Sudden flashing back & forth of signals has almost caused car crashes on numerous occasions. Intermittent wipers stop suddenly at mid windshield point obstructing view. Both operated from the same left handle. Cruise control surges constantly when engaged. Numerous occasions surged suddenly on a hill or bridge almost causing loss of control. Tachometer shows anywhere from 0 to 250 rpm when stopped & has caused stalling of the engine. Operating the vehicle at speed (55mpm for instance), it only shows 1000rpm. During the period of ownership had to replace 3 batteries. This seems excessive for the age of the vehicle. Therefore, considering all the electrical related issues there must be a defect since all of these problems still exist. Service bulletin 5015 related to electrical systems are also parts of this issue.