general problems of the 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 - part 1

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the vehicle was severely shaking and vibrating. The contact replaced the struts and tie rods; however, the failure persisted. The contact also stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the steering wheel felt extremely loose, and the vehicle was pulling to one side. The contact also experienced the "death wobble" on several occasions while driving. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 222,700.

The cv axle on the passenger side has gone out 3 times in the last 6 months. That's not just coincidence. And there is no extreme driving conditions or unnecessary turning going on.

We purchased this vehichle and the steering wheel has a slit through it like its been deployed I would like to make sure it is safe also the side passenger seat the front seems like something is pocking you through the seat like it is not supposed to be there also the whole steering system seems off and not safe . I would like it to be noted and a recall should be made before injury to anyone.

Front end suspension and steering problems, very loud rubbing sound and unstable feels like it might brake apart.

After filling up with fuel on serval different occasions the truck will shut off with no warning lights or service lights. This causes the power steering and everything to stop. When at a stop sign it can be started safely from park or neutral but when moving it has to be put in neutral to re start because the brake system does not work good either. It has happened at stop sign and stop light as well as driving down the road at 55 mph.

Tl-the contact owns 2008 Dodge ram. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 11v350000 (steering). However, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Premier Chevrolet 401 us-59 loop s, livingston, TX 77351 (866) 752-4873 was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and were not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. (parts distribution disconnect). Jw.

Shift lever broke off while driving out of my driveway. After backing out of parking spot went to put in drive, shifter got sloppy and nothing would engage.

No accident yet but forseen. The u-joint part of intermediate steering shaft is about to come apart. The truck has 110k mi. And if this comes apart I will lose all steering capability also have 2"ofplay in steering wheel causing difficulity in steering and weaving I believe this part should have much longer life than this and some sort of secondary mechanism to hold this together because if it comes apart while driving it will be a disaster. Ive never seen anything like this in any other vehicle.

65 mph the steering wheel wobbles uncontrollably. My job is located 60 miles from home, one way, all highway miles. Incredibly dangerous. I have my 4 year old daughter riding with me. If I slow down I can usually regain control of the truck, one day we may end up in ditch. I bought this truck hoping for a reliable and safe vehicle for my daughter and I, which I don't feel I have accomplished! I am terrified for other drivers on the road, steering may go out, and I can't miss work due to Dodge mistakes! we have owned this truck for less than 2months. Something has to change before something bad happens!.

While pulling my RV trailer, I noticed a growling noise and vibration coming from the front of my truck. The closer I got to home the noise got louder. Took to my mechanic and he had to replace left front wheel bearing hub, steering knuckle and alignment. It fixed the problems. Only 45594 miles. Cost $800. 00. Is this a recall for this vehicle? can I be reimbursed for my cost of repairs from Chrysler?.

Vibration and bouncing- wobble feeling with loose steering at speeds 55-70, from front wheels through steering wheel. Tires have been re-balanced several times as the possible cause but truck continues to have vibrations in front wheels at speeds 55 or higher. Continual brake noise, rattling sounds at all speeds after brakes have been applied 2-3 times under normal traffic conditions.

I just reached 70k miles. Now I have a major front end shake at highway speeds. (Dodge death wobble).

The vehicle began to shake violently and steering became difficult. I was forced to pull over after 2-3 miles.

I've been a Dodge truck on her for years when I want another vehicle but I have concerns reference my 2008 Dodge with the steering problem I drive the interstate every day I don't feel safe so what door need to do the truck is parked right now.

Driving on the highway whenever I hit a bump I lose all steering from a violent vibration. I have to show down to 30 mph to regain control.

While driving on the highway my steering wheel became way off center. I just figured I hit a pot hole and needed an alignment. When I got home I removed the front tires and noticed that the passenger side wheel bearing had separated and almost totally came apart. I called my local dealership and they stated that there was no recall for this on my vehicle. I purchased both front hub bearing assemblies and replaced them my self.

I just purchased this vehicle and within a week the key wouldn't go into the ignition and once in wouldn't come back out. The vehicle shuts off randomly locking the power steering and brakes. My right turn signal now doesn't go off and when I try to put it off my self the left turn signal activates! this went on back and forth a good eight times before both shut off. My front headlights (mostly right but cannot really see the left while driving) the lights shakes and bounces when I go over anything uneven. Upon coming to a sudden stop the truck pulled hard to the right causing me to swerve into the grass. This vehicle just doesn't drive right. The whole front end seems loose. I cannot drive over 50 or the rear end comes off the ground when I brake to make my turn. I'm taking it to the dealer this evening. My dealer 30 day warranty expires tomorrow. The 3 year 36000 manufacturer warranty is up since three years are gone - although the vehicle only has 31864 miles now. I cannot afford to make repairs while still financed. I'm a single mother of four and always have my four year old in the truck. It's to the point I no longer trust driving this truck.

2008 Dodge Ram 1500 4x2 - quad cab. While driving at approximately 70 mph front end began to shake and vibrate. Had front end alignment checked and tires were balanced and aligned correctly. Technician at private shop indicated that there was no unusual wear and tear noted in the ball joints either. Still driving vehicle with the same conditions occurring. Have not notified dealer/manufacturer yet.

My wife and 2 kids (4y and 6y) were driving over railroad tracks at about 25 miles per hour when suddenly the car turned off. Power steering and brakes were suddenly no longer available and my wife steered in the middle of an intersection before she came to a halt. Luckily nothing happened. She switched the transmission into p, the car started flawlessly and she parked it to call her mom to pick her up. I then got to the car and wondering what might have happened. Reading about ignition locks causing this symptom, I lightly tugged on the ignition key while idling. The car turned off easily. Knowing my wife puts whichever car key she needs on her key chain, I suspected that this may have been the problem. I tried it out and -sure enough- repeated the event. She normally drives her 2013 Jeep wrangler which has the identical type of ignition switch. This one however does not turn off the car when one pulls on the key while the car is idling in gear. I was surprised when I did not find a lot on issues with Dodge ignition switches and would never describe this occurence on a 7 year old car, if it hadn't been so terrifying. Never did I feel so unprotected! losing power and becoming a widower is really just one small tug away. . . . Thought I shared. . . . Of course I will get a new ignition switch.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving at approximately 3 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn without warning. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Had new tires and ball joint replaced and truck lined up 3 times and still shakes in front end. Turn steering wheel all way left and front end skips on pavement.

While driving at highway speeds the front end wants to pull to the left and right when going over a bump in the road. The steering wheel does not pull it feels like the wheels turning. I have had the alinement checked and had new tires put on. Still have the same trouble.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving over 45 mph, the front end of the vehicle and the steering wheel started to shake and vibrate violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 70,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that he attempted to have the vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13v529000 (steering) but was informed that the parts were not available. The contact felt that since the failure was reported in November of 2013, there should have been a remedy available before March of 2014. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that he attempted to have the vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13v529000 (steering) but was informed that the parts were not available and that the dealer was only receiving one part per week. The contact felt that since the failure was reported in November of 2013, there should have been a remedy available before March of 2014. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

After filling with gas, truck stalls at high and low speeds. . . . Vehicle dies hence no power steering, brakes etc. . . . . . . Has happened multiple times. . . . . Can throw into neutral and ignition functions. . . . Super dangerous at any speed.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 13v528000 (steering) and called the dealer to make an appointment. The dealer informed the contact that there were no parts available to remedy the recall. The contact called the manufacturer and they also confirmed that parts were not available to remedy the recall. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v529000 (steering) however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Went to check my tire pressures and took valve stem cover off and it snapped the top of the valve stem off even with the top of the valve stem. . . . 2 other valve stem covers are also seized on the valve stems on the truck. . Called dealer and they informed me that Dodge knows about this problem and they have replaced hundreds of them and the only way to replace them is to put another sensor in for 75 bucks cause they can not put regular valve stems in vehicles that have tpms sensors in them. . . They have not heard of any recalls to date nor could I find any online. . . This is a obvious problem with many Dodge vehicles with this metal valve stem and needs to be corrected.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 13v529000 (steering); however, the part needed for the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign id number 13v529000 (steering). However, the part to do the repairs was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure.

During the 5yr inspection was told the lt wheel hub assembly needed replaced due to bearings worn with appx 50000 miles electrical/engine; when driving going over rough surface, bump or rxr tracks the jarring can cause the truck to loose power shutting down all pwr steering and brakes this has happened on muti occasions. When trying to duplicate unable to cause shutdown.

Noticed vehicle constantly pulling to the left and took it in to find out the alignment was out ever since this date about every three months I have had to realign the vehicle because it pulls to the left.

While driving at 75 mph, the issue became apparent as entry into a curve began. The steering of the vehicle (2008 Dodge ram quad cab 1500) became less responsive with a great amount of vibration. As the curve in the road straightened out a loud pop came from driver side front and rear axle areas. Witch also created a large uncontrollable body roll and sway. Howling noise is greatly apparent at higher speeds. With this issue the vehical feels un-solid and constant body roll feels as if you were traveling on a boat. Many items recalled on other Dodge vehicles during same year, but not on the vehicle in question, have the ability to caise the same issues. This could create a tragic and catastrophic loss of life in the vehicle of failed parts or the family next to them on the road. "drive safe, because today could be the day you save your familys life".

My vehicle was taken in for an oil change, at this time we found that it was driving funny. The inspection that was performed during routine service found a leak of failed seal in the steering unit. Also noted around quarter panels rust bubbles are appearing under the paint.