Catalytic Convertor Problems of Dodge Ram 1500

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the catalytic converter failed due to defective sensors. The dealer advised that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not replaced. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 111,000.

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: the contact stated while driving 65mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle operated at a reduced speed. The vehicle was seen by an independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic determined the catalytic converter had failed additionally, blowing the head gasket. The mechanic suggested replacing both the catalytic converter and head gasket to correct the problem.

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: the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the service dealer because the check engine light illuminated. The dealer determined the catalytic converter was bad and need to be replaced, but the vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, the dealer informed the contact of a warranty extension on the catalytic converter in the 1500 series with a larger engine. : the contact stated the latch that holds the child in the child safety seat comes unlatched very easily. The straps become very loose when this happens. The manufacturer has not been alerted. Updated 3/22/2006 - the manufacturer was notified of the problem. A recall had been initiated for this problem but the consumer seat was not included. The consumer sent the consumer a repair kit for the designer 22's which fixed the problem with is seat (22-390-VIN, og2b, 1/28/2004).

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1999 Dodge ram experiencing problems with the brakes and the catalytic converter. 1 year old and not on repository. When the brakes were applied a light on the dash illuminated. The dealer stated there was no problem with the brakes. The consumer took the vehicle to another mechanic, who stated he was sold a vehicle with no brakes. The mechanic stated the vehicle needed to front brakes with shims, front rotors, two front calipers, bearings, two rear shoes, two rear hardware, two drums and two rear wheel cylinders. The vehicle jerked when the consumer placed the gear into reverse. The front wheel on the drivers side would shake when the consumer hit a pothole. The windows would fog with a greasy film, the heating coil was replaced. The check engine light illuminated and the 02 sensor was replaced. The pcv valve hose was replaced, the left brake light bulb was replaced, 4 injectors were replaced.

Vehicle loses power and the catalytic converter gets red hot. The owner has taken the vehicle to the dealer. However, the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. Provide further details.

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Truck engine started smoking like it was on fire a big ball of smoke came out of exhaust people in the parking lot thought it was on fire as of this time we are waiting for the dealership to replace the engine and exhaust.

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Catalytic converter broke up and plugged exhuast, causing loss of power,can be dangerous all power to brakes went out & power steering. Gas tank could have blown up if a hole where to exist luckly this was not the case.

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Cruise control servo location immediately behind left front bumper can cause servo to bend and open throttle unintentionally. Also, a stud fastened to side that holds heat shield in place became detached. Dealer not aware of the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.

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Bad fumes from both inside and outside vehicle due to catalitic converter burning up. Rear end is making a humming noise.

Catalytic converter system failed twice.

While driving between 25 to 45 mph there is a vibration in exhuast system. Owner to vehicle to Dodge and Dodge replaced catalytic converter 5 times. Please provide any further information. Ts.

I had the exhaust system replaced. When I returned to pick up my vehicle from the shop I was informed that a defective catalytic converter was the cause of a rattle and that I should return to the dealer for replacement because the converter is under warranty to 80k miles. That evening I called Dodge customer service explained in detail what work had been done to the system. My shop told me to make sure I informed them of a weld. Dodge cs said no problem that the converter would be covered. Upon taking the truck to the dealer they informed me that they will not replace the converter because I had altered the system by replacing the factory exhaust. "the altering that was done was the front clamp which was rusted in place had to be cut off the system and replaced with a welded connecter" when I called Dodge customer service I spoke with a woman named bobbi I informed her that the only reason I replaced the exhaust was it sounded like the noise was coming from the muffler she said "why didnt you take it to the dealer in the first place"I responed that the dealer charged close to $500 for the same thing I had done at an exhaust repair shop for $300 and that it was the premature wear of something that should have lasted much longer ie the catalytic converter. She said that I should have taken it to the dealer and paid for the work in the first place and that if the dealer determined that the catalytic converter was bad they would have replaced it ,if it was the muffler I would have had to pay them $77 for 1 hour of diagnostic regardless of what was one. I paid $300 for an exhaust that I didnt need because of a defective catalytic converter on my truck that should be under warranty to 80k miles. I now have to pay another $250 dollars to replace the catalytic converter to bring my truck back in line with my local emissions because they refuse to honor the warranty because one clamp which was rusted in place was cut off of the factory piece when I had it replaced.

Catalytic converter failed.

Vehicle catalytic converter has a failure that causes the engine to run ruff and exhaust not to work properly.

Consumer states the catalytic converter is rattling.