Suspension Noise Problems of Dodge Ram 1500

I purchased a used 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 and noticed that my suspension on my truck is not right. I experience jerking upon braking. It sounds like metal upon metal while I am driving. It is extremely loud also. Under my foot while I am driving I can feel the grinding noise and often it feels very hot.

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~tl- the contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The stated that while driving, and taken a different rout to school, the vehicle whent over five potholes causing damige to the front suspension, the control arm and tie rod. The vehicle was taken to get an alightment and the independent mechanic technician informed the contact that the front suspension, control arm and tie rod needed to be replaced. The contact mention that the vehicle now experiencing a rattling noise while driving since he hit the potholes. The dealer nor manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximatly 180,000. Aw.

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Tl the contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal cracking and grinding noise coming from the rear axle. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the rear suspension and wheel bearings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred. Jeff smith Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram (100 iffie rd, perry, GA 31069, (478) 988-8444) was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

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While driving city speeds abs and parking brake warning light appear for 10 sec and then turn off. Did not affect driving. While driving at any speed over any size bump, front end makes significant clank, bang, wobble noise. Can't locate issue, nothing is loose. Replaced struts, problem persists. Seems to be coming from front passenger steering/suspension area. While driving at any speed when applying the brakes, significant shaking while braking. Several obd codes; improper oil weight, have used manufacture recommended oil for every oil change. Oil is changed every 6000 miles or 3months. Obd code; low voltage. Obd code; transmission overdrive clutch.

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The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving at approximately 65 mph, there was an abnormal noise and the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the pinion nut rear axle and the drive shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v796000 (suspension) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.

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.

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At 4000 miles I noticed a "popping" noise from the driverside suspension. At 8000 miles the noise was much worse every time I drive over road cracks, joints, bumps etc. . . It was more severe. I took it to the local dealership to find out I have a defective shock. It has been 10 days since I took my truck into the shop. I have called Chrysler and the dealership multiple times and it appears the shock is on back order with no delivery date insight. As a consumer I am concerned that there is no fix, no aftermarket replacement. When I was at the dealership on the 2nd of July they said I was the first one on back order. There is now over 1600 on back order. Someone needs to look into this matter. I am frustrated that I am paying 700. 00 mo for a truck I cannot drive due to a lack of parts. Not to mention Chrysler has the worst customer service I have ever had a business dealing with. Never again Chrysler!.

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The contact owns 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, there was an abnormal grinding noise from the front passenger side tire. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic where the mechanic noticed that the front passenger side bearing was worn due to lack of lubrication. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign I. D. Number 07v038000 (suspension: front:wheel bearing) and called the manufacturer but the manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 100,000.

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.

Front end drive and suspension also steering column move and make a noise while driving making it feel like the front suspension is going to give way.

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The front suspension made a clunky noise. Dealer inspected four times and problem still exist.

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