Table 1 shows nine common power train related problems of the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission cooler (twelve problems).
: the contact stated while placed in park with the engine idling, the vehicle went into reverse without warning. The vehicle was moving at about 5 mph. The sales/service dealer was notified but the contact was placed on hold and eventually the contact hung up. The manufacturer was not contacted. Read details...
: the contact stated the plastic transmission cooler fittings melted causing all of the transmission fluid to leak out very quickly. There is a NHTSA recall, # 97v084000, regarding the power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines. Read details...
Driving down interstate in 5th gear when vehicle suddenly, without warning lost 5th gear. Read details...