Gasoline Engine problems of the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500

Four problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 08/01/1999

When engine is cold engine dies when you come to a stop this pickup was taken to coliesum motors on twice while under warranty, the first time they informed me this was normal for a diesel this is the 4th Dodge diesel I have owned none of the others had this defect. The second time I returned the vehicle they set the idle up to 900 rpm this would push the vehicle thru stop signs and I had to ride the brakes to keep it under 30 mph. Every time I return this vehicle to coliesum motors they charge me for some repair that does nothing to repair this defect. This is a very dangerous condition and could result in an accident. I would appreciate any help with this situation. I have contacted Chrysler numerous times but they are no help.

2 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 04/01/1998

Engine is underpowered and experiences poor fuel economy since the vehicle was purchased, the mileage gets better as the engine breaks in. At 40,000 miles a second opinion was given which stated that there were engine problems. The dealer was contacted again, and could not duplicate the problem. The warranty has expired.

3 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 06/01/1996

Engine o-ring failure causing leaking.

4 Gasoline Engine problem

Engine jerks into gear without warning.


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