One problem related to transmission not engage has been reported for the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving 60 mph, the transmission shifted into neutral on its own and nearly caused numerous crashes. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was informed that a nut on the fifth gear was disengaged and caused the failure. Dodge stated that there was a remedy for the failure, but there was no recall. The current mileage was 57,400 and failure mileage was 57,000. Updated 01/02/08. Updated 12/12/07.