12 problems related to steering have been reported for the 2000 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
They did not include the 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 yet I have had the same experience several times. When travelling at highway speeds and hitting a bump or pot-hole in the road, the front end begins to shake violently and does not stop until the driver jams on the brakes and brings the truck back down to below highway speeds. Some people contribute this phenomenon to the worst possible downside of having a coil-sprung front suspension on a truck with a track bar. Unlike a typical suspension set up, Dodge ram trucks will continue to shake long after hitting the bump to the point that controlling the vehicle is nearly impossible until the driver slows down. The current lawsuit alleges that Chrysler learned about the death wobble defect with Dodge ram trucks in the mid-2000s but waited four years before conducting a series of recalls from 2009 through 2013. Chrysler classified the recalls as safety recalls, h36, h46, k28, l16, n62, n49, and n63. The recalls addressed various parts of 2009-2012 Dodge ram trucks’ steering linkage system, including its tie rod assemblies. The complaint alleges that the recalls excluded many affected vehicles and that Chrysler provided replacement parts that were also defective, forcing Chrysler to make additional recalls to remedy prior recalls. Consumers have reported that Chrysler does not have enough replacement parts to repair all the vehicles for which it has submitted recall notices and that drivers have been put on long waiting lists for repairs. Chrysler’s steering linkage defect and redesign. Allegedly, the ball stud is defective in the Chrysler suspension design. The driver’s side tie-rod ball stud that Chrysler used is too weak to and is known to fracture under normal driving conditions. The tie rod is a “crucial link” in the vehicle’s steering system. A loose tie rod can cause any vehicle to have an excess shimmy or the dreaded death wobble. The tie rod can affect front-end alignment. This happen several times in the last 15 years.
2000 Dodge Ram 2500 dash panel broke off while driving and became wedge between steering wheel and metal framework.
Loss of steering control.
The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would veer to the left and right without any warnings. The failure occurred multiple times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not inspected or diagnosed. The failure mileage was 62,000.
The steering on my 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 has been sloppy/wanders for about the past two years. First, I replaced all four tires with the same standard tires. I then had it aligned and the mechanic couldn't get the steering wheel straight. So I took it to the dealer, and they recommended an independent alignment shop. There the mechanic replaced the track bar and got the steering wheel straight. That seemed to tighten up the steering wheel a bit. Several months later the wheel was sloppy again. I took it back to the dealer, and they got in and test drove it with me. They did acknowledge that the wheel was "loose" but the Dodges just had loose steering. They also said they could tighten up the steering gear box. So I let them do that. But when I went to pick up the truck, the service manager told me that I might have to replace the gear box soon. Before I did that I wanted to see if anyone else had this problem, and they did. Many people on the turbo diesel register web site have this same problem. This is how I was referred to this web site. If so many people have problems with the steering, why isn't a recall issued to correct the problem.
I purchased a used 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 a few weeks ago. Since taking ownership it has become extremely clear to me that the steering quality of the vehicle is extremely poor. The truck wanders all over the road and requires an excessive amount of corrections. I have had new tires put on and an alignment done. The problem still exists. I have let others test drive the vehicle and they all ask what is wrong with the steering.
While driving at low speed or low rpms there is a loss of steering . Dealer contacted, said it was designed that way.
The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact was driving 50 mph and was having difficulty maintaining the vehicle in a straight line. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.
Steering wanders always fighting todrive,the speed control never keeps an even speed transmision is always shifting and most times will not shift back to 4th gear after climbbing ahill,the transfer case makes a whining noise at any speed or gear all together this truck gets 5. 5mpg hwy and has no power it is rated for 8,000 pounds trailering and I cant tow two snowmobiels reported to attny. Gen . Following up on lemmon law proceedings . Just wanted my findings noted so the general public is aware of these problems. Becouse Chrysler sais they are not. . . But funny how I found three other people w/same problems and have already had ther trucks bought back by Chrysler. In my area alone!makes ya think. . . . I hope.
Loose steering cant be fixed, lies and deception by Chrysler and they always say could not duplicate the problem. . Read more...
Vehicle wanders do to the steering at any speed. Dealer says manufacurer instructed them to adjust it 4 degrees in the alignment. Steering box has been replaced, but it doesn't help with the problem.
In reference to a complaint (10053275) concerning failure of steering box, which led to the loss of power steering capabilities on the vehicle.