Two problems related to automatic transmission torque converter have been reported for the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. While idling at a stop light the rpms increase as if the vehicle would accelerate. He has to grip the steering wheel tightly to prevent vehicle movement. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. He was advised that the torque converter in the transmission would fail. He has to pay to replace the transmission. The failure mileage was 114,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. While parked on an incline, the contact started the vehicle and placed his foot on the accelerator pedal. The vehicle then drifted backwards. He took his vehicle to the local dealer and they stated that this was a normal characteristic for the transmission torque converter to drain backwards. In order to reverse this failure, the vehicle must be placed in neutral for 2- 3 minutes before shifting into reverse. The contact stated there were no warnings or direction in traction. The current and failure mileages were 14,250. Updated 12/12/07.