general problems of the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500

Ten problems related to power train have been reported for the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2015

After receiving notification from Dodge that parts were available to correct the diesel fuel heater electrical connector (recall p65/NHTSA 14v-635) my Dodge dealer (rairdon Dodge, bellingham) told me the parts for the recall were on back order from Dodge. Subsequently the check engine light came on shortly thereafter and when diagnosed the problem was with the oxygen sensor system. Once again the dealer told me that the repair parts were on back order from Dodge and they would call when the parts arrived, this was close to a month ago and in the meantime the truck has been parked and not been used. I believe that this extended period waiting for back ordered parts is excessive and needs to be rectified, especially when Dodge indicated that the parts for the recall were available.

2 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 01/20/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started in cold temperatures, the vehicle accelerated independently without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that an unknown pump needed to e replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the technician informed that the vehicle needed transmission fluid. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 12,800. Ss.

3 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 01/08/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, there was a jerking and grinding violently, the vehicle was trying to go in park and reverse at the same time, the failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic, was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified, the approximate failure mileage was 17,800. Rw.

4 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 11/07/2014

Towing 5th wheel trailer uphill in low gear, lost power,big bang smoke fire. !!!.

5 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 11/02/2014

I left the truck running, I walked about 20 feet away while doing some cleaning on my property and when I turned around I saw what looked like the ground on fire. It looked like fire dripping down from underneath the truck and in no time the truck burned to the ground. What do I need to do at this point? should I get an attorney?.

6 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 01/08/2014

While driving on the highway traffic ahead was coming to a stop because of a truck making a left hand turn I applied the brakes and the engine continued to stay at the same speed. I avoided an accident by shifting into neutral and noticed that the engine was running at 1,800 rpm. I then put the truck into drive with the brakes applied and it started to downshift the transmission very hard. This occurred several other times as I drove home. I took the truck to the dealer the next morning and had it serviced for a recall and the problem of a stuck throttle which I thought to be the problem. I was called back to pick up the truck on 1/10/2014 and immediately had the same problem later that day. I took the trick back to the dealer on 1/13/2014 and have yet to receive an answer to the problem only that they can not find a problem with it. This concerns me very much as this condition could and will in the future cause an accident,injury or death should it occur again.

7 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 12/16/2013

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated when vehicle was placed in gear when the transmission seized without warning. The vehicle started to jump forward and the faillure was recurring over a period of three months. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who could not duplicate the problem. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000.

8 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 01/22/2013

I have a 2012 Ram 2500 heavy duty and my left front axle seal started leaking. The dealer fixed it. Now 11 month latter it leaked again . They replaced it as warranty. Now one week latter started leaking again. Dealer still does not know what is going on.

9 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 12/31/2012

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while accelerating at 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred on multiple occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,500.

10 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2012

Correction of speed to entry made this date for VIN#[xxx] is 45 mph. Failure mileage is at 300 miles. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).


Other Power Train related problems of the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500

Power Train problems
10
Automatic Transmission problems
1

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