Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of Dodge Ram 2500 - part 1

The manifold bolts rusted away which caused the manifolds themselves to warp. In June of 2015 I had repaired this vehicle because of the same exact problem.

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The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving various speeds, he started to smell exhaust fumes inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.

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Engine died and would not start. . . While driving in traffic causing a near crash and blocking traffic. . Problem confirmed to be the ecm, and confirmed to be faulty by Dodge dealer and the cummings repair factory and not repairable. . Did not see or hear any warning. .

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, the headlights flashed off and on, and the battery failed to remain charged. The contact diagnosed an electrical ground short, a low voltage to the intake air heater relay, and the engine grid heater was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the extended warranty coverage for the failure. The failure mileage was 162,000.

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I was driving on i405 in washington state traveling southbound when I noticed smoke coming from my engine compartment. . . I pulled over popped the hood and took a quick look. . I noticed flames on the lower portion of the motor almost behind the firewall. . . Called 911. . .

Engines needing cam shafts lifters timing chains they over heat electric fans not working batteries explode transmissions stop shifting bad valve bodies bad electrical parts these trucks are driven around one location at 35 mph or less 24-7 and parked for long times at idle. No city or hwy driving 4 different trucks at dealerships since 9/16/2020 still not repaired.

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Driving down the road wont accelate then loose power , then afew a few minutes drives great then never know when it will not accelate drange losing power like that.

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At 70 mph the engine turns off as if a switch was flipped. This has happened multiple times, always on the interstate and always with cruise control on and active. It occurs more frequently in the hot summer months (110+ f). The warning light for the throttle control circuit sometimes illuminates. While still moving, selecting neutral, turning the ignition off and then back on allows the engine to restart. This can occur as frequently as every 60 miles, but the average occurrence would be around 150 miles.

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Truck burst into flames just sitting in the driveway. Truck had been parked and not started in 5 days.

Tl- the contact own a 2005 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the vehicle began to vibrate uncontrollably. The contact then drove the vehicle off the highway and the vehicle began to resume normal driving. No warning light illuminated when the contact experienced the failure. The contact drove the vehicle to be serviced at an independent mechanic and was told that she needed her upper and lower bushing kits replaced. The contact was also informed that her tire rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Jo.

Pcm has been replace for the 2nd time since the original one. The dealer has sent out the pcm for reprogramming. It was returned and the pcm does not function properly. If they can not find a used one, the truck is totally worthless. Dodge had stopped producing the pcm. Because of this Dodge is forcing me to replace a perfectly good truck except for the pcm. Because the truck was driven in California except for the last 4 years, there is no rust. There has been no recall. I don't feel I should have to buy a new/used truck because Dodge does not want to make the pcm. They are producing vehicles knowing the vehicle can't be fixed after a certain amount time.

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Vehicle intermittently and randomly shuts off at speed or stationary. Has happened numerous times at busy intersections and on highway. Power steering and braking power is lost.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500. While attempting to make a u-turn, the vehicle lost acceleration. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road, turned the vehicle off, waited a few minutes, and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle operated normally. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle suddenly accelerated while at a traffic light. The dealer diagnosed that the throttle position sensor needed replacement. The contact also stated that the vehicle was repaired four times for the same failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired again. The approximate failure mileage was 141,044.

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I was pulling a car from indio CA to phx. Az when it started ticking and smokeing and lost power I pulledover checked the oil and it was 2 quarts low it had never used oil before this it never got hot though I slowed way down and barely made it home.

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Truck has a 53 block which has cracked below the #5 cylinder freeze plug at 74,000 miles. First noticed overheating with loss of coolant that didn't go on the ground, then found 53 on block and found crack. Dodge will not even acknowledge the problem of the 53 block exists, and have been somewhat rude in their denials and lack of info. Cummins will at least acknowledge the problem, but has offered no solutions for a problem caused by poor block design. Estimates to fix are about $9,000. Which I can't afford. This problem should be covered under a Dodge extended warranty, however Dodge refuses to accept any responsibility. This issue can cause the truck to overheat, which could leave driver and passenger(s) stranded or even cause a fire.

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2nd time in 3 years power distribution module box caught on fire causing engine to die the keep running starter until we removed battery cables first time vehicle was parked. This time going down highway in traffic.

No indicators of any issues to this - while driving between 65 and 75 mph the truck begins to smoke not only out of the back end of the truck but underneath the body as well as under the hood of the truck, and we began to smell fuel. The cel light then comes on. We had the whole family in the truck and a small fire extinguisher. This is really nerving since Dodge/Chrysler as well as cummins knowing this line is a problem and has not done a darn thing about it to rectify any compensation. I hate to say this but I guess it is going to take someone getting really hurt but your attitude of not wanting recall such a fire hazard! look at all the forums and see that this is a common issue with the fuel line! line to 4th injector now major repair because of it all the fuel lost under the hood and all over the engine and firewall!.

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Tl-takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started the engine warning indicator was intermittently illuminated. The failure recurred on several occasions until the engine warning indicator was consistently illuminated each time the vehicle was driven. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags), however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. Parts distribution disconnect. Sw.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14v635000 (fuel system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The contact had not experienced a failure.

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Engine caught fire while driving on a rough gravel road at a 10% grade with no load in the bed and no trailer, destroying the entire truck and sparking a 150 acre wildfire.

The vehical was being reapired at a dealer and it has been in 3 times to 3 diffent dealers to fix a check gauge light and they have not been able to reapir it. I also boguht in for the tie rod recall inspection and was told the vehical did not have a defective part. I dont belive them since they have not been a honest dealer. The truck is part of the main recall but I was told though Dodge that its not being covered because they fixed the truck which I dont believe happened. I dont feel safe driving the truck with all the issues with Dodge. I also just had the turbo replaced and now im getting desiel fumes coming into the truck. Dodge is not willing and will not work with me to get these issues resloved.

Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 2500. The vehicle is included under the NHTSA campaign number: 14v635000 (engine). The contact received a recall notice letter in January 2015. The contact has informed the dealer but however the parts were not available to perform the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Sl.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while parked, the engine compartment caught fire on the driver side. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. There were no injuries reported and a fire report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed by an independent mechanic, that the failure was the result of NHTSA campaign number: 04v185000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the engine seized. As a result the "put vehicle in park" warning light flashed. The contact also stated that the vehicle was not shifting gears properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that tcm flash needed to be updated. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,787. Mc.

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Dodge has issued a recall from October 7 2014 for recal p65 / nhtsa14v-635 stating that the diesel fuel heater may overheat leak diesel and cause smoke under the hood or catch fire. After having service at the dealer they stated they have no fix yet or parts for this safety issue which may cause a fire, here are their words from their website under recall status for my VIN incomplete but repair parts are not available. This is the second safety issue where Dodge ram has had a safety issue but no parts the first was the left tie rod where they had no parts available. Why are they allowed to issue safety recalls and have no parts to fix issues that could cause the vehicle to catch on fire or smoke this places people on the road at risk.

The contact owned a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed flames under the front passenger side of the vehicle near the battery. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. A police/fire report was filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

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

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that the engine was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 99,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that when attempting to drive more than 55 mph, the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.

Recall p65, received notice in oct. 2014, contacted Dodge day letter was received. Asked if vehicle was safe to drive at which time they stated "we can not tell you if your vehicle is safe or not", asked to schedule service and informed no parts at this time. . . Fast forward 5 months. . On the Dodge website it clearly states my vehicle must be inspected for fuel leak on this recall. . . So I call Dodge and once again I'm told no parts yet, they don't even know what parts are needed, so I once again asked if the vehicle was safe to drive and that I won't have an engine fire and received the same response as last time. . . I asked if at least my vehicle can be inspected to see if it has a fuel leak so I k ow if it's safe to drive and the response was no, since no parts, "its a liability issue if they inspect and don't have parts". . . . . Nor will they provide a rental and guess what if it catches fire they won't pay for it. . . I didn't spend over 50k to have a lawn decoration, I bought the vehicle to drive!.

My 2014 ram diesel has what people call throttle lag. Mine is more severe than the other safety complaints filed. My truck sometimes will die when the throttle is slightly depressed then you coast to the side of the road and the truck is idling, after a few seconds you can drive off with the engine missing, then with the engine light on it will run fine for a while. It has set at the dealership going into the fourth week. This is the fifth Dodge 2500 diesel I have owned, with no problems on the others.

I was in a left turn lane waiting for oncoming traffic to pass before commiting to my turn at a stop. I gradually depressed the accelerator to make the left turn. The truck rolled forward at a rate of about 1mph. With oncoming traffic approaching, I then fully depressed the accelerator pedal with no results. There was no change in rpm, no change in acceleration, or speed for an estimated 3 seconds. The truck then slowly accelerated and I narrowly missed being t-boned by oncoming traffic. This unsafe condition will also happen during highway speeds after returning the pedal to the idle position and then accelerating to pass traffic or enter another lane. I have lost 10-20mph at highway speeds with my foot fully depressing the pedal. There seems to be a total disconnect at times between the accelerator pedal position and engine rpm's/power. I would estimate the occurrence of this issue at 10-15% of accelerator inputs. The truck now has just over 9,000 miles and this has happened numerous times, some nearly causing an accident.

While driving the vehicle I needed to change lanes and speed up. A vehicle was to my right and infront of me. I had to let off the throttle for a second to let the vehicle next to me pass. As I pressed the throttle to accelerate and pass the vehicle in front of me there was no response from the vehicle. There was at least a two second delay before the vehicle started accelerating. This has happened several times. Sometimes from a stop when trying to turn into traffic. Other times while moving. It seems to happen when the accelerator pedal is depressed and then pressed again within a short period of time.

When driving this vehicle there is a very strong smell of diesel in the cab and coming from the ventilation system when stopping. The fuming is very strong and extremely worrying. I have been sickened during these fuming events. The smell is not unlike charcoal lighter fluid vaporizing but not igniting. I believe that these fumes are deleterious to health and pose a serious danger to public safety. The common unqualified wisdom is that it is a 'regeneration process' taking place, but it does seem to be a dumping of raw fuel and this is vaporizing into the ventilation system, the only things that helps a little is to turn off the a/c off, and switch of the fresh air, use the recirculating air system, open windows. This is the only thing that can be done when you cannot stop the truck and get out for fresh air. My research found many reported cases of this. It seems to be a concern among many Dodge (Chrysler) ram owners. The manufacturer will not admit there is an issue and the dealers hold fast that its not a problem and is 'normal'. Whatever this is, it is not 'normal'. The suggestion of just using 'recirculated air' is a nonsense. This must not be allowed to go on, someone is going to get seriously injured, or themselves and someone else killed from this gassing issue. This issue should be subject to a redesign and a recall on these affected trucks. Irrespective of the processes taking place under the hood, higher egt's, regeneration mode etc. These processes should not affect the health and wellbeing of the vehicle operator. I am imploring the odi to investigate these issues and reported cases, Dodge must respond to odi and they must be made to resolve these issues to the satisfaction of the odi and owners alike. Chrysler and the Dodge ram marque are responsible and liable for their products and faulty engineering. .

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I own a 2014 Ram 2500 crew cab with a cummins diesel motor with <5000 miles. I purchased the vehicle brand new from a ram dealer on 5. 28. 14. On 8/24 I put the vehicle into drive and the rpms immediately climbed and the vehicle accelerated completely on its own. I was not pushing the accelerator whatsoever. I was able to slow the vehicle down, but it was difficult to do and strained the brakes. Immediately after I let off the brakes the vehicle immediately accelerated again completely on its own. Within 7 or 8 second the vehicle was traveling 50 mph and was accelerating at full speed--completely on its own. I slammed on the brakes to stop at a red light and was almost unable to stop. While stopped at the red light the vehicle was still lunging forward as the rpms remained high. When I left off the accelerator, the vehicle took off on its own again. At this point I was extremely concerned as I was not sure if I would be able to stop it again. A message appeared on the screen that said "service electronic speed control. " I was finally able to stop the vehicle again and I could smell the brakes when I turned it off this time because of the strain trying to stop the vehicle. Obviously, I am not driving the vehicle at this time. My son was in the truck and we could have been easily killed or killed someone else. I have not yet contacted the dealer (will do so today), but wanted to report this ASAP because of how serious of an issue this is. I hope this is taken seriously. I don't want anyone to get hurt or killed.