Frame And Members problems of the 1996 Dodge Ram 3500

Four problems related to frame and members have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 01/28/2005

Driver heard a squeaking noise coming from the front. Vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer. The front bumper fell off at the dealership, and mechanic informed the driver that front bumper needed to be replaced.

2 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 10/11/2001

While driving approximately five mph and pulling into a driveway a-frame weld broke, causing frame to disconnect and drop to ground. Dealership is in possession of vehicle, and no determination has been made for reason of this problem. Please provide any additional information / attachments.

3 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2000

Water leaks through seams in truck. Has been back to dealership 6 times. Water still leaks in truck to the point of pouring out passenger side door when opened.

4 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 07/06/1999

While truck was getting an oil change the mechanic noticed an old fracture through an improper weld of the left front suspension lower a frame member. It was old. There was no bright metal. This probably was an improper weld during construction. Fortunately this was found and welded. This could easily have led to a complete failure with vehicle loss of control. I have taken photos of the fractured weld.


Other Structure related problems of the 1996 Dodge Ram 3500

Frame And Members problems
4
Structure problems
2
Underbody Shield problems
1
Body problems
1


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