Suspension Related Problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Dodge Ram 3500


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500

The Front Suspension problem

I have owned a 1995 Dodge 2500 and a 1997 Dodge 3500. I have some concerns with a steering problem with these models. If a pothole or railroad tracks are hit at a speed of at least 55 mph the steering wheel shakes uncontrollably. When this happened with my 1995 I spent over $400.   Read details...

The Suspension problem

Goodyear tires failed prematurely at 20000 miles on the sidewall due to tire vibration from defective suspension. Nlm   Read details...

The Suspension Torsion Bar problem

Front tires worn quickly due to torsion bar being worn severely within three months from purchase. Owner also identified that the truck pulls to the right and had the truck checked by 4x4 specialist. This specialist is aware of others with similar condition. Please describe details.   Read details...


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