general problems of the 2002 Dodge Ram 3500

Three problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2002 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 10/08/2016

The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Ram 3500. While driving approximately 60 mph over a bump in the road, the front end of the vehicle suddenly shook violently and vibrated. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact heard a knocking noise when the steering wheel was turned in either direction. In addition, while driving, the vehicle suddenly would not accelerate. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the fuel injector bump and lift bump were faulty and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,500.

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 10/07/2012

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while traveling 70 mph, the contact crashed into a median divider, slid and then crashed into another median divider before finally landing in a ditch. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a private mechanic where it was discovered that the tie rod failed and caused the crash. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue. The failure and current mileages were 43,566. Kmj.

3 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 10/10/2003

While driving over 60 mph or when the vehicle hit a bump in the road, the steering wheel shook violently, which made it very difficult for the driver to control the vehicle. The dealer replaced the steering stabilizer and the track bar under warranty.


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