general problems of the 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 - part 1

While driving my 2007 Dodge 3500 ram 6. 7l dual, 6spd manual, pulling my camper (well within towing limits,) I went over a bump on an overpass. The vehicle began jumping around violently and I left the roadway due to loss of steering and brake function. The even was so violent, my radiator broke, and I lost all of my coolant. My "front end" was destroyed, as well as many systems damaged. The interior of the truck suffered damage as well. There are many noises, vibrations, and smells that have not gone away. I found out that this is a problem so common, that it has a nickname, "the death wobble. " I found out that there is a safety recall beginning the year after my model. After some research, my model year has the same parts described in the affected model years. This is a common occurrence, seemingly well known to Dodge. I was told by a certified shop that it is not safe to drive. They showed me several aftermarket parts designed to eliminate this problem. The steering system alone was quoted at $3,000 to repair. The radiator was disturbingly expensive. My exhaust system was damaged and parts of it fell off. There is an exhaust leak. Not to mention, that I almost flew off of an overpass. My truck has been babied its entire life, and looks new. When I contacted Dodge, they were unwilling to help. I told them that this is the same problem covered by the recall in vehicles containing all of the affected part numbers as mine. I told them that I could have been killed in this event, and that the problem has persisted to the point where it is unsafe to drive. The repairs for the directly affect damages could be nearing $10,000 according to the certified shop it was brought to. This doesn't account for components that had a reduction in lifespan from this event. I just want my front end repaired so that I can drive or sell it. Haven't used my camper since.

As with many others on this web site,randomly after hitting a bump in the road my truck starts to bounce uncontrollably almost running of the road. I have to slow down to a crawl to make it stop. How many people have to complain for this to become a real issue.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering). The dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that the steering linkage assembly needed to be replaced at the responsibility of the contact; however, the VIN was included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 163,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. While driving 10 mph, the steering wheel became loose and failed to turn the wheels. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering linkage assembly failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

Had upper ball joints replace on my truck on 12-12-2014, passed vermont inspection in June of 2015, took truck in for inspection on 6-10-2016, won't pass vermont inspection because of upper ball joints, about 2000 miles were put on truck since repairs in 2014.

I received recalls on my vehicle for air bag and steering linkage replacement. When I contacted the dealer to set up the appointment for the recall fixes. I was told they did not have both parts so the appointment was set for about 4-5 weeks later. When the vehicle was taken to the dealership the air bag recall was fixed but they refused to fix the recall on the steering linkage. They stated my truck had the "old Dodge part" so that was not covered. This part if fails will cause me to have no steering control. I had a Chrysler certified mechanic look at the steering part on my truck and he stated it was so bad he would be scared to drive the vehicle. So even though the steering part is bad to the point of being dangerous Dodge is claiming this is not covered under the recall. Why would I receive a recall notice?.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 and 2007 okanagan camper. The contact stated that the while driving approximately 55 mph, there was an abnormal noise, and the contact loss control of the steering wheel causing the contact to crash into the barrier. The air bags did not deploy. There was a police report filed. The driver sustained 1 injury to the head that required medical attention, and the passenger sustained injuries to the left hip, and lacerations to the neck. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard where it was totally destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. The contact did not receive notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering). Sh.

I had received a recall notice n62/ NHTSA 13v-528. I called dealer numerous times to set up an appointment to have the vehicle checked. The dealer stated that I was on a waiting list for the part. It has been a few years and numerous calls later and the vehicle part still has not been checked and or repaired.

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at 10 mph, the vehicle was wobbling excessively. The contact stated that the condition of the vehicle was unstable as if the tires were going to come off of the vehicle, and that the vehicle was very hard to steer. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for repair under NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering) however, the dealer stated that the vehicle would only be repaired if the component was an after market part and not an oem part. The vehicle was not repaired for the steering recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000. 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 made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Wh.

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 13v528000 (steering), 15v313000 (air bags), and 16v352000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Ignition will not crank. We have 2 keys for it, neither works the first time. Takes 10-30 minutes to get the key to turn. I have seen there are recalls for ignitions for the same year, make and model as ours. Our VIN does not come up as having the recall.

Tl- (the contact owns a 2007 ram quad cab 3500 4x4). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 to 70 mph there was a loud bang. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and diagnosed that the axle had broken at the transfer box and had taken out the steering linkage. The transfer box, steering linkage, axle and five sensors were replaced. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the contact stated that without warning the vehicle engine stalled while it pulled a large trailer. The vehicle immediately restarted. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer mechanic multiple times. However, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000. Bd.

Loaded at 18000 lbs gvw while towing a tandem axle trailer the vehicle died. Upon losing all electrical power the engine died causing the loss of power assisted brakes and power assisted steering. Fortunately the speed of the vehicle was around 5 mph. I'm 6 foot tall and over 200 lbs and I was unable to steer the vehicle to the side of the parking area. Upon leaving the vehicle I immediately smelled electronics burning. I opened the hood and immediately disconnected the positive post of the totally integrated power module (tipm). I then removed the tipm to find a hole burnt through the side and the circuit board covered with black soot. I had the vehicle and trailer towed to corbin ky where there were no Dodge dealers willing to work on a vehicle of this size. Nor would they store the trailer for me while conducting the repair. I choose to have the vehicle and trailer towed over 600 miles to my home in michigan. I called my local dealer whom took the VIN number to order an new one. After over 2 weeks waiting on the tipm (which turned out to be remanufactured) the truck is still not operable. If I had been travelling at interstate speeds with a loaded vehicle I likely would not have survived this incident. Prior to this happening I had many issues with the lighting on the truck. The low beam on the passenger side would be inoperable while the drivers high beam is the only one that would work. Also, the taillights would stop working on one side and the turn signals would flash quickly. Not seeing this as a huge safety issue I simply took it the dealer to reflash the tipm. After getting it back with half the lights inoperable, the ac didn't work anymore. Now the vehicle is worthless and all sense of security and safety is gone. I can no longer confidently take my family anywhere in this vehicle.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while making a right turn at approximately 5 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number:13v528000(steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,000. Djr.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign id number: 13v528000 (steering) and 14v817000 (air bag) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to repair the vehicle. The dealer was unable to inform when the part would become available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Ne.

Death wobbles.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received a recall notice. The contact was driving at approximately 72 mph then the vehicle started shaking non stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the diagnosis was "no repairs needed", the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 57,000. Bp.

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated a recall notification letter for NHTSA campaign id number 13v528000 (steering) was mailed to home address. The contact stated that while driving 6mph, down hill and the vehicle right tire rod broke with out warning, and the steering became difficult to handle. The vehicle was towed to the local dealers and no repairs had been made at this time. The failure mileage was 118,000. Lnc.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that he attempted to have the vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering) but was informed that the parts were not available. The contact felt that since the failure was reported in November of 2013, there should have been a remedy available before June of 2014. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. . . . . . Updated 08/05/14 updated 08/19/2014.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering ) 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 made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Kw.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering ) in January 2014. The contact attempted to have the vehicle repaired but the dealer stated that parts were unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that he attempted to have the vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering). The contact stated that he was made aware that parts were not available as a result repairs were unable to be performed for the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced the failure.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact was concerned for his safety since the parts were still not available in order to repair the vehicle under recall NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering). The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle has not exhibited the problem. The vehicle current mileage was 155,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received a recall letter for NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering). The contact was very concerned for his safety since the parts were still not available in order to repair the failure. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure. The current mileage was 128,000.

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering) and 15v313000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issues. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 13v528000 (steering) and stated that the parts were not available. The dealer did not give a specific date when the parts would become available. The manufacturer was also contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contacts vehicle would receive the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure. Dyd.

My husband and I were driving down south padre island drive and the truck started shaking from the front end. My husband lost control of the steering wheel and could not control nor stop the shaking of the truck. He had to slow down and steer to the side of the road. We hit a small pole and the rear bed was hit. My arms and legs were pretty banged up and bruised, so I sought medical attention. Every since the incident happened, our truck has not been moved because it will not pass inspection due to the steering and losing control problem. The truck shakes real bad and feels like it is falling apart when this problem occurs. So therefore, it can not be driven because of this problem. We took it in to the Dodge dealership after it happened and they denied helping us and test driving it to see for themselves that the truck does start to shake and lose control while being driven. So every since this incident, our truck has been parked and my husband took it in to make some previous repairs and those repairs were and have been unsuccessful because the truck still does the same thing while either I am driving it or my husband is driving it or anybody else is driving it.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph the front end of the vehicle began to shake violently which caused difficulty in maneuvering the steering wheel. Nhtsa recall campaign id number 13v528000 (steering) was related to the failure, the VIN was included; however, the dealer refused to repair the vehicle for an unknown reason. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,00.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 13v528000 (steering) and stated that the parts were not available. The dealer advised that part was not available to complete the required repairs. The manufacturer was contacted and provided an unreasonable estimated date for when the vehicle would receive the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 13v528000 (steering) had surpassed a reasonable time for repair. The dealer was contacted and stated that the part was not available for repair. The manufacture was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received a recall notification of NHTSA campaign id number 13v528000 (steering) and stated that the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The dealer was unable to provide an expected date for the remedy part to become available. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 13v528000 (steering) and stated that the parts were not available. The dealer advised that they were only receiving one recall kit per week. The manufacturer was also contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph or more, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 13v528000 (steering) however, the remedy part would not become available to perform the repair for a year. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

Tl - the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that when turning either left or right, the front end of the vehicle would make a popping sound without warning. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number 13v528000(steering ) had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in November of 2013. The manufacturer was notified of the failure where they stated that parts for the recall would approximately be available in may of 2014. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 109,000. Dr.

The right front tire,a general ameritrac 235/80r/17,which is the original spare tire that was put on just a couple of months before,started to shake. I went to local tire store to get a new one installed. They did not have any so I was on my way home. Its about 8 miles each way to this store from my home. On the way home,this tire blew up like it had a bomb in it! the disintegrating tire destroyed my running board,fender flair and dented the trucks fender. I didn't have a spare,so I used the trucks tire tools (another issue)and took one of the rear duals off of the back and put in on the front to get home. After a trip to the tire store,they would replace or adjust this tire,so I had to buy a new one. Well just the other day that tire started to shake too. After running 70 mph on the interstate,and having tire issues with the same general tires,I was quick to get off an exit ramp to see what was making my truck shake. I quickly noticed that the left front tire was coming apart like the other one had done. So I did the same as before,I took a dual wheel off and put in the steer position. This tire was coming apart and I caught it before it blew too. Upon removal I about fell over when I seen a bulge in this tire on the inside where the tread and sidewall meet. This bulge was the size of a large grapefruit!these tires have 16/32 tread when new. The one that was coming apart still has 13/32 tread. Barely worn. The dealer has offered to pro rate the tire. Thats ok. But what about the damage the other had doen to my truck? I guess im out of luck??these general tires obviously have safety issues that need looked into. The tire dealer and general tire (and myself) are lucky there weren't any injuries as when the first tire blew at 50 mph,I had my hands full keeping my truck under control. Had I had my trailer behind me with a load on it going 70 mph,there would have been one hell of a wreck.