Table 1 shows one common structure related problems of the 2008 Dodge Ram 3500.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems |
Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated when the vehicle is on a rough road conditions approximately 70 mph, the steering wheel felt loose and there was a loss of steering in the front end of the vehicle with no warning indicators. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and it was diagnosed that the malfunction was due to a faulty tie rod on the truck and the front end tie rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the malfunction. The approximate mileage for the vehicle was 115000. Kh.
I unlocked my 2008 Dodge 3500 diesel 4x4 4dr drivers side door. I opened the door and stepped on the running board and went to sit on the seat simultaneously using the roof drivers side pillar (grab handle or support handle) and it slipped out of the roof pillar about 3 inches whereby I lost my balance falling backwards however , I recovered and hit the ground on my feet. If I fell (not recovering) and hit my back or head it could have been disasterous. The support, made of plastic with a center bolt pulled away from the center bolt splitting the plastic. The center bolt remained in its original position. I have since used a piece of metal brace running horizontal to the support with a hole in the middle to support the grab handle. I modified both the right and left front grab handles. It is extremely strong now but I tend to refrain from using it. Please note: the inside temperature in the truck was very hot. A black truck in the sun and temperature about 85f outside. I did not see any vehicle grab handle warnings in the user's guide or on the vehicle. If I can be of further assistance please let me know.