Four problems related to power train have been reported for the 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while the vehicle while is operated at low speeds an abnormal noise can be heard from the rear. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number :13v528000 (power train) 15v313000(air bags) however, the part to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The vehicle failure mileage was 150,000. Kh.
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.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. When the ignition key was turned to the on position, the vehicle failed to start intermittently. The contact mentioned that the failure only occurred in cold temperatures. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the clutch safety ignition interlock switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included NHTSA campaign number: 14v795000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 140,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that there was an abnormal vibration in the clutch. The failure was recurring. The contact also stated that when shifting gears, it would feel as if the entire transmission had shifted. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic, where the contact was advised that the springs were worn and the dual mass flywheel would need replacing. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.