Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems of the 2008 Dodge Ram 3500

My 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 has death wobble in when you barely hit a bump. The only way to stop the shaking is to bring the truck to a complete stop. We have had the tie rod recall fixed. Before the recall the truck did not have this problem, it only occurred after the recall was fixed. The Dodge mechanic stated that the ball joints needed replaced but we got a second opinion and they stated there was nothing wrong with the ball joints on our truck. This has been going on for some time now.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. While driving 35 mph, the tie rod fractured. The contact was an independent mechanic and was able to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 86,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. While driving approximately 15 mph, the steering and braking ability seized. The contact also heard a thumping noise. The contact stopped and exited the vehicle and noticed that the passenger side tie rod was fractured. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the passenger side tie rod was fractured and needed replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

When I pulled out of an intersection, reached a speed of 25mph, the truck jerked left uncontrollably. Finally stopped wen I hit a ditch, looked, tie rod had came apart.

Approximately 3 months (and 2637 miles of highway driving) after having safety recall n62 / NHTSA 13v-528 work accomplished by landers mclarty dealership in huntsville alabama, the drag link disconnected diconnected from the right tie rod at approximately 40 mph. This rsulted in a complete loss of steering and caused my vehicle to cross opposing traffic lanes and enter a ditch before I could stop the vehicle. The recall repiars were not conducted per dealer service instructions. Landers mclarty Dodge service manager had provided me an e-mail indicating "I have talked to all 3 of the technicians that perform this recall, and they all stated that they use an impact gun to actually install that nut, due to the teflon that is on the inside of it to keep it from backing off after it is installed. It is very tough and is very time consuming to install with hand tools. " the delaer service instruction state at step #16. Connect the drag link to the right tie rod end (figure 8). Tighten the new drag link retaining nut to 96 ft. Lbs. (130 nâ·m). The associated figure 8 clearly idicates the use of a torrque wrench and is lableled as such. Being an engineer and familiar with lock nuts and bolted joint design, I believe the use of an impact gun for installation could result in a broken/cracked nut, or loss of teh teflon locking feature due to heating or mechanical abuse during installation. Landers mclarty should re-acomplish recall work for all vehicles that used impact gun to accomplish the repair.

2008 Dodge Ram 3500. Consumer writes in regards to left tie rod recall issues. The consumer stated the dealer only looked at the left tie rod, and stated the right side was not included in the recall. The next day, the consumer called customer service, where he was informed the dealer should have replaced both tie rods. The dealer did not agree, that both sides were supposed to be replaced. When the consumer called customer service again, he was informed, the right side was not covered.

2008 Dodge Ram 3500. Consumer writes in regards to left tie rod ball stud recall notice. The dealer informed the consumer, it would be at least six months, before the vehicle would be fixed.

Pulling out from carport turned sharp to the left herd a loud pop. Got out the truck to see tie rod snapped at the ball joint.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at the speed of 20 mph, the tie rod bolt sheered off without any warning and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The contact was then having trouble with the steering and was able to pull over. The contact purchased parts from the dealer and repaired the vehicle himself. The dealer was aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,300 and the current mileage was 66,600.

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side tires were worn from the inside. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the tie rod ball stud had failed. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 11v350000 (steering) but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 50,000. Mah.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that the front driver's side tie rod fractured while accelerating from a stop. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 11v350000 (steering:linkages:tie rod assembly). The failure mileage was 21,834.

Right outer steering tie rod end fell apart! truck veered sharply to the left, however, I was not meeting any oncoming traffic at the time and was able to get the truck to the left side ditch without hitting anyone or anything. The truck had just been service and front suspension checked. The truck did not give any type of early warning ( no vibration, shimmy, or road walk).

I pulled into a parking space and backed up to get in straighter and the tie rod end snapped off. The left front tire folded and vehicle couldn't move. We have spent a lot of money on this vehicle, which is not good. It only has 60,000 miles and has had 2 or 3 recalls. Dodge needs to check the front ends on these models and compensate us for monies we have paid for repairs.

Death wobble! I hit a pot hole or rough bump in the road and the suspension shakes so violently that I could hardly hold on to the steering wheel. All the items on the console went on to the floor, cleared the dash and center console. This was the first of 5 times I have had this happen. 3 times when coming off a bridge deck. All times the truck is at approximately 65mph. The only way to stop the violent shaking is to brake and bring the vehicle to a near stop. The problem with this is its always happened on the freeway where there are other vehicles all around. Very dangerous and scares the life out of me. I have replaced steering control link with tie rod ends. Stabilizer bar, added after market steering box stabilizer and done two alignments. All parts are like new there is only 55000 miles on the truck. There is definitely a design flaw with the suspension! I have owned 4 other trucks. 2 with solid axles in the front and never had this problem.

I drive a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 dsl 4x4 . I have experinced a front end shake so bad it is hard to maintane control of the truck. I have replaced tie rod ends and other front end parts including four steering stabilizers and still can not correct the problem. You hit mall bumps in the road and it starts. Only have 45000 miles on this truck it started at 39000mi.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. While the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, there was a sudden loss of steering control. The vehicle traveled uncontrollably and skidded off the road into a mound of dirt which caused the vehicle to stop. The contact stated the front passenger tire had completely turned in an outward position. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the technician informed that the tie rod had broken. The vehicle was repaired. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 09v005000 (steering:linkages:tie rod assembly). However, the VIN was excluded from the recall. The failure mileage was 55,801. Updated 11/29/10 updated 12/08/jb.

Between the speeds of 50/75 hitting bumps seperation of road & bridges will trigger the death wobble I been dealing with this isuye for almost 6 yrs ive installed new track bar,inner & outer tie rods last mont keeping tge tires rotated & balance almost got rearend by 18 wheeler had to slm on brakes lock em down to stop this brutal shake very iratating dealing with this at several times it will shake into the other lane almost causing wreaks please help thanks benny powell.

When greasing the front tie rod ends the right tie rod end does not allow grease to get into the fitting. Called the local Dodge dealership, zimmerman motors in sunbury, PA, who said that I need to bring the vehicle in for an inspection of the problem and that I would have to pay for the inspection. They also told me that if that tie rod had to be replaced they do not just replace that particular part, it now is part of a $500 repair kit. This pricing does not include the installation of the components. So I then called Dodge 1-866-726-4636 and created case 21303145. The service specialist confirmed that I would have to pay for the inspection and they might help me out with the pricing of the part. The truck has not gone in for the inspection. I now have several issues with Dodge. 1. There is a recall for the left tie rod on certain Dodge ram trucks. Since my truck is not part of that recall it is my responsibility to have this repaired, but Dodge knows that they have a problem with this tie rod assembly since they have a $500 repair kit. 2. My opinion is that eventually this part will fail if grease does not get into the fitting. 3. I should not have to pay for the inspection since Dodge knows that they have issues with the steering components.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 which was purchased in may 2008. While driving at speeds of 5 mph out of the driveway, the steering wheel began to shake violently and he could not control the vehicle. The driver's side tires turned inward and he was able to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repairs were made to the vehicle under a recall campaign (see NHTSA campaign id number:09v005000, steering linkages, tie rod assembly. The contact was not sure of the exact repairs made to the vehicle. On a separate occasion, while approaching a stop sign she lost steering control. The vehicle pulled toward the right and off the road barely missing a parked vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where they stated that the left tie rod assembly failed a second time. The left tie rod assembly was replaced under her extended warranty. The failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 52,000. Updated 03/09/10. The tie rod failed for a second time on January 14, 2010.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving at low and hight speed the steering vibrated and caused the vehicle to swerve and the transmission would not shift from fourth gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the failure. The dealer replaced the tires four times, the battery was replaced, but the failure was not corrected. The vehicle steering continues to vibrate and swerve the manufacturer was contacted but would not assist with the repair because the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 11v350000 component: steering: linkages: tie rod assembly. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 3,500 and the current mileage was 100,000. Li.

Driving down the road passenger side tie rod snaps crysler tells me it's not part of the steering linkage recall but yet I'm expected to for other parts that aren't broke instead of just a new tie rod. . Lost all control of vehicle and we off road 40mph towing services were $280 when the linkage fell it messed up my passenger inside rim which I'm also held responsible.