Suspension Problems of Dodge Ram 4500

Dodge Ram 4500 owners have reported 4 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ball joint (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Dodge Ram 4500

Problem Category Number of Problems
Suspension problems
2
Ball Joint problems
1
Front Suspension problems
1

Recently reported Suspension problems of Dodge Ram 4500

The Suspension problem

Left outer tie rod broke!!! luckily only making a u turn when it happened. Recall is about a year old and still no parts available but Chrysler we will take care of it and have the dealer install factory part that could break again but at least it will get you back on the road again and maybe it   Read details...

The Ball Joint problem

Took vehicle into dealer for recall repair on front steering linkage- waited over 9 months for repair part to be available (during which time I was afraid to drive vehicle). Dealer replaced the part but indicated adjacent ball joint worn at 20,xxx miles.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 4500. While driving at 3 mph in reverse, the front end of the vehicle suddenly fell. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired at the time of the complaint. The current and failure mileages were approximately 50,000.   Read details...




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