Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2001 Dodge Ram Van. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission column shift (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Column Shift problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problems |
Difficult to get the gearshift out of park. A recall has been done on the ignition/parkshift interlock for an issue "the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. ". The dealership service technician said that the part that has failed is not the same as the part that Read details...
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Ram Van. While driving approximately 15 mph in rainy weather, the contact turned the steering wheel quickly to the left and the steering column locked. He was unable to steer to the right and crashed into a railroad gate. The vehicle was destroyed. Read details...
Interlock shift is not designed properly and that consumer's 15 month old child was able to put vehicle into gear without stepping on gas pedal. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything. Read details...