2010 Dodge Ram 1500 owner complaints

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from underneath the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the drive shaft had fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the differential was whining. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was undetermined. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.

On december 26 I was driving on the highway at about 55 MPG when I heard a loud noise and just after that my back wheels locked up leaving me stick in the middle of the highway at this time I also was pulling a car trailer witch made it a lot more dangerous as a man driving a truck stopped to help us get out of the road a man driving a Honda ran in to the back of the trailer wile I was under the truck tying a strap to pull it out of the way so now we had an accident on our hands. After looking up the truck I found out there was a recall for this part so I called the local Dodge dealer and they said they would not help me because I had purchased the truck in mexico witch sounds like bull to me can u guys help me get my recall on my truck and get it fixed. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 12v474000 (power train) and 17v821000 (power train). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Tri-lakes motors (180 state hwy f, branson, mo 65616, (417) 334-7543) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Vehicle was traveling at 70 MPH. Vibration and howling/whining noise started coming from the rearend,owner slowed down to exit the highway,as the vehicle was braking to a stop loud clunking and grinding noise coming from the rear end.the drive shaft separated from the rear end of the vehicle,right rear wheel locked and slid about 8 feet.. Driver exited the vehicle,took picture of drive shaft on the ground underneath the truck. No previous indications of any problems. Chrysler hot line was called. VIN was identified as be involved in a recall m-34. Recall notice had not been received by owner,Dodge rep said recall notices were being sent out starting 5 dec 2012. Vehicle was towed to nearest Dodge dealer. *tr

The rear differential went out at approximately 65 MPH. I had it inspected and supposedly fixed in april of 2013 but it did not fix it. The complete rear pinion and wheel bearing gears went out. The service people at lithia Dodge in santa fe said that because it had been inspected in april it was ok. Not the case. All of these models need to be recalled for a complete new rear end. Lives will be lost if this isn't done. Also, Chrysler must take financial responsibility for all repairs associated with this rear end even if it was inspected and approved to be ok. It isn't . [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact was driving approximately 75 MPH and heard a loud noise outside the vehicle. Suddenly, the vehicle spun out of control 360 degrees. The vehicle then fish-tailed and crashed into a concrete barrier. The drive shaft fractured and completely detached onto the road. A police report was filed of the incident. There were no personal injuries. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 21,495.

The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 75 MPH, the ignition key fell out of the ignition module. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact's husband veered to the side of the road and was able to place the key back in the ignition module. The contact stated that her husband continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the ignition module had failed to hold the key and they were unable to restart the vehicle. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V200000 (Electrical System). The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

My husband was driving about 20mls per hrs when our truck cought fire the whole front of our truct cought fire. The front mirror and everything if distroit due to the fire .

Dodge seems to have a known issue causing the headlights to not work that is unrelated to the condition of the lamp itself or a fuse. Apparently a $500+ part is required. Many people cannot afford this repair and go without headlights instead causing obvious safety issues. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, the front passenger's side wheel fractured while completing a turn. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the lower control arm, cv axle and the passenger's side fender needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 71,493.

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the rear wheels seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the pinion nut had become detached and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,879. The VIN was unavailable.

Loud thumping behind dash. Have had a/c and heat actuators replaced 2x in past 2 years. Recall k17 applied and problem is still not fixed. Vehicle is unsafe because there is no heat and defrosters do not work in the winter when outside temperatures are below 20 degrees. Thumping behind dash occurs when car is started, while driving, and when the vehicle is off.

My ignition is not working correctly. Sometimes it will just turn off when the truck is going down the road. Sometimes it does not want to start the truck you have to try 4 or 5 times to get it to start the truck. Sometimes you cannot turn the truck off. Sometimes the key fob gets stuck in the ignition.

I own a 2010 Dodge Ram slt. I recently had it in to have the rear axle pinion nut replaced and was told I have bad tie rod ends. At 46,000 miles I found this hard to believe. After further investigation it was accurate that my tie rod ends were bad. I replaced both tie rod ends at 46,000 miles. Then had to pay for an alignment of course. This is a huge concern for me because I transport my children to and from school daily. How is it possible that at 46,000 miles my tie rod ends need replacement. This could have also LED to my tires needing to be replaced at 36,000 miles even though they were rotated every 6 k. Chrysler has issued a recall for Ram 2500 and up for replacing the tie rod ends because of moisture and dirt that gets into the ball and socket. Maybe they should have incl

Trying to do buyback program. I paid over $37,000, only have 55000 miles , good condition and only being offered $12000. I still owe $3025.00 on my loan. I thought it was fair market value? Please help. I have 6 kids I drive every day to 3 schools plus work. The trucks steeering is loose, brakes are crazy and im afraid im going to loose control or not be able to stop but the offer is rediculous.

I have rail dust all over my paint. For those of you who don't know what this is it is small flakes of steel that come up off of the railway when a train hits its brakes. Because these vehicles are transported via railroads they all will have this problem. The train hits its brakes and the small flakes of steel are so hot that they embed in the paint. You can remove some of this rust by using a clay bar but you will never get it all removed. I owned a 2008 Ram that had the same problem. It is surface rust and looks horrible. I also have rust on all of my chrome parts as well. This is a huge problem for a truck that is only 3 years old. To have rust all over the truck is ridiculous. Dodge needs to rectify this problem immediately. Other vehicle manufacturers that use the railway

Air bag cluster light comes on and stays on for variable lengths. Vehicle has been taken to the dealership with no cause clearly determined as to why. After visit dealership emailed offer to trade up on vehicle. Issue remains open.

Exhaust manifolds are leaking gas. I can smell exhaust gas inside the truck causing drowsiness on long rides. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the headlights failed to shine brightly. The contact stated that it was difficult to drive since the headlights were very dim. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (ultimate Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 2674 u.s. 62, mountain home, ar 72653) and the contact had to pay for the vehicle to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted at 866-726-4636 and stated that there was no recall and the vehicle was not under warranty. A case number was not provided. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000. Updated 8/16/18*jb