1994 DODGE RAM 2500 PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Dashboard Issues:

  • Cracked and collapsed dashboard causing wiring issues
    
  • Headlights failed to operate after dashboard issue
    

• 2. ABS Brake Problems:

  • ABS Brake failure causing vehicle to pull to left or right
    
  • ABS Brakes failing to operate properly in panic situations
    
  • ABS brakes malfunctioning with indicator light issues
    
  • ABS system failure causing rear wheels to lock up
    
  • ABS system releasing rear wheel on icy roads
    
  • ABS brakes causing vehicle to veer hard left when applied
    

• 3. Brake System Issues:

  • Dangerous pulling condition with brakes
    
  • Brake vacuum pump malfunction
    
  • Defective brakes causing ABS to kick in and fail
    
  • Transmission slipping and not shifting properly
    
  • Rattling is distracting and loose flying sharp pieces would be a danger in any minor accident or even a bad bump
    

• 4. Electrical Issues:

  • Failure of Headlights to operate
    
  • Random loss of engine and braking power
    
  • Wiring harness burning out causing headlight issues
    

• 5. Suspension/Steering Problems:

  • Vibration in steering system causing loss of control
    
  • Loose steering causing vehicle to wobble
    
  • Steering gear box failure causing uncontrollable steering
    
  • Front end vibrating, shaking when braking over 40 MPH
    
  • Steering wheel seizes and causes loss of control
    

• 6. Airbag Deployment Issues:

  • Driver side airbag not deploying in collisions
    
  • Passenger side airbag deploying unexpectedly
    

• 7. Tire Problems:

  • Total tread separation and tire blowouts
    
  • Tires vibrating and separating
    

• 8. Transmission Failures:

  • Transmission slipping and shifting issues
    
  • Transmission lines leaking and failing
    
  • Drive line rupturing transmission case due to bolts snapping
    
  • Fire in the undercarriage due to loose coil pack plug
    

• 9. Engine Issues:

  • Loss of steering and power due to lift pump failure
    
  • Loss of power at high speeds due to engine issues
    

• 10. Miscellaneous Vehicle Problems:

  • Hood latch failure causing hood to fly open
    
  • Spare tire falling from vehicle
    
  • Windshield issues causing breakage
    
  • Power steering hose corrosion leading to loss of steering control
    
  • Spare tire falling off the vehicle