2008 DODGE RAM 4500 PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Steering tie rod failure

  • Left steering tie rod ball stud sheared off while turning, causing loss of control
    
  • Driver side tie rod failed while driving, causing steering instability
    
  • Drivers side tie rod failed at low speed, causing steering instability
    
  • Recall repair for driver side tie rod not completed due to part availability
    
  • Company vehicle repaired by mechanic due to tie rod failure
    
  • Front end of vehicle suddenly fell while driving at 3 mph in reverse
    

• 2. Power steering pump/pulley issues

  • Power steering pulley came off while driving at 50 mph, causing steering and brake failure
    
  • Power steering pump not covered by warranty or recall
    

• 3. Recall repair delays

  • Dealer took over 9 months to complete recall repair on front steering linkage
    
  • Tool needed to complete steering recall repair not available
    
  • Part needed to complete steering recall repair not available for 6-12 months
    
  • Necessary parts for recall repair not readily available, repair not completed
    

• 4. Premature ball joint failure

  • Adjacent ball joint worn at 20,000 miles, causing tire damage
    
  • Ball joint failure reported on online forums for same model vehicles