1994 Dodge RAM 3500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 14%of 70 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 32,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1994 Dodge RAM 3500, 14% of the 70 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 32,250 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the front end of the vehicle started to shake. As a result of the failure, the transfer case failed . The contact stated he had to apply the breaks and turn the engine off in order to stop the vehicle from shaking . The manufacturer was notified many times.. Updated 05/12/2014”
NHTSA complaint #10574078, filed 2014-03, 60,000 miles“Noticed transmission leaking underneath. It was leaking onto the exhaust system pipe and catalytic converter, clearly back to the brakes and rear bumper. Contacted dealer who was not able to help due to expired warranty. Transmission cooler lines were clamped together where they can rubed each other and wore out.”
NHTSA complaint #852787, filed 1999-11“When traveling and upon applying force to the brake pedal, consumer noticed vibration in the steering column. The vehicle pulled to the left and right, causing the consumer to lose control of the vehicle. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the right seal and the left seal. Please provide further details.”
NHTSA complaint #818717, filed 1997-11“The plastic fitting on the transmission pressure line becomes hot and melts, allowing the transmission fluid to leak out. At this time all power is lost and driver has no control over the truck. The problem has been corrected at owner's expense.”
NHTSA complaint #823205, filed 1998-05“Consumer has been experiencing transmission failure during operation of the vehicle. Consumer has contacted the dealer . Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #829054, filed 1998-10Related service bulletins
- 10148822Jun 11, 2018This SKU is an Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Line. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for improperly crimped hose fittings. Improperly…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 28 | 8% |
| 2011 | 9 | 4% |
| 2010 | 8 | 5% |
| 2009 | 4 | 4% |
| 2008 | 10 | 6% |
| 2007 | 14 | 7% |
| 2006 | 22 | 9% |
| 2005 | 32 | 16% |
| 2004 | 64 | 30% |
| 2003 | 26 | 9% |
| 2002 | 5 | 11% |
| 2001 | 14 | 11% |
| 2000 | 8 | 14% |
| 1999 | 22 | 21% |
| 1998 | 19 | 18% |
| 1997 | 26 | 21% |
| 1996 | 19 | 15% |
| 1995 | 19 | 18% |
| 1994 | 10 | 14% |
| 1992 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1994 Dodge RAM 3500
18 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Dodge RAM 3500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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