2002 Dodge RAM Quad Cab Steering Problems

“I had to replace the steering rack and all its components at only 54,000 miles on a 2002 Dodge ram 1500. I looked into this and this is a very common thing to happen, and it should not be happening at such low mileage, some as low as 20,000 miles! I think Dodge needs to look into this and find out why it is falling apart so soon, and possibly issue a recall and a reimbursement for those of us who already spent the 1100 to fix it!”

“I have a 2002 Dodge ram 1500 quad cab 4x4, very well maintained and was never abused. About 8 months ago I noticed a crack on the dashboard on the passenger side. Within several months one crack had grown to 6 cracks. Then about 1 month ago the air would not flow through the dash vents anymore. In order to find out the problem I had to remove the dash board to get the heat and air system. When I removed the dash board it crumbled into about 20 pcs. Upon inspection of the air problem I found out the blend door that controls the air to the dash was broken. Seems this is a problem. …”

“My 2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab pickup has 49,000 miles on it. I recently brought it in to get an alignment and brakes checked, when the service writer informed my that my rack and pinion steering was leaking. 49,000 miles! If the steering is lost, the consequences could be serious, and even fatal. I called Dodge corporate for out of warranty assistance, and after sitting on hold for 30 minutes, they came back to tell me because of procedure, they will not be able to help me. The cost to fix this is $675 parts and labor. …”

“Truck bounces out of control when hitting small and large bumps in the road. Loss of steering control and very dangerous. Also, truck pulls to the right constantly. I was told by the dealer in waterville maine, that this is normal for a 4x4. Every time I bring it in for service, I complain, but I'm made to feel like it's all in my head. Once they replaced the rack, and tried new tires, but it made no difference. Under no circumstances can I release the steering wheel, and I'm hyperviglent of every approaching bump. …”

“Currently own a 2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab. I have had numerous problems with my truck. I myself have also experienced the same problems with the transmission jerking as well as the vehicle completely shutting off when idling (and not even at long periods of time). At times when putting into reverse, the vehicle will not move at all and I have to completely shut off the truck and restart it to get it to move. I haven't had it reported at the dealer yet because they will be unable to duplicate. Just noticed a problem with my rear taillights. …”