2003 Dodge RAM Quad Cab Brakes Problems

“I own a 2003 Dodge ram 1500 quad cab 4x4. Recently while driving at slow speeds, the engine died. I restarted and heard a load clanking sound from the right side of the engine. The noise sounded like a connecting rod knock. I contacted roadside assistance and they arranged to have the vehicle towed to the dealership. When we arrived at the dealer, the mechanic could not get it started. When he finally got it started, the engine locked up. …”

“Front brake pulsation. Rotors machined at 13000, 18000 and problem keeps recurring. Dodge will not admit any problems and will not repair under warranty as it is a wear item. This truck is less than a year old and only sees highway miles, not stop and go driving. The brakes are pulsating again at 22000 miles. What is the solution to this problem Dodge? I've worked on cars for 15 years at GM. Let me know what the problem is and I'll fix it myself if need be.”

“The truck was taken in to be looked at because there was a vibration. I told them it was a u-joint or bearing going out. The truck had been in the same shop 4 times, for the same thing -the u-joint or bearing. The mechanic at the shop said that the tires needed to be balanced but they did not do that at thier shop. I tokk it to another place, they looked at it and said the tires did not need to be balanced,but they balnced them anyways. So I had two opinions on the truck. The next night I picked up the guys I work with and we went to work. …”

“I drive a Dodge ram 1500 quad cab slt 4x4. An electrical fire was observed in the wiring harness leading from ABS control unit. In the past, I have had two problems with the ABS sensor and wiring harness. On one occasion, the harness was replaced along with the sensor. On the first occasion, only the sensor was replaced. In a documented diagnosis, the dealer's mechanic stated that there was moisture present in the wiring harness necessitating replacement. The vehicle is currently at the dealer awaiting authorization for repair. …”

“I have a 2003 Dodge ram, 1500 quad cab with a hemi engine. I only have 7500 miles on it and I have taken it in twice to have the front rotors turned down because of severe warpage of them. I am being told that they now have to replace the calipers and brake pads but it has now been over a month because there is a national back-order on the parts. They stated that they have no idea when the parts will be in so I have been driving a truck that severly vibrates the steering when I apply the brakes. They refer to TSB 05-008-03 for the problem.”