2000 Dodge RAM Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“Overdrive module and torque convertor both failed at 59000 miles. Had vehicle back to dealer around 34000 for a vibration in the transmission and they stated nothing was wrong, that was the beginning of the torque convertor problem. Dodge won't stand behind their products and an automatic transmission should last 150,000 miles or more without a rebuild.”

“Consumer stated that transmission failed at 80,000 miles. While driving to work power shut down, and the vehicle stopped. Consumer had vehicle towed to a Dodge dealer, and was told that the transmission failed. The dealer/mechanic told consumer that in order to repair vehicle it would cost her from $3000.00 to $5000.00.”

“My three year old put my truck in gear if I was not there to stop it he could have been seriously hurt . Something needs to be done to fix this problem ,I am not the only mother that drives a truck that has children, I know that it is mandatory for light trucks ,but why not these? Someone is going to be hurt seriously from this.”

“Pinon gear in rear differential end was grinding. Had taken vehicle to dealer 3 times for same problem. Mechanic refused repair it again. Each time it was repaired, grinding would come back. The consumer says the rear end of the vehicle was flawed and should be replaced by a better design. The manufacturer had been contacted but was not taking any action.”

“After warning lights came on instrument panel the owner took to dealership on several occasions . Last time a service technician was driving when transmission fluid erupted out of the dip stick and fill tube to be ignited on the hot catalyic converter. This is presently being reviewed by chrysler even though at this time we have no details.”