10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
1,996 miles

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1995 Dodge Ram 2500 transmission problems

transmission problem

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1995 Dodge Ram 2500 Owner Comments (Page 1 of 3)

problem #57

Mar 282004

Ram 2500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Transmission problems - not safe when pulling out into traffic! 1995 Dodge Ram pickup. There was a problem with the oil pump as well.

- Odenville, AL, USA

problem #56

Jun 152004

Ram 2500 4WD 10-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 16 miles
After driving 5 or 10 minutes vehicle lost power and stalled. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and had taken it to dealer on several occasions. But problem recurred. Vehicle was under warranty. However, the warranty did not cover the problems of the vehicle, and consumer had to pay out of pocket. The consumer had little control of the vehicle's steering while driving. Antifreeze leaked from the vehicle. The engine flooded and stall. The vehicle ran rough prior to reaching 75 mph. Occasionally the serpentine belt ran crooked on the pulley and broke. The exhaust system leaked. The fuel tank was not properly fitted to the holders. The transmission leaked fluid.

- Lewellen, NE, USA

problem #55

Dec 262003

Ram 2500

  • 113,737 miles
While driving transmission overdrive gear failed without warning.

- West Valley, NY, USA

problem #54

Aug 132002

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving and when brakes were applied they did not hold, pedal went all the way to the floor, consumer stated the vehicle coasted through a red light through a busy intersection, this was caused by a hole in the brake line, which was the result of the way the brake line was assembled.. consumer stated the 4X4 did not work, the tire blew out, there was a water leak and the carpet had to be replaced twice, the rear window was replaced, the rear brakes never worked, the radio was inoperative, the hood light flickered while driving, and also vehicle experienced transmission problems.

- Huntley, IL, USA

problem #53

Jan 162002

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving 20mph, and shifting gears it would stick in first gear. This caused the transmission to slip and not shift properly. Transmission has bee replaced 3 times, but problem still exists. Please add VIN.

- Harrison, TN, USA

problem #52

May 011998

Ram 2500 Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The main problem with this complaint is that with the cummins diesel ther is a lot of vibration from the engine, thus caussing the transmission line to viberate, so much as to cause the brass fitting on the pressure side to break thus causing the fluid to escape from the trans. This does not make for long life of the automatic trans. Chrysler has been told of this problem, and has admitted this by creating an upgraded part which has a provission built in that allows flexing, therefore eliminating vibration, ( a short piece of flexible hose) no vibration, no broken fittings, no broken fittings, no worn out transmission. You cant run automatic transmissions low on oil with-out severe outcomes. Chrysler does know about this problem that is why they have designed the new flexible hose in the transmission line, there needs to be a re-call to fix this problem

- Inver Grove Heights, MN, USA

problem #51

Oct 102000

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Transmission was slipping and would not go into gear. Consumer had transmission rebuilt, but did not remedy problem. Transmission was still slipping until it finally went out. Contacted dealer. Please add further information.

- Argonne, WI, USA

problem #50

Mar 122001

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission has always had problems. Rebuilt once 1 year before total failure. Dodge dealer admits that it should not have happened, but when they contacted Dodge Corp, they would not reimburse for any part of the cost. Transmissions do not completely fail that early, especially since it had been serviced 11 months before failure. This transmission is obviously defective and in going into other web sights ( lemon-aid) we find we are not the only ones this happened to. Something needs to be done to make Dodge admit there's a problem, and reimburse us and others who had to pay $4000 to replace a transmission at such an early stage.

- Duarte, CA, USA

problem #49

Jan 312001

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles
Overdrive switch pops out occasinally causing speed to go from 60 to 40 mph.

- Bald Head Island, NC, USA

problem #48

Jan 312001

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles
Transmission will not go past third gear until truck has been driven at least 10 miles, happens during cold months.

- Bald Head Island, NC, USA

problem #47

Jul 182000

Ram 2500 Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Sound pad to close to the exaust pipe header on 5.9 cum. Diesel engine. Brakes are very bad if you have to stop quick. Frount wheels lock up in normal braking on wet road and in hard stops with a load or trailer rear brakes are worthless. Trans mission lines rub together wearing holes in the in the lines

- Elkhart, IN, USA

problem #46

Jan 212001

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Second transmission for consumer to replace, 2 transmissions replaced by previous owner. Transmision shop said they will not warranty transmission. It would not last more than 12000 miles. Consumer contacted Dodge, who after first phone call "red flagged" consumer and said his case was closed.

- Lake Station, IN, USA

problem #45

Dec 292000

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission failure, so severe, unable to rebuild, at only 51,000 + miles.

- Rice Lake, WI, USA

problem #44

Aug 032000

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Premature tranmission failure caused by direct clutch pack drum machining defect resulting in outer lip seal failure. This will cause the transmission to loose 3rd gear. Chrysler does not acknowledge this common problem that ocurs with this transmissions. The aftermarket transmission rebuild kit companies have all intorduced improved(larger thicker stronger) direct clutchdrum outer lip seals to help address a problem Chrysler says does not exist.

- Demotte, IN, USA

problem #43

Aug 032000

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Premature tranmission failure caused by direct clutch pack drum machining defect resulting in outer lip seal failure. This will cause the transmission to loose 3rd gear. Chrysler does not acknowledge this common problem that ocurs with this transmissions. The aftermarket transmission rebuild kit companies have all intorduced improved(larger thicker stronger) direct clutchdrum outer lip seals to help address a problem Chrysler says does not exist.

- Demotte, IN, USA

problem #42

Dec 151994

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
97V068000/brakes: Vehicle been experiencing ongoing problem with brake failure. Vehicle been to dealer shop on four or more occasions, and condition still is unresolved. Transmission trouble has also occurred several times.

- Wadsworth, OH, USA

problem #41

Mar 221998

Ram 2500

  • miles
Transmission lines were spraying transmission fluid out, also, transmission was not shifting properly.

- Elizabeth, CO, USA

problem #40

Mar 132000

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While trying to shift vehicle out of park to drive vehicle would not move. Dealer has been contacted, transmission needs to be replaced.

- New Balimore, MI, USA

problem #39

Sep 011999

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle is not shifting gears and the reverse gear is inoperative.

- Snyder, TX, USA

problem #38

Feb 112000

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When vehicle is on an incline and placed into reverse, vehicle will coast foward until the accelerator is applied. When placed in reverse on level ground, it will not react at all when the accelerator is applied. Dealer has been contacted.

- Cambridge, OH, USA

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