1998 Dodge Ram Pickup review from North America
"This truck was a horrible mistake"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had to replace the water pump and serpentine belt at 80,000 miles. I was on my way to Chicago on a Sunday, truck started to overheat. That cost was $600.00.
At 88,000 miles I had to replace the fuel pump. Also a sensor had to be replaced. All together that visit to the mechanic was $900.00. This is with a relative fixing it. He actually saved us money.
At 90,000 miles I had to have the catalytic convert-or replaced. That cost was $300.00. Remember this mechanic is a family member. If I had to take it somewhere else, it would probably have doubled in price.
Now at 100,000 miles I had to have the transmission replaced.
General comments?
I had always dreamed of having a truck. It has been a nightmare.
The passenger side door is starting to fall apart.
The indoor lights flicker on and off whenever you close the door. They continue to do this for a minute. There is also a clicking noise with the lights flickering.
There is a smell coming from the heating system. You have to roll down the window when you first turn on the defrost.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.2L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 77000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100300 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Sable |
| Date of Entry | 9th May, 2008 |