1999 Dodge Ram SLT review from North America
"Truck problems have out-weighted the enjoyment of ownership"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
To date these are the problems I have experienced with the 1999 Ram SLT Laraime extended cab.
10,000 - Replaced Steering Column, clicking when turning - Warranty.
33,000 - Replaced Steering Column - Warranty.
36,000 - Rear Wheel Speen Sensor Replaced, $225+
37,000 - Started burning oil, rear cylinder plugs oil contaminated.
46,000 - Intake manifold gasket replaced. Reference Technical Service Bulletin 18-48-98, Self Repaired $19+ Cheap compared to the $583 for my 1998 Ram.
60,000 - Randomly quits running over a two-week period. Gages goes to "0" and then pulses. Engine turns over, but will not start. Problem isolated to connector at ignition switch. Self Repaired.
64,000 - Experiencing a Differential problem now. Sometimes the truck shutters when turning left or right and a popping noise present when backing uphill.
General comments?
How many others are experiencing differential problems.
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  | A piece of garbage, not worth the money |
| 1998 - Ram 1500 Van 5.2L 318 cid A Chevette has better engine electronics |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.9L Automatic |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15400 miles |
| Most recent distance | 62000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Ramcharger |
| Date of Entry | 29th October, 2003 |