1997 Dodge Ram Pickup SLT review from North America
"High maintenance and low performance"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After purchase of vehicle. It created a ping in engine. Had taken to dealer for repair. After several attemps could not resolve problem. After my own research found other dealer who would reprogram computer.
Replaced intake gasket at 30,000 miles.
Replaced power steering pump at 27,327 miles.
Replaced front engine seal at 27,327 miles.
Replaced right ball joint at 42,564 miles.
Had to re-tighten steering pump to frame.
Air conditioning created leak at 75,000 miles.
Replaced rear axle pinion bearings at 82,750 miles.
Replaced all drums, lining, rotors and pads, do to excessive hopping in rear during braking.
Need to replace all tie rod ends. Do to excessive wandering.
General comments?
Before purchase of vehicle. I was looking for a dependable truck that was going to last for a long period of time without to much maintenance.
Was very disappointed with performance and dependability.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 5.9L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 312 miles |
| Most recent distance | 83000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford F350 |
| Date of Entry | 3rd October, 2005 |