We found the following complaints for DODGE RAM (2003)
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While driving at 40 mph vehicle was involved in a head on collision andair bags did not deploy.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision while driving at 60 mph. Upon impact,neither driver's sidenor passenger's side air bags deployed.there were no injuries or fatalities. However, vehicle was totaled.
While traveling 65-70 mph and changing lanespower steering became hard.this resulted in a tractor trailer rear endingconsume's vehicle andpushing it on side of mountain.upon impact, air bagsdid not deploy.
The consumer lost control of vehicle while driving on an icy road between 30 - 35 mph.when this occurred, the vehicle hit a pole head on.upon impact, none of the frontal air bags deployed, and the passenger side seat belt unbuckled.the passenger sustained serious head injuries when his head had come in contact with the windshield.odi followed up with consumer and learned that the passenger side seat belt buckle did not release as earlier stated in the crash. The complaint was on the performace of the retractor.the passenger side seat belt retractor may not have locked up during the impact.the vehcile was totaled and taken away. The consumer could not inspect the retractor for odi during the follow up call.cw
Poor reliability of electrical control and distribution system causes numerous and sometimes intermittent failures of exterior safety-related lighting such as headlamps (low beam and high beam), taillamps, turn signals, brake lamps, and trailer lamps.problems seem to be exacerbated if vehicle is not operated for a few weeks.dealer is quoting repair cost in excess of $2000 for replacement of the power distribution center, which is reportedly not a serviceable unit.this high repair cost will undoubtedly cause owners to "take their chances" and continue operating vehicles in an unsafe condition because the repair is so costly and the problems are intermittent.some users have reported needing to complete this repair more than once over the vehicle lifetime, which further confirms there is an inherent reliability problem with this vehicle's electrical system.other users report similar issues with windshield wipers reportedly due to the same unit failure.because dodge ram pickup trucks have at least ten different model categories and multiple model years for reporting in the nhtsa online reporting structure, the complaints are spread out and the concentration of problems endemic to this vehicle may not be readily apparent to odi investigators.complaints may be reported under "1500", "2500", "3500", "ram", "ram 1500", "ram 2500","ram 3500", "ram quad cab", "ram pickup", "dodge truck", ... , all due to the same module failure.complaints are also spread out among many different complaint categories, further diluting the recognition that there is one fundamental root cause of a dozen or more different failure modes.
The contact owns a 2003 dodge ram.the contact stated the wire connecting the ignition wire melted causing the windshield defroster to malfunction. The wire melted due to the size of the terminals to the connector.the lack of a defroster made driving very difficult for the contact.the contact took the vehicle to the dealer stated the wire that connect the ignition to the blower motor needs to be replaced. The contact stated the vehicle was unsafe to to drive due to the impaired vision.the failure mileage was 137,000.
The ventilation system failed as is common with these vehicles. Due to weal parts, the, "doors" that control air flow through the ventilation ducts broke. I have slowly replace each of the four doors as they failed. As they went out it affected every aspect of ventilation, including the defrost. After doing some research it is evident dodge was fully aware of this issue but made no improvements to the system, continuing to sell these vehicles to an unsuspecting public for several years.
After numerous attempts to repair the stalling problem, the consumer would like to pursue the lemon law.*phthe rear passenger outside door handle was loose.
While starting up the vehicleengine idledon its own. Also, whencoming to stopvehicle stalled.consumer tried to restart, and was able to startvehicle and drive it to the dealer for inspection.however, mechanic couldnot duplicate or resolve the problem.
When driving 25 mph, the vehicle stalled. The consumer was able to restart the vehicle.please provide more information.*
The check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on.then,vehicle stalled. Consumerwas unable to restart vehicle, and it was towed to the dealer. Mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced.
While driving the check engine light illuminated.*nlm
When accelerating from a stop vehicle would only go 5-10 mph.consumer would have to restart the vehicle to temporarily fix the problem. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While driving 60 mph vehicle shut off. As a result, consumer had to coast off the road. When the vehicle shuts down there was no power steering or brakes.the vehicle has been taken to the dealer but they have been unable to duplicate or correct the problem.
Numerous problems with 2003 dodge ram since ownership.*phthe consumer experienced a stalling problem that occurred whenever the vehicle was coming to a stop or idling.the vehicle was taken to the dealer who could not diagnose the problem.power steering fluid leaked due to faulty clamp. The vehicle was leaking transmission fluid due to a faulty output seal at the transfer case.
The consumer was self inspecting the vehicle and he noticed the fluid level was reading low.
Poor reliability of electrical control and distribution system causes numerous and sometimes intermittent failures of exterior safety-related lighting such as headlamps (low beam and high beam), taillamps, turn signals, brake lamps, and trailer lamps.problems seem to be exacerbated if vehicle is not operated for a few weeks.dealer is quoting repair cost in excess of $2000 for replacement of the power distribution center, which is reportedly not a serviceable unit.this high repair cost will undoubtedly cause owners to "take their chances" and continue operating vehicles in an unsafe condition because the repair is so costly and the problems are intermittent.some users have reported needing to complete this repair more than once over the vehicle lifetime, which further confirms there is an inherent reliability problem with this vehicle's electrical system.other users report similar issues with windshield wipers reportedly due to the same unit failure.because dodge ram pickup trucks have at least ten different model categories and multiple model years for reporting in the nhtsa online reporting structure, the complaints are spread out and the concentration of problems endemic to this vehicle may not be readily apparent to odi investigators.complaints may be reported under "1500", "2500", "3500", "ram", "ram 1500", "ram 2500","ram 3500", "ram quad cab", "ram pickup", "dodge truck", ... , all due to the same module failure.complaints are also spread out among many different complaint categories, further diluting the recognition that there is one fundamental root cause of a dozen or more different failure modes.
The contact owns a 2003 dodge ram.the contact parked the vehicle in her driveway.she exited the vehicle and left the driver side door open.she then heard a loud pop and noticed that the vehicle was moving.she was unable to enter and stop the vehicle.the contact was struck several times by the driver side door.she was pinned between a metal post and the door of the vehicle.the contact was able to free herself and sustained injuries to her midriff, back, and head.the powertrain, speed, and failure mileage were unknown.the current mileage was 46,900. Updated 01/17/08the dealer stated the right brake lamp is inoperable. The consumer has provided all medical documentation and repair invoices pertaining to the incident. Updated 01/17/08
When the vehicle was in idle, there was an "overwhelming" diesel smell which entered the passenger cabin through the vents.
Fuel leaked from the vehicle's fuel injection.*mrthe vehicle had experienced this failure twice. This motor year had undergone a redesign of the fuel injection system for 2003 model year and may have a design flaw which could result in a fire. *ph
Fuel is leaking from a high pressure fitting, and may be dripping on the manifold or the exhaust system. Consumer feels that eventually this will cause a serious fire.this was the second fuel leak from the fuel injector system. *scc
2003 dodge ram fuel lines rotted resulting in a severe leak.***nar***the consumer stated the manufacturer cannot or will not produce a replacement fuel line.the consumer stated while the truck was sitting in idle, the vehicle began to move backwards. The consumer attempted to stop the vehicle with no success. The vehicle rolled down a hill and into a tree.the consumer received a recall notice after he experienced the failure with the transmission.
The fuel tank on the vehicle fell off while the consumer was driving at 50 mph.contacted dealer and the vehicle has been at the dealer for about two weeks and the problem has not been fixed.*mrper invoice-the the fuel tank strap was improperly installed and the strap had come loose, dropping the fuel tank and damaging it-replaced.*scc
Numerous problems with 2003 dodge ram since ownership.*phthe consumer experienced a stalling problem that occurred whenever the vehicle was coming to a stop or idling.the vehicle was taken to the dealer who could not diagnose the problem.power steering fluid leaked due to faulty clamp. The vehicle was leaking transmission fluid due to a faulty output seal at the transfer case.
-on 09/05/05 while driving on a major road, the contact stated that his 2003 dodge ram was unable to shift out of a low gear staying at a speed of 25 mph.the contact took his vehicle to allen samuels in houston, tx and they stated that they couldn't detect any failure on the vehicle.on 10/28/06 while driving down a hill pulling a 30 ft travel trailer at 50 mph, the contact tried to down shift,but the vehicle would not change gears.the contact stated that he couldn't use the emergency brake to assist in stopping the vehicle.the contact took vehicle to his local dealer( dub herring in picayune, ms) and they couldn't detect any failures with the vehicle.the contact can provide copies of the invoice repair if needed.updated 03/14/07.
2003 dodge ram fuel lines rotted resulting in a severe leak.***nar***the consumer stated the manufacturer cannot or will not produce a replacement fuel line.the consumer stated while the truck was sitting in idle, the vehicle began to move backwards. The consumer attempted to stop the vehicle with no success. The vehicle rolled down a hill and into a tree.the consumer received a recall notice after he experienced the failure with the transmission.
The contact owns a 2003 dodge ram.the contact parked the vehicle in her driveway.she exited the vehicle and left the driver side door open.she then heard a loud pop and noticed that the vehicle was moving.she was unable to enter and stop the vehicle.the contact was struck several times by the driver side door.she was pinned between a metal post and the door of the vehicle.the contact was able to free herself and sustained injuries to her midriff, back, and head.the powertrain, speed, and failure mileage were unknown.the current mileage was 46,900. Updated 01/17/08the dealer stated the right brake lamp is inoperable. The consumer has provided all medical documentation and repair invoices pertaining to the incident. Updated 01/17/08
While driving transmission failed while shifting. Consumer pulled over, and had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that coolant line needed to be replaced.consumerinformed the mechanic that this problem had not been resolved, it recurred.
While traveling 65mph on the highway and without prior warning felt vibrationdue todriveshaft breaking.
Consumer stated that both the driver and passenger safety belts did not retract.once it was pulled from the housing it hung loose because there was no tension in the belts. The belts were previously replaced, and only worked properly for 2 weeks, then the problem recurred. The seat belt twisted at the top of the rear post.
The consumer lost control of vehicle while driving on an icy road between 30 - 35 mph.when this occurred, the vehicle hit a pole head on.upon impact, none of the frontal air bags deployed, and the passenger side seat belt unbuckled.the passenger sustained serious head injuries when his head had come in contact with the windshield.odi followed up with consumer and learned that the passenger side seat belt buckle did not release as earlier stated in the crash. The complaint was on the performace of the retractor.the passenger side seat belt retractor may not have locked up during the impact.the vehcile was totaled and taken away. The consumer could not inspect the retractor for odi during the follow up call.cw
Consumerstates there are nohead restraints for therear seats. The consumer is also concerened that in case of an accident that the rear passenger's bead may go through the glass.
The contact owns a 2003 dodge ram.the contact stated that his vehicle has a jake brake mechanism that leaks while idling or decelerating.he heard the leak near the engine compartment.the dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that it was an exhaust leak caused by the jake brake system, but stated that this was a normal occurrence for the vehicle.carbon monoxide fumes are also entering the vehicle.the contact has not filed a complaint with the manufacturer.the failure mileage was 10,000 and current mileage was 34,000.
While applying the brakes a loud squeaking noise was heard from the front.consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined thatboth front brake pads and rotors needed to be replaceddue to warped rotors.consumer informed the mechanic this was the second time that brakes and both rotorsneeded to be replaced, and the problem was not resolved.
While applying the brakes, the pedal went to thefloor and the brake pedal pulsated when applied.the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer.the mechanic informed the driver that the rotorsneeded to be replaced.*tc
While applying the brakes pedal went to the floor.consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for analysis, andmechanic noticed that the rotors were warped and needed to be replaced.
While applying the brakes a loud squeaking noise was heard from the front.consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined thatboth front brake pads and rotors needed to be replaceddue to warped rotors.consumer informed the mechanic this was the second time that brakes and both rotorsneeded to be replaced, and the problem was not resolved.
We bought our 2003 dodge 2500 diesel ram pickup on january 25, 2003 with 10 miles on it. We noticed it pulled to the right and once in awhile would shake a little, we thought it was out of alignment. On april 27, 2003 we where driving on the freeway at about 80 miles per hour when all of a sudden the truck was violently shaking back and forth. It took everything my husband had to keep us on the road. After what seemed like an eternity he was able to pull onto the shoulder and get it stopped. We decided to try to get to the next town that was 20 miles away. Traveling at 40 m.p.h. With our flashers on, it happened again. My husband called the tow truck, and we haven't seen our truck since! the mechanic said a bolt on the track bar mount had come loose and fell out and they would need to replace the entire front axle. Spoke to the mechanic today and they received the front axle today. Now they need to replace the ball joints, they have been ordered and will take another couple of days. I have spoken to a couple of mechanics today and none of them can figure out why the front axle along with the ball joints would need to be replace because of the loose track bar mount.you can find this on the nhtsa website, sorry i don't have the exact website address. Www.nhtsa.dot.gov once in the website go to: complaint searchcriteria: vehicle 2003 dodge truck
Numerous problems with 2003 dodge ram since ownership.*phthe consumer experienced a stalling problem that occurred whenever the vehicle was coming to a stop or idling.the vehicle was taken to the dealer who could not diagnose the problem.power steering fluid leaked due to faulty clamp. The vehicle was leaking transmission fluid due to a faulty output seal at the transfer case.
Dt: the problem was with the power steering gear box and pump.the vehicle was taken to the dealership and they remedied the problem(s).*sc
While traveling 65-70 mph and changing lanespower steering became hard.this resulted in a tractor trailer rear endingconsume's vehicle andpushing it on side of mountain.upon impact, air bagsdid not deploy.
The contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the dashboard was fractured, causing small fragments to fall into the vents. Once the ventilation system was activated, the contact stated that those small fragments would fly out of the vents and into her eyes. The dealer did not offer any assistance. The manufacturer failed to offer any assistance either since there were no recalls addressing the failure. No repairs were performed. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 180,000.
The dashboard in my 2003 has alot of cracks and now pieces are falling into the vents. This is a safety hazard to have pieces of the dashboard breaking off,it's just a matter of time before the entire dashboard caves in.
Dash board on 2003 dodge ram 2500 is cracked in multiple areas.windshield defroster vent panels have crumbled and fallen into the air handler system causing defroster to stop functioning.
Passenger side grab handle failed while entering vehicle.passenger lost balance and fell to the ground.
After numerous attempts to repair the stalling problem, the consumer would like to pursue the lemon law.*phthe rear passenger outside door handle was loose.
Roof structure cracked.
Consumer called complaining about him just found out about a problem with the subframe on the vehicle and he just wants people to be aware of this probably which is that of someone drills or intends to make any type of hole on the truck it can fdamge the structure of the vehicle and will automaticly void the manufacture warranty on the vehicle. Ts
A loud clanking noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle.the consumer was able to drive it to the dealer for inspection.the mechanic informed the consumer that both driver and passenger side axle u bolts needed to be replaced.please fill in additional information.
The contact owns a 2003 dodge ram.while performing an oil change, the dealer stated that all four lower ball joints were loose and needed to be replaced.while driving at low speeds, 10mph the steering wheel began shaking.the failure occurred at 49500 miles. The current mileage is 52000. The engine size is not available.
Both front wheel bearings on my 2003 dodge ram 1500 failed at 60,300 miles. I was informed by the dealer and chrysler that the power train warranty does not cover wheel bearings / hub assemblies. The 2006 version of this vehicle has a national recall on the same assembly / part due to insufficient lubrication. This truck is not used for commercial or towing,it is primarily a passenger vehicle.
We bought our 2003 dodge 2500 diesel ram pickup on january 25, 2003 with 10 miles on it. We noticed it pulled to the right and once in awhile would shake a little, we thought it was out of alignment. On april 27, 2003 we where driving on the freeway at about 80 miles per hour when all of a sudden the truck was violently shaking back and forth. It took everything my husband had to keep us on the road. After what seemed like an eternity he was able to pull onto the shoulder and get it stopped. We decided to try to get to the next town that was 20 miles away. Traveling at 40 m.p.h. With our flashers on, it happened again. My husband called the tow truck, and we haven't seen our truck since! the mechanic said a bolt on the track bar mount had come loose and fell out and they would need to replace the entire front axle. Spoke to the mechanic today and they received the front axle today. Now they need to replace the ball joints, they have been ordered and will take another couple of days. I have spoken to a couple of mechanics today and none of them can figure out why the front axle along with the ball joints would need to be replace because of the loose track bar mount.you can find this on the nhtsa website, sorry i don't have the exact website address. Www.nhtsa.dot.gov once in the website go to: complaint searchcriteria: vehicle 2003 dodge truck
To whom it may concern, we recently purchased a dodge quad-cab pickup from east tulsa dodge in tulsa, oklahoma. We purchased it at night, the next day we noticed blemishes/flaws in the paint. We brought it to the dealership's attention they admitted that it is in fact a factory defective paint job. The daimler chrysler district rep. Looked at the vehicle and he too admitted that it is a factory defective paint job but he only belittled me and insinuated that i was only being picky. His words were those blemishes aren't going to do anything as if to say why can't you just live it??if you can do anything at all to help us we would be so grateful!thank you so much for any help, clifford b. Rodgers 329 n. Date st. Jenks, oklahoma 74037 (918)-260-8645 (918)-299-6149 email address [email protected]
The contact owns a 2003 dodge ram. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph and attempting to brake, the vehicle hesitated to come to a full stop. The contact released the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated independently. The electronic throttle control warning light was also illuminated. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic who advised that the failure was related to the electronic control throttle. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue however no further assistance was provided. The vin was unavailable. The current and the failure mileage was 168,000.
While driving 65 mph throttle control failed.as a result, vehicle lost acceleration. No impact reported.
2003 dodge diesel truck. The throttle linkage position failed while the cruise control was engaged going up a steep incline. T he sensor became stuck and the vehicle would not decelerate going down the hill.
Dt: the contact stateddefogger systemstopped working due to the design.the inner routing flapbroke,allowing the heat to go to the air conditioning vents instead of the windshield defroster/defogger blower.the contacttook the vehicle to a dealer however, no repairs have been madedue to excessiveexpense.
The windows of the van will not clear of fog with the heater on hot and the blower on high. The dealer said that they can't fix the problem,that all vans of this year act the same. I have to drive with the rear windowopen.
The ventilation system failed as is common with these vehicles. Due to weal parts, the, "doors" that control air flow through the ventilation ducts broke. I have slowly replace each of the four doors as they failed. As they went out it affected every aspect of ventilation, including the defrost. After doing some research it is evident dodge was fully aware of this issue but made no improvements to the system, continuing to sell these vehicles to an unsuspecting public for several years.
While driving, the right front passenger wheel completely disengaged from the vehicle causing an accident.*sc
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