Problems with 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 POWER TRAIN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while driving 30 mph, the rear wheels seized and the driveshaft detached. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the gears in the crankcase were all tangled and fractured. the mechanic stated that the entire rear end and driveshaft needed to be replaced. the dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. the failure mileage was 140,000.

While driving down toll way at 70mph the drive shaft came off the pinion . the nut to hold shaft to pinion came off.

Front passenger seat seatbelt locked - cannot use. vehicle makes humming noise while driving. just purchased vehicle in august 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while driving 10 mph, the vehicle slowed down and the rear tires seized. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the contact engaged the 4-wheel drive in order to move the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and later taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear differential needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 170,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while driving various speeds, the gear shift would not shift into second or third gear. the contact mentioned that the gear shift only shifted into first gear. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 150,000.

Driving on i70 pulling trailer, when rear axle pinion nut came off and locked up rearend while in heavy traffic. my truck was built in sept. 2005. they recalled over 200000 trucks built up to aug. 2005. they didnt recall enough to include mine. came very close to crashing.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while the vehicle was parked, it reversed independently and stopped. the contact stated that an unknown red warning indicator illuminated on the four wheel drive selection. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the contact called preferred chrysler dodge jeep ram of muskegon at (231) 733-4401 (located at 3146 henry st, muskegon, mi 49441) and was informed the vehicle needed a new transfer case. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to nhtsa. the approximate failure mileage was 230,000. the vin was not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while driving, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the clutch when all of a sudden the clutch sensor bearing failed. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the clutch fan and throwout bearing needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: [xxx]. the approximate failure mileage was 189,000. *tt the consumer stated 3weeks after new clutch and fan, the transmission went out. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while driving 35 mph, the rear of the vehicle seized without warning. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the pinion gear failed and needed to be repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the local dealer (ed voyles chrysler dodge jeep ram, 789 cobb pkwy se, marietta, ga 30060) informed the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v796000 (power train). the manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed what the local dealer told the contact. the contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer (32536277) and was referred to nhtsa. the failure mileage was approximately 147,000. the vin was not available.

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle shook and the rear differential blew out and caused the vehicle to "jump". there were no warning indicators illuminated. the dealer was contacted (burdick chrysler, dodge jeep, 5885 cir, drive e. #335, cicero, ny, 315- 699-3846) and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and also stated that there was no recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). the failure mileage was 36,000. parts distribution disconnect. updated 11/01/17*lj *tt

Tl* takata recall. the contact owned a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle shifted into four wheel drive without warning. the transfer case detached from the transmission, destroyed the park brake line, struck the fuel line, and sparked a fire. the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle was destroyed and was towed to a tow yard. the fire department extinguished the fire and a report was filed. a police report was also filed. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and denied responsibility based on the report of the investigators. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v313000 (air bags) and 16v352000 (air bags). the failure mileage was approximately 86,000. parts distribution disconnect.

My 2006 ram 1500 suddenly dropped the driveshaft on the highway last night with no warning or noises until it just dropped from the rear differential. i was going about 70 mph when it happened and was lucky enough to get off the interstate and slow down to about 30 mph when the rear end locked up and i couldn't go anywhere. the pinion nut apparently backed off enough for the driveline to just fall down. i called dodge about the issue and they said there were no recalls for this problem on 2006 ram 1500 trucks.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. when the contact shifted into park and exited the vehicle, it began to roll forward. the contact was able to grab onto the bottom of the driver's door and was dragged approximately 50 feet. the contact sustained minor bruises and lacerations, but medical attention was not required. the contact heard a clicking noise coming from the transmission while the vehicle was rolling forward. the contact stated that the transmission engaged and the vehicle was stopped with the lever clearly in the park position. the vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 240,000. the vin was not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 40 mph, a loud howling noise was heard and the rear tires locked, failed to rotate, and the vehicle started to slide. the contact heard metal dragging on the road and hitting the rear of the vehicle. the vehicle finally came to a stop and the ignition was turned off. the contact exited the vehicle and noticed fluid leaking underneath, and part of the drive shaft was hanging from the vehicle. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the police was notified, but a report was not filed. the vehicle was towed to the contact's home. the contact stated that several unknown dealers were contacted in an attempt to find parts to repair the vehicle. the contact visited the nhtsa website and found nhtsa campaign number: 14v796000 (power train) for the 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that he was experiencing the same failure. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

Strange vibration in suspension system when reaching speeds between 50 - 70 mph. i am experiencing rough riding as i excellerate to the above speeds on the highway.