Van steering is unstable (wanders) at highway speeds (>60 mph) when changing lanes or passing large trucks with weight (two adults) in rear seat/back of rear axle. unable to fully utilized vehicle because of weight restrictions caused by improper rear suspension. did not become aware of tsb that would have corrected problem until vehicle was out of warranty in feb. 2004. never notified by chrysler or by dealer service center during regular maintenance visits.*ak
In april '02, while driving at highway speed, the 2500 van began to make a loud noise in the front wheels. there was also a loss of control of the vehicle and then a loss of braking ability. it was towed to the dealer where he found the wheel was coming off because the wheel bearings were disintegrated and no grease was there. some parts of braking system were also damaged and in need of repair. at our insistence, the other side was checked which also needed new bearings. the wheel bearings were inspected and ...
Consumer involved in a head-on collision while traveling approximately 40-45mph and neither the driver or passenger front air bags deployed.*ak
Overall the worst problem with Dodge Ram Van 2500 relates to STEERING problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Ram Van 2500 years that are prone to issues with these components.