2000 Dodge Ram power train problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2000 Dodge Ram — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Overdrive module and torque convertor both failed at 59000 miles. Had vehicle back to dealer around 34000 for a vibration in the transmission and they stated nothing was wrong, that was the beginning of the torque convertor problem. Dodge won't stand behind their products and an automatic…”
filed Apr 22, 2004
“1.body jumps at different speeds unable to steere.2.odometer reading didn't move for approx- 1st 200 miles.3.engine knocks. 4. Shifting linkage and gears grind. 5. Transmission slips and front axle grinds. 6.salesman said I was approved and did qualify for any vehicle in the lot with $10,000.00…”
filed Apr 22, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Catalytic converter warranty coverage customer reminder letter. *tt
0601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2006Transmission shifter linkage rattle present at the driver side floor pan area when the engine is idling. *tt
2100103 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 31, 2003
Power Train problems in other Ram years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Ram | 7 | 26% |
| 2008 Ram | 4 | 16% |
| 2005 Ram | 11 | 28% |
| 2004 Ram | 8 | 14% |
| 2003 Ram | 6 | 11% |
| 2002 Ram | 17 | 15% |
| 2001 Ram | 50 | 16% |
| 1999 Ram | 53 | 14% |
| 1998 Ram | 80 | 17% |
| 1997 Ram | 71 | 18% |
| 1996 Ram | 135 | 22% |
| 1995 Ram | 91 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2000 Dodge Ram
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.