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2010 Dodge Ram 2500 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 236 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500, most often about the steering (64% of complaints, typically around 38,000 miles). It is 10th of 13 Ram 2500 model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 problems
Steering
152 complaints · 64%Half of these problems showed up before 38,000 miles. Parts named most often: linkages.
Recall n49/ NHTSA 13v-529 took to dealer for recall and they told me that my truck has bad parts need to be replaced , then told me that it would be 2-3 months before they can get the parts to fix truck , filed a complaint with Dodge and still waiting for the call to fix truck , I do not feel safe driving it mt…
There was already a recall out for this left tie rod end. I had it replaced by Dodge on march 30, 2012. Last week I had the new replaced left tie rod end, break on me. Fortunately I was in a parking lot and not driving down the street or there would have been a wreck.
Suspension
32 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 33,500 miles. Parts named most often: front.
Wife first experienced when taking daughter to doctor and the whole truck wobbled violently said was possible it small bump on a left turn going about 45-50 MPH today 2/10/13 was on way home and was doing about 50 or so and on left hand turn hit slight bump and whole truck started violently shaking called dealer today…
I was on the highway doing around 75 and hit a small bump and all 4 tires locked up, the steering wheel and column shook violently, the dashboard and everything shook really hard. I started to hit the brakes and did not let go of the steering wheel even if it was shaking hard. My truck started to go onto the shoulder…
Engine
26 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 46,500 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system, engine.
The contact owns a 2010 Ram 2500. The contact stated that the exhaust system regeneration required now warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The…
The contact owns a 2010 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the service engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle started to jerk violently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the exhaust gas pressure sensor was damaged and needed replacement.…
Electrical
22 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 123,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, wiring.
The ignition switch is faulty ( wireless ignition node ) the truck can turn off completely in traffic unexpectedly on three separate cvasions in traffic on public roads while driving the truck spontaneously turned off and shut down.. You have to place in park and restart the truck this is very dangerous and can cause…
I drove the truck about 20miles home, shut the truck off and unloaded both of my sleeping children. By the time I got back to the truck to unload our stuff my whole garage was filled with smoke. I quickly backed the truck out of the garage and called 911 because it was continuing to smoke heavily. The fire department…
Wheels and tires
15 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 18,000 miles. Parts named most often: tread/belt, sidewall.
I was on the highway, it was raining and hit a small bump and the whole truck started violently bouncing everywhere (inside the cab and outside) like all four tires stopped turning. It was so bad that my briefcase, cell phone and water got thrown. I couldn't steer too well so I hit the brakes and stopped on the…
The second day I owned my 2010 power wagon I experienced the death wobble. It only had 16,000 miles on it. Took it back to the dealership replaced steering dampener and tires. This worked for only a few months. That was 2011 when it started. It is now april 2015 have been having the same issue every few months. I have…
Transmission
13 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 118,000 miles. Parts named most often: driveline, automatic transmission.
I have had this 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 hd crewcab 4x4 for 3 years. I bought it used at 74000. So far I have had 3 actuators, tie rod, 3 differential seals, 1 transmission seal, 1 rearend seal, full HVAC control and duct work with 2 heater cores, 2 front u-joint, and now all the bearings in the front differential. And…
The contact owns a 2010 Ram 2500. While the vehicle was stationary with the gear shifter in park, it rolled backwards. The contact attempted to re-enter the vehicle by gripping the steering wheel, but the steering wheel inadvertently turned and the contact fell. The contact fractured his left collar bone, which…
Other or unspecified
13 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 68,000 miles.
There should be a recall on the exhaust manifold bolts breaking. When this happens the fumes could enter the cabin. Dodge knows this is a problem, they fixed some of the vehicles.
The vehicle shut off while driving on 2 separate occasions causing complete loss of all functions. This occurred immediately after the vehicle was serviced a haley auto group (certified Dodge dealer) for a recall item (p65/NHTSA 14v-635) and bulletin item (25-002-14). The vehicle's computer system did not show a code…
Fuel system
10 complaints · 4%The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was…
We purchased a 2010 Dodge ram cummings 2500 on 06/20/2011. Weeks into making the purchase we started having engine problems. Such as a clogged fuel filter, EGR valve, the ignition key switch, truck would not start with turn of the key, you had to wiggle key inside ignition to start truck. The check engine light is…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 Dodge Ram 2500 recalls
Transmission: column shift
Risk: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the btsi, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began february 26, 2018. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is t79.
Full defect summary
Chrysler (fca US llc) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ram 3500 cab chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 ram 1500 and 2010-2017 ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in park may cause the brake transmission shift interlock (btsi) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of park into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Fuel system: fuel system, diesel
Risk: If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on december 8, 2014. The recall began on april 27, 2015. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is p65.
Full defect summary
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured march 27, 2009, to september 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.
Steering: tie rod assembly
Risk: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler notified owners on january 16, 2014 that dealers would inspect vehicles and replace the steering linkage assembly, if necessary. On or about february 27, 2014, chrysler ceased its recall remedy program due to parts quality concerns, and then re-initiated it on or about april 14, 2014. In july 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new dodge, je
Full defect summary
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 ram 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4 trucks, 2008-2012 dodge ram 3500 4x2 cab chassis, and model year 2008 dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break.
Steering: tie rod assembly
Risk: This condition could result in the potential loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tie rod ends for relative orientation and replace the left outer tie rod as required and perform a front end toe alignment as needed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Full defect summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 2500/3500 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 3500 cab chassis 4x2, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; and model year 2008 dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through august 15, 2008, because the left tie rod ball stud may fracture. This condition tends to occur during low speed parking lot type maneuvers when the customer is making a tight turn. Additionally, model year 2003-2008 dodge ram 2500/3500 vehicles may have received the affected tie rod assembly as a replacement part during normal service.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Electrical overstress
Summary
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect.â during the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped with an airbag control unit (acu) for the supplemental restraint system (SRS) electronic control unit (ecu) manufactured by zf-trw. â the ecu receives signals from crash sensors mounted in the vehicle and deploys the vehicle air bags and seat belt pretensioners in accordance with m
Questions about the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (152 complaints, typically around 38,000 miles); suspension (32 complaints, typically around 33,500 miles); engine (26 complaints, typically around 46,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from December 20, 2017 (transmission). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the Dodge Ram 2500?
- It is 10th of 13 Ram 2500 model years by number of complaints, with 236 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.