1998 Dodge Ram engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 37 complaints for the 1998 Dodge Ram, 6% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 37 6% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 2 fires.
What owners wrote
While driving vehicle stalled. Driver was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to dealer. Mechanic determined that transmission and engine needed to be replaced due to wear and tear.
My husband ordered this truck in late 1997. We purchased it new and have had numerous problems with the vehicle. The biggest problem we have faced is the transmission. Mid-april 1998 the first problems occured with slippage, the transmission cooling lines were replaced, one month later the torque converter went and repairs were made. Now at 51,000 miles and very little driving for the last 2 yrs (since my husband has been sick with cancer) it has blown again. The front seals are leaking profusely.
Other problems reported for the 1998 Dodge Ram
- Brakes 135 complaints
- Air bags 66 complaints
- Transmission 62 complaints
- Electrical system 49 complaints
- Suspension 37 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 30 complaints
- Fuel system 30 complaints
- Steering 29 complaints