Faults:

Complete brake system failure at 7,000 miles, required replacement of all components.

Thermostat seal leaked at 29,000 miles.

Idle control computer module went out.

Fog light switch never worked from day one.

Serpentine belt squeaks at cold startup, has been replaced five times (it still squeaks occasionally to this day).

Front rotors discovered to have 'rust pits' in them. These cannot be machined and require replacement (37,000 miles after the first new set was installed).

Rust is already forming on door window trim.

Brakes will still occasionally go out, pedal will drop to the floor during hard braking. I've been back to the dealership three times, problem cannot been identified or corrected by them. Last incident resulted in a car crash.

General Comments:

I am currently pursuing 'Lemon Law' litigation against Dodge based on the dealerships inability to correct the brakes. Brake failure resulted in a car crash. After inspection, second and third party opinions believe there is a faulty master cylinder and/or problem with the power brake assist (similar to the recall Dodge had on their 2000-01 Neons). Dodge is claiming ignorance to these symptoms in order to avoid a liability.

Otherwise, I was very happy with the interior and styling of this truck.

Dealership service and reliability was the worst I have ever encountered, so much for 'five star service' as they claim.

I will never purchase another Chrysler product again.

Faults:

When I first got the truck in August of 2001, I was so happy and I am still a very proud owner. Only a few minor problems have occured. After I first got it in August, that December 2001 then heated power passenger mirror fell of while I was traveling down the road. It was hanging by the wire at 70. A few days later the Rear Wheel Speed Sensor went out. About a month ago, the secondary hood latch release fell off when I closed my hood.

General Comments:

My 1999 Dodge Ram is fully loaded, with leather, trip computer, and power everything. I like this truck because of the body style and the ride height. I think it is funny when my friends say I got a lift on my Chevy, then I say well pull up beside my truck (it is stock height, except for 285 BFG All Terrains) When they pull beside me, I still sit a little higher than they do. The Engine is great, except for a little knocking every now and then. The 360 is a powerhouse in my opinion.

Faults:

Excessive brake wear during the first year.

Radio replaced during the first month.

Paint on the body easily chips.

Rough turning when in 4WD (since purchased).

Front Pump Seal leaking at 87,000.

Had to refill Brake fluid 3X in the past 2 months. Dealer cannot find the problem nor a leak in brake system. (Found leaks everywhere else)

Intake Plenum Gasket Leak at 87,000 miles.

'T St at' Housing also leaking at 87,000 miles.

General Comments:

Fairly comfortable, enjoy sitting up 'higher'.

Learned to 'deal' with 4WD rough turning problem.

Leaks like a sieve after 87K miles.

Take a class in do-it-yourself repair because the dealer cannot be trusted.

Take advantage of extended service contracts/warranty coverage. (You'll need it!)

Faults:

The steering center link and right hub needed changed at 7000 miles.

It needed a new cruise servo at 1000 miles.

I had the front brake calipers switched side to side at 17000 miles.

General Comments:

This is a real truck.

Dependability is guaranteed. I have gone on several cross county drives, towing a trailer and heavy loads, with wife and kids, and this truck has performed flawlessly.

I am a former GM service manager, and know how both sides of the service issue goes. You cannot please everyone, but this truck pleases me and my family.

Faults:

New brakes at 3000.

New shocks at 5000.

New tires at 6000, front end fixed.

New motor at 34000.

New transmission at 34500.

New transfer case at 34600.

Another set of new heads at 34700.

New tires, front stabilizer bar and shocks at 34750.

New coil and computer at 35000.

General Comments:

Dodge sucks and the warranty is very hard to hold up to, they took forever fixing the truck and I would rather take the farm truck on trips because it does not have as many problems.