2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 100 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2006 Dodge RAM 1500, 13% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 89,500 miles. The words owners use most often: “pinion nut” (15% of reports).
- 100power train complaints
- 89,500median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 31%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Pinion nut: mentioned in 15 of 100 complaints (15%)
- Rear differential: mentioned in 12 of 100 complaints (12%)
- Transfer case: mentioned in 9 of 100 complaints (9%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 86 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 100 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 2 an injury.
Dodge RAM 1500 power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 RAM 1500 | 92 | 13% | 65,500 |
| 2011 RAM 1500 | 176 | 26% | 44,000 |
| 2010 RAM 1500 | 229 | 47% | 60,000 |
| 2009 RAM 1500 | 231 | 34% | 69,000 |
| 2008 RAM 1500 | 73 | 13% | 84,459 |
| 2007 RAM 1500 | 61 | 12% | 63,500 |
| 2006 RAM 1500 | 100 | 13% | 89,500 |
| 2005 RAM 1500 | 593 | 51% | 110,967 |
| 2004 RAM 1500 | 181 | 16% | 120,678 |
| 2003 RAM 1500 | 125 | 11% | 74,000 |
| 2002 RAM 1500 | 99 | 12% | 82,500 |
| 2001 RAM 1500 | 95 | 9% | 57,570 |
| 2000 RAM 1500 | 45 | 9% | 60,000 |
| 1999 RAM 1500 | 59 | 10% | 70,000 |
| 1998 RAM 1500 | 85 | 16% | 90,000 |
| 1997 RAM 1500 | 56 | 16% | 70,001 |
| 1996 RAM 1500 | 52 | 17% | 106,000 |
| 1995 RAM 1500 | 30 | 14% | 86,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Problem: On certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks, the totally integrated power module (tipm) may contain incorrect transfer case calibration set points, potentially resulting in inadvertent transfer case default to neutral.
Risk: If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the tipm with new software that prevents the potential for this condition. The recall began on november 7, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, oil stains were found on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact checked underneath the vehicle and became aware that the rear axle pinion nut was loose. The axle pinion nut was tightened. The…
The pinion nut loosen up causing the pinion to lock down into the ring gear and locked the rear axle housing, ejecting the drive shaft.
Several safety-critical systems on my vehicle are failing, and the symptoms match existing recalls shown on Kelley Blue Book for my VIN. However, the manufacturer (Dodge/Stellantis) shows only 4 recalls, all marked completed â despite ongoing issues. 1. ABS / Brake System: The ABS warning light…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2006 Dodge RAM 1500s have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 100 owner complaints about power train for the 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 (13% of the 792 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 power train?
Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 89,500 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2006 Dodge RAM 1500?
The most frequent phrase is “pinion nut”, in 15 of 100 complaints, followed by “rear differential” (12).
Other 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 problems
- Air Bags problems (193)
- Exterior Lighting problems (139)
- Electrical System problems (125)
- Suspension problems (106)
- Steering problems (84)
- Visibility problems (56)
See all 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 problems or power train problems across all RAM 1500 years.