2004 Dodge RAM 2500 Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2004 Dodge RAM 2500, 19% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 26,200 miles. The words owners use most often: “automatic transmission” (19% of reports).
- 110power train complaints
- 26,200median miles at failure
- 39mention a crash
- 8mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 32%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.
- Automatic transmission: mentioned in 21 of 110 complaints (19%)
- Park alarm: mentioned in 14 of 110 complaints (13%)
- Put truck: mentioned in 6 of 110 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 90 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 110 complaints, 39 mention a crash, 8 an injury.
Dodge RAM 2500 power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 RAM 2500 | 35 | 12% | 48,250 |
| 2011 RAM 2500 | 16 | 5% | 44,761 |
| 2010 RAM 2500 | 13 | 6% | 118,000 |
| 2009 RAM 2500 | 6 | 3% | 37,500 |
| 2008 RAM 2500 | 20 | 6% | 79,000 |
| 2007 RAM 2500 | 17 | 5% | 64,621 |
| 2006 RAM 2500 | 37 | 6% | 80,000 |
| 2005 RAM 2500 | 63 | 15% | 25,000 |
| 2004 RAM 2500 | 110 | 19% | 26,200 |
| 2003 RAM 2500 | 55 | 8% | 12,000 |
| 2002 RAM 2500 | 19 | 12% | 65,000 |
| 2001 RAM 2500 | 28 | 6% | 44,929 |
| 2000 RAM 2500 | 15 | 7% | 50,520 |
| 1999 RAM 2500 | 35 | 11% | 56,880 |
| 1998 RAM 2500 | 29 | 13% | 95,105 |
| 1997 RAM 2500 | 32 | 15% | 97,420 |
| 1996 RAM 2500 | 44 | 15% | 105,500 |
| 1995 RAM 2500 | 39 | 15% | 160,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Problem: On certain pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines and automatic transmissions, in an attempt to exit the vehicle quickly without shutting off the engine and removing the key, the driver may inadvertently leave the automatic transmission shift control in indicated reverse.
Risk: This error is an unintended action that may result in a lack of transmission park pawl engagement and possibly delayed rearward movement of the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will perform a software modification to equip these vehicles with an out-of-park alarm. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: On certain pickup trucks, the transfer case to transmission attaching fasteners may not be tightened correctly. This could cause the transmission adapter or transfer case housing to crack and leak fluid.
Risk: Continued operation can result in propeller shaft separation and damage to fuel system components, which could lead to a fuel leak. Fluid and/or fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can cause an underbody fire.
Fix: Dealers will retighten the transfer case to transmission fasteners. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Three different occasions when i would park somewhere with the automatic transmission selector in park , the truck would take off backwards . Once at shop at home , i was close enough to catch it , without incident . Second time i was at a convenient store , had been in there5 to ten mins. It took…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram 2500. While the vehicle was in park, the gears independently shifted into reverse at a high rate of speed. As a result the contact crashed into two vehicles and the rear bumper was damaged. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram 2500. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 05v462000 (power train), 09e001000 (steering), 13v528000 (steering), and 15v313000 (air bags). However, the parts needed were not available. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2004 Dodge RAM 2500s have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 110 owner complaints about power train for the 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 (19% of the 582 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 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 power train?
Yes: 2 safety recalls 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 26,200 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2004 Dodge RAM 2500?
The most frequent phrase is “automatic transmission”, in 21 of 110 complaints, followed by “park alarm” (14).
Other 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 problems
- Steering problems (140)
- Suspension problems (106)
- Air Bags problems (90)
See all 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 problems or power train problems across all RAM 2500 years.