The optional Cummins Turbo Diesel offers torque enough to pull a house off its foundation and better on-road economy, at the cost of diesel noise and roughness. However, three other engine choices are optional: a 4. Click on the Fair Purchase Price tab to find out what consumers are actually paying for a Ram pickup in your area. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The cleats are proud of the walls, low and fully exposed.
Ultimately, reviewers see the 5. In the smaller Rams, such as the test model -- a short-bed, regular-cab Ram Sport -- the Hemi means it accelerates with authority and sounds just great. It accelerates quickly onto freeways and has no trouble powering up grades. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. This year's Detroit show press…. For the 2008 Dodge Ram 1500, Cars. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
For improved fuel economy, the front axle driveshaft is automatically disengaged when in two-wheel drive. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture. The recall began on March 27, 2017. You climb way up to the cab, and the ride is stiff but not overly so, just big, heavy-duty-truck stiff. This may be the ultimate utility truck, and the transmission shifts with wonderful mechanical precision.
Most automatics come with a 3. Incremental improvements such as the available electronic stability control, E85-compatible engine, and 20-inch wheels continually add to and modernize the truck. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Despite their bulk, these Mega Cabs steer, ride, handle and brake at least as well as competitive long-wheelbase heavy-duty pickups. The sales success of the Nissan Titan doesn't come close to matching Toyota's, even though we consider the Titan to be the sportiest-handling full-size truck out there. The Ram felt composed and solid, thanks in part to the new-for-'06 coilover front suspension. Two very different engine choices are available to Mega Cab customers, who will decide based on individual needs -- both work and play -- and desires.
Sport The Sport comes standard with the mid-level 4. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700. The 1500 comes with a choice of two bed sizes: the 76. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Dozens of production and concept vehicles will be vying for the attention of the gathered throngs of journalists that make the trek to the Motor City from all corners of the globe. The Hemi V8 features the first-ever fully-functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, and a five-speed overdrive automatic is optional.
A six-speed manual transmission is standard, and a five-speed overdrive automatic is optional. Also note that four-wheel anti-lock brakes are optional on some models, and that's a good feature to have. Some special suggestions: If you're going for value, don't overlook the 3. Those with diesel needs or tastes will love it, others won't. How big is too big? Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. The Mega Cab now boasts the largest interior of any full-size pickup and features so much rear-seat legroom it's only a matter of time before someone starts using it as an off-road limo! The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25.
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. The 1500's turning diameter measures 47 feet for short bed models and 52. Uplevel Laramie models also wear chrome on their front bumpers and side sills. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. This truck's aptly-named Mega Cab goes a long way toward eliminating that disadvantage, yet retains a substantial conventional bed out back for your dirty, heavy stuff. Payload capacity for short beds is 1,470 pounds, and 1,810 pounds for standard beds.
Chrysler's recall campaign number is N49. It's not a good choice for pulling trailers or hauling heavy loads. They use a part-time transfer case that can be shifted from two-wheel-drive with the car in use. By comparison, Ford and Chevrolet have both introduced all-new pickup trucks during this near geologic time span. A sizable camp find the Ram's fuel economy to be poor.