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2007 Dodge Ram 2500 Engine problems

Owners have filed 36 complaints about the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500's engine & cooling with NHTSA - 10% of all its complaints, most recently on January 2, 2023. They describe 0 crashes, 5 fires and 1 injury. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

Complaints
36
Recalls
1
Crashes
0
Fires
5
Injuries
1
Deaths
0

Engine recalls for the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Engine and engine cooling: diesel

08V641000108,429 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler is recalling 108,429 my 2007-2008 dodge ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A silencer pad can sag and contact the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler.
The risk
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
The fix
Dealers will add a bracket to support the engine compartment silencer pad adjacent to the egr cooler. The recall is expected to begin during december 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Engine complaints

Engine & cooling

The manifold bolts rusted away which caused the manifolds themselves to warp. In June of 2015 I had repaired this vehicle because of the same exact problem.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11499759
SteeringTransmission & drivetrainEngine & cooling

Engine died and would not start... while driving in traffic causing a near crash and blocking traffic..Problem confirmed to be the ECM, and confirmed to be faulty by Dodge Dealer and the Cummings repair factory and not repairable..did not see or hear any warning..

Filed Incident Steering · Power train · EngineNHTSA 11442895
Engine & coolingFuel system1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the odor of diesel fuel was present inside the cabin which had caused respiratory problems for the driver. The contact indicated that the odor was more present while the engine was idling. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer lenoir city chrysler (1206 east broadway, lenoir city, tn.) Who replaced the bolts on the egr cooler but the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11319910
SteeringBrakesEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. While driving 55 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to steer. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact turned on the emergency lights and coasted the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but it failed to stop the vehicle. The contact shifted into first gear and was able to stop the vehicle. An independent mechanic arrived at the scene and diagnosed that the water pump failed. The mechanic also stated that the...

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bearing caused the serpentine belt to detach. The serpentine belt needed to be replaced. The independent mechanic replaced the water pump and the serpentine belt. The contact took the defective water pump to albany chrysler dodge jeep ram (located at 2315 santiam hwy se, albany, or 97322, (541) 967-9105). The contact was informed that the water pump was defective and the design was different. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 25,426. *As consumer stated the narrative on this form describes the 2nd failed water pump at 87k miles. The first water pump failed at 25k . At this low of miles, this vehicle is on the 3rd water pump. Is there a design flaw? Three water pumps in 87k miles is just not normal. It is extremely dangerous when steering and brakes fail when driving in traffic at highway speeds.*Jb

Filed Incident Steering · Service brakes · EngineNHTSA 11209779
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled and various warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not taken to the local dodge dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11110979
Body, doors & structureEngine & cooling

Body.Rust starting around the top of both rear wheel wells engine ,water leaks from the water pump,not all the time ,but you never know when.Usually after driving interstate for a couple hours

Filed Incident Structure · EngineNHTSA 11080719
SteeringBrakesEngine & cooling

Vehicle intermittently and randomly shuts off at speed or stationary. Has happened numerous times at busy intersections and on highway. Power steering and braking power is lost.

Filed Incident Steering · Service brakes · EngineNHTSA 11043635
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. While driving, an abnormal noise emitted from the front of the vehicle. The contact drove home and the vehicle was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10899187
Electrical systemEngine & coolingFire

2Nd time in 3 years power distribution module box caught on fire causing engine to die the keep running starter until we removed battery cables first time vehicle was parked. This time going down highway in traffic

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10822177
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. While driving approximately 35 mph, the engine warning indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer ten times and the computerized system was reprogrammed on each occasion. The dealer stated that the exhaust particulate filter would need to be replaced. However, the part needed was no longer being produced. The contact mentioned that the complete exhaust system required replacement due to the exhaust particulate filter not being available to service the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10744953
Engine & coolingFire

Engine caught fire while driving on a rough gravel road at a 10% grade with no load in the bed and no trailer, destroying the entire truck and sparking a 150 acre wildfire

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10736164
Engine & cooling

I stopped in a shopping center and shut off the engine. After a short while I tried to start the engine and it would not turn over, it was completely silent. After a short while I was able to restart it. The dodge people in tucson said nothing was wrong or they could not find any problem. After much research I discovered in old data online there was a bulletin covering "no engine crank or no engine start due to electronic lock-up of the wcm/skreem". This has occurred periodically about every six months requiring me to remove the iod fuse with the key out of the ignition switch waiting thirty seconds and re-installing the iod fuse.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10723850
Fuel systemEngine & cooling

Exhaust fumes entering the cab via the heater-a/c fresh air intake. Does not do this when the "recirculation" mode is used. I've had an independent shop and three different dodge dealer shops check for the problem. The first three shops could find nothing wrong. The last shop said there was a small leak in the egr valve assembly. I had dealership shop (lithia dodge of roseburg,or) replace the egr valve/cooler assembly (at a cost of $1,068.84). This did not cure or reduce the problem. My feeling is since this...

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is an intermittent problem, it may have something to do with the smog system-most likely the diesel particulate filter operation. I do know that I'm not the only person having this year diesel truck problem. Is there a cure??? Also, the truck does not have any black smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. I have always used the correct oil and fuel in this vehicle. All updates are current according to dodge dealer. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel system, diesel · EngineNHTSA 10668495
SteeringEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the vehicle became overheated and the steering wheel became hard to maneuver intermittently. The check engine warning light was also illuminated sporadically. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was diagnosed that the manual temperature sensor, reflash module, and the sensor exhaust manifold needed to be replaced. There were multiple repairs performed on the vehicle however, the failure was recurring. The dealer then diagnosed...

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that the diesel exhaust sensor, egr valve, gasket, crank case sensor and the differential pressure sensor needed to be replaced, in addition to an unknown component of the steering gear box.The vehicle was not completely repaired and the check engine warning light was still illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 33,492.

Filed Incident Steering · EngineNHTSA 10573831
Electrical systemEngine & coolingFire

All of a sudden the windshield wipers and washer came on with out warning and blinded me right in the middle of a curve. Then engine quite and horn started blowing.I lost my steering and brakes. When I managed to get the truck stopped I was blocking one lane of traffic.Raised hood and the electrical box with fuses was burning. I diconnected my battery to stop electric flow. I had just come off of highway wher I had been going 70 miles an hour.If I had been going that fast at the time of electrical problems it would been really bad as I had two other people with me. One a 90 year old motherinlaw. *Tr

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10560059
Engine & coolingFire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the engine burst into flames spontaneously. The contact mentioned that the fire originated from the engine compartment. A police report was filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and sent an engineer to inspect the vehicle. However, he was unable to determine what caused the failure. The failure and current mileage was 90,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10544217
Engine & coolingFire

On august 20, 2013, I pulled over my vehicle to let my dog jump in the river. After shutting off the engine and exiting the vehicle for approximately 20 min, the vehicle spontaneously caught fire in the engine compartment and completely burned my vehicle to the ground. *Tr

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10543291
Engine & coolingFuel system

My 2007 dodge ram blew a tipm a/c unit. I was told by the dealer it was because the air conditioner compressor clutch locked up and burned out the tipm. My extended warranty was denied.I paid $1500.00 To get this fixed this week. The other day I was driving to work and my truck started vibrating and completely stopped in the middle of a very busy road. It was towed to the dealer where I was told it had a foreign substance in the diesel fuel. It smelled like paint thinner. The warranty rep said it was caused by dirt...

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in my fuel tank caused by not changing my fuel filter frequently. Now they tell me it needs 6 fuel injectors and a fuel pump total cost $8000.00. By the dealer and warranty rep. The truck has 67000 miles.They said this is not warranty issue and will not be covered. *Js

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, dieselNHTSA 10453507
SteeringEngine & cooling

Had truck for 4 years , only put 42000 miles on it . Took it in to dealer for emissions problems three times , did egr /cooler /turbo / dpf " cleaning " x2 ,also upgraded ecm program /burned up and replaced, while attempting , finale straw was between 35k-42k miles , developed "death wobble " at highway speeds , took to dealer after I trouble shoot it , "was not the steering stabilizer shock" tie rod end at steering box was worn out . " Non greasable " 40000 miles . Dealer said there was a "bulletin out "...

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they replaced all steering linkage "tierod ends + rods " , then claimed it on the extended warranty , I paid the deductible / called dodge , then traded off the truck for a ford . Loved the dodge truck / cummins eng. Hate dodge service , I manage a 30 truck fleet , we had 10 dodge's , now will have less in the future. *Tt

Filed Incident Steering · Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10432692
Engine & cooling

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. While the contact was driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle shut off. The contact then turned the ignition back on but it would continue to shut off every time he stopped at a light. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the technician stated that the bell housing bolts needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 27,000

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10369043
Engine & cooling

Still having sooting problem now dealer is guessing on part replacement. Have replaced one sensor at my cost. This did not get rid of code po471. After waiting 10 days for return call from dealer they want me to replace another sensor but they are not sure if that will correct problem. Senor costs $140.00. *Tr

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10362928
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. While driving 65 mph the service engine warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel, and then the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a chrysler dealer and a technician concluded that the particute filter on the exhaust failed needed to be replaced. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. However the vehicle has been taken to the dealer six times for identical failures, but the technicians have only patched the component. The failure and current mileages were 27000. Updated 11/10/09 *bf updated 11/13/09

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10288560
Engine & coolingFuel system

We own a 2007 dodge ram 2500 6.7 Liter diesel 4 x4 truck, bought with 7311 miles and a full warranty. We bought in january 2008. It has numerous issues that make me literally vomit when I have to drive it. We have had 6 repairs to this vehicle since june 2008 for emission/turbo/wiring/transmission issues. I do not feel safe in this truck and the dealership says they have "fixed" it everytime. A vehicle that loses engine and transmission power on the highway is not a safe means of transportation. They always...

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tell me it is "being taken care of by dodge recall/computer flashes, but this truck has been a nightmare since we bought it. Our first issue began in april 2008 with a constant engine warning light blaring at us all the time. The dealer told us it "just something these trucks do". It could be one of 200 small things, keep driving it, it's ok. Vehicle began stalling and hesitating on me in traffic, I felt it was unsafe and took it to dealership. The first of many 02 sensor recall/replacement/cleanings. It lost power again in august 2008 and I had to be towed in. Another 02/turbo issue. Again in october 2008 lost power, ditto for repairs. Next time it broke down was february 20090. Ditto for turbo/emission. Most recently was july 2009. Engine and transmission stalled out on me pulling onto a busy highway.....Twice in one week. Dealer couldn't duplicate issue with computer, finally decided it was probably a wiring issue and replaced a harness. I have told the service dept that this vehicle is not safe, and I have complained to chrysler. They tell me it is repaired and that is all they can do. I need help getting this vehicle off of the road. The dealer and chrysler don't seem to think the safety of my children is very important. I hope somebody in your department does. Does it take a death or serious accident to have these issues evaluated? *Tr

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, dieselNHTSA 10278813
Engine & coolingFuel system

2007 Dodge ram 2500 w/ 6.7 Diesel has major problem with exhaust system, a dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogs up in as early as 2500 miles and clogs continuously if vehicle is not (driven like you stole it) as suggested to me by dealer, this problem increases exhaust temps, and causes vehicle to cut out and hesitate on take offs and requires constant repair at the dealer, there are aftermarket parts to fix problem but it is recommended for offroad use only. But many of my friends have made the changes and have had no further problems. *Tr

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, dieselNHTSA 10277071
SuspensionBrakesEngine & coolingTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemAcceleration & cruise control

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. The consumer stated the problem started a year ago with the turbo, and the check engine light coming on. Also the accelerator would open up to full throttle without any control, unless he cut the engine off. At times the gas pedal would not move at all. The rear brakes locked up and the abs failed. The vehicle pulled to the right, due to the alignment being out of specification. The failure mileage was 12,000 and current mileage was 22,400. Updated 04-28-09 *bf the transmission would not go into overdrive. There were times when the vehicle had to hunt for gears and the indicator would disappear on the dash. Updated 04/29/09.*Jb

Filed Incident Suspension · Service brakes, hydraulic · Engine and engine cooling · Power train · Electrical system · Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 10266296

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