2000 Dodge Ram 3500 Engine problems

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that he heard a knocking noise coming from the engine while driving at all speeds. The failure also occurred while stopped. The vehicle was taken to three different repair shops and the contact was informed that the motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 98,000. The vin was unavailable.

The engine stalled, when the vehicle decelerated.*Dt *jb

I own a 2000 dodge 3500, they have replaced 4 v10 engines and the truck only has 54,000 miles on it. The engine gives little to no warning and just stops running.*Jb

Consumer states this is the second major problem they have experienced with the engine, in march the engine was rebuilt, the oil was changed 1-2 weeks prior to the fire, the fire appeared to have started from the alternator, the fire caused the battery to melt and acid got all over, the fire was contained to the engine compartment, claim 16-n124-673. *Slc

While driving, vehicle caught fire in the engine compartment, wiring harness and firewall were burned, claim 16-n185-992. *Slc

As soon as picked up vehicle from the dealer, drove it home and noticed exhaust fumes coming up through the a/c vent. Drove right back to the dealer and they looked at the vehicle. They called manufacturer and said don't worry about it. *Ak