Transmission Major
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
The 2006 Ram 3500 is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"electric lock stopped working in passenger rear door,bubbling paint. rust in fenders and truck gate, chuncks of truck fell off over rear tire. rotors seized with rust . tie rodd snapped while driving. the truck is rusting awaym the shroud fell off, the running boards fell off due to rust. its 25000 to fix, its troubling and ongoing and started 8 years ago"
Anonymous A., 99 (2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie 5.9-L 6 Cyl diesel)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"the sides of truck above the tires is rusted through, pieces of the truck are now missing, every part of the truck has bubbling paint on the edges, and rust. tie rod busted, steering column is loose. just spent 8000 on tie rods, and steering"
Anonymous A., 99 (2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie 5.9-L 6 Cyl diesel)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
""This heater/cooling system has been totally overhauled twice in the past 10 years. For several years, the fan motor has worked intermittently. When it doesn't work, a well placed kick under the dash jars it into operation. The past 3 days, the fan has worked but the system isn't cooling. I hope it's a freon issue!""
Anonymous, NC (2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Unsure 5.9-L 6 Cyl diesel)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"From the driver's control on the door handle: unable to control the passenger side front window, and unable to lock or unlock the rear doors of the vehicle. The key fob will not lock or unlock the rear doors"
Anonymous A., CA (2006 Dodge Ram 3500 SLT 5.9-L 6 Cyl diesel)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"Left store and felt slippage and already scheduled for oil change they checked Injectors and dropped Transmission oil pan, found Injectors pitted and metal in Transmission oil and while in shop and Transmission out I upgraded other parts"
Anonymous A., WA (2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie 5.9-L 6 Cyl diesel)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Pulled away from store felt a slippage and was already scheduled for oil change and they found some metal in Transmission oil and Injectors pitted so decided to rebuild"
Anonymous A., WA (2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie 5.9-L 6 Cyl diesel)