1999 Dodge Ram Van: problems, recalls and reliability

“This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. The van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area while parked. The van is declared a "total loss". Daimlerchrysler issued safety recall d20 in 2004 to address this problem but the recall repair has not corrected the problem. Verizon has had 30 under hood fire incidents that occurred after the recall was performed. This is an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation and action. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Nov 2008

“This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. The van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area. The driver complained that the speedometer and instrument cluster were not working correctly. When diagnosing the complaint the mechanic discovered that the ABS module connector and wiring were burnt. Daimlerchrysler issued safety recall d20 in 2004 to address this problem but the recall repair has not corrected the problem. Verizon has had 29 incidents that occurred after the recall was performed. This is an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation and action. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2007

“Dt*: the contact stated the exterior metal on the brake lines rusted through. This was noticed while being inspected by the contact. The dealership was alerted, but the contact replaced the metal brake lines. Updatred 05/02/06. *jb”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 2006

“1999 dodge ram van. *ts the consumer tried to avoid rear ending another vehicle who didn't have on any lights by over correcting to the right. The consumer drove off the right side of the road and hit a ditch. The consumer then rolled over two times and landed on the roof . (ohio traffic crash report) *jb”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Sep 2005

“This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. The van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area. Daimlerchrysler issued safety recall d20 in 2004 to address this problem but the recall repair has not corrected the problem. Verizon has had 29 incidents that occurred after the recall was performed. This is an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation and action. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2005

“The seat back on the driver's side collapsed while driving 30 mph. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and mechanic determined that both brackets, which held the seat back in place broke. Dealer was not notified at this time.*ak”Owner report · Seats · Apr 2005

“This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. The van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area. The driver complained that the speedometer was not working correctly. When diagnosing the complaint the mechanic discovered that the ABS module connector and wiring were burnt. Daimlerchrysler issued safety recall d20 in 2004 to address this problem but the recall repair has not corrected the problem. Verizon has had 29 incidents that occurred after the recall was performed. This is an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation and action. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Nov 2004