2008 Dodge Ram 1500 suspension problems
49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“My rear driveline separated from the rear differential causing the rear differential to seize up. It is available for inspection. This occurred while driving down a highway at 45 MPH, there was some humming noise then it shook for a second and then load pop sound and send me fish tailing down the…”
filed Nov 26, 2025
“The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the vehicle was severely shaking and vibrating. The contact replaced the struts and tie rods; however, the failure persisted. The contact also stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the…”
filed Jun 5, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Ram 1500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ram 1500 | 19 | 3% |
| 2011 Ram 1500 | 40 | 6% |
| 2010 Ram 1500 | 28 | 6% |
| 2009 Ram 1500 | 34 | 5% |
| 2007 Ram 1500 | 69 | 13% |
| 2006 Ram 1500 | 106 | 13% |
| 2005 Ram 1500 | 82 | 7% |
| 2004 Ram 1500 | 66 | 6% |
| 2003 Ram 1500 | 57 | 5% |
| 2002 Ram 1500 | 71 | 9% |
| 2001 Ram 1500 | 69 | 6% |
| 2000 Ram 1500 | 35 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Dodge Ram 1500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.