2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 Consumer Reviews

Cummins Fixes

Written by: Hot Wheels1 on 10/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

The new Cummins 6.7 L is a hoss. Mega power and torque. Emissions equip is a problem. What I have learned after 3 trips to dealer - don't lug the engine, keep the rpm in the 1,800-2,200 range (easy to do with the thumb shift on the stalk), don't let it idle for long periods (why would you want to with current diesel prices), if you putt around town, periodically take it out on hwy and run it hard, use the engine brake, even when not towing (this also helps save your brake pads), no problems since I made these adjustments, hope this helps. Previous post is accurate in that it drives like a 1/2 ton, nimble. On hwy at 65-70 mph - 22-24 mpg believe it or not, city 16, towing hwy 16, city 13.

Favorite Features

Fuel mileage, style, very tight body, no rattles or noises, great stock sound system

Suggested Improvements

Emissions problems, paint quality should be better

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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O2 Sensor Nightmares

Written by: Wayne on 09/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab LB (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I have owned three (3) Dodge Cummins diesel trucks. Until the 2008, I never had a problem with them and worked them all hard. This 2008 with the EPA emissions is a total nightmare. The O2 sensor has been replaced and/or cleaned five (5) times and still corrodes up about every 1,200 miles. My attitude is "If it's not broken, don't fix it!". Why Dodge took a great performing vehicle and screwed it up is a mystery to me. Diesel's have always smoked a little and the environment has never been the worst for it. I'm sure there have been complaints that have driven the EPA to place restrictions on diesel emission, but come on America, don't we have more important things to fix? Leave trucks alone!

Favorite Features

4 doors and the room in the cab.

Suggested Improvements

Take the emission controls off. Throw the O2 sensor in the trash!

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Great truck, no disappointments

Written by: kturnbow on 09/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Just bought my dream truck, after 14 years of waiting. The truck was priced cheaper in dollar terms, than what it would have cost me to purchase in 1998, when I commissioned in the Army (30k v. 33k). Glad I got the 6.7, it has been great, so far (averaging 19 mpg, lots of HP and torque). A little bit less miles per gallon than the 5.9, but with a few upgrades (Royal Purple synthetic oil increased 1-2 mpg, and hoping Banks air kit increases another 2 mpg), hoping to catch the 5.9. Also, went with quad-cab SB, not mega, as turn radius and parking were so much better. Lots of power, and manual transmission and jake brake novelty haven't worn off (4000 miles on truck).

Favorite Features

6.7 L diesel, 6-speed tranny, compression brake, MPG (for big truck), and simplicity (I've been all through this thing, and as a former maintenance officer for the Army, it doesn't get much better, or easier to understand).

Suggested Improvements

Paint job. I haven't seen any cheaper paint on a vehicle. It's like they stopped at the base layer, and didn't finish with a clear coat. Make sure you add the "paint sealant" (which in my opinion, is the other half of the paint job). Also, paint just over-sprayed under hood and in wheel wells.

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6.7 Diesel Stay away from it !

Written by: chans480 on 09/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 Laramie 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Bought this vehicle new, it is my 5th diesel. Just dropped it off third time dealing with engine hesitation. Finally got a straight answer from service tech. Stating that the 6.7 diesel has had major problems after 12,000 plus miles. Define major? Well my truck is having soot build up in the exhaust and to fix the problem it is costing Dodge $5000.00 to the factory, $10,000 to the end user if it wasn't under warranty. They don't idle well at all. In Dodge's rush to get this to the market they screwed up. I was reassured that it has a 100,000 mile warranty. Wow that makes me feel great I Wonder what the resale value will be on this once word gets out. What's lower than free?

Favorite Features

Extra room in back seat

Suggested Improvements

Fix the diesel before you release it with major emission issues.

8 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Excellent Truck - Cummins 6.7 Rocks!

Written by: TheWeasel on 08/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Have owned the truck for 2+ months so far and love it! Have the 6.7 L Cummins Turbo Diesel. With only 3500 miles so far I was getting 18-19 Hwy Mpg on a recent vacation trip. I expect to do much better once the engine is broken in. The exhaust brake is awesome and a big help when pulling a trailer in mountainous terrain. MegaCab provides roomy comfort for the entire family. Four Wheel drive in the sand at Cape Hatteras was no problem at all. I found that the slightly stiffer ride on the road really paid off when the wheels left the pavement. It handled the bumps off road with ease and gave excellent off road performance. btw - The stiffer ride goes away with a trailer or payload too.

Favorite Features

Diesel Engine, Exhaust Brake, Horsepower, Torque, MegaCab Comfort, Power Sunroof, Power sliding rear window, limited slip differential, four wheel drive, trailer mirrors.

Suggested Improvements

Offer a color matched Kevlar reinforced spray-in bedliner as an option right from the factory. I did this after market via a Line-X dealer.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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6.7L Cummins Disaster

Written by: mc1374 on 08/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 Laramie 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

With 8 check engine lights and a diesel exhaust odor that comes from the vents with the AC/Heater on when the truck comes top a stop. A total of nine trips to the dealer for repairs. I would not advise any one to purchase a Dodge Ram with the new 6.7 Liter Cummins Engine. I now have to hire a lawyer(Lemon Law) to have this truck bought back because Chrysler will not work with me on a vehicle swap. Other than that its a good truck, fun to drive and built solid. But how Chrysler has treated me after owning 4 other Dodge trucks. I will be going to buy a GM truck after this one is bought back.

Favorite Features

Looks of the truck. Laramie model. Exhaust Break

Suggested Improvements

Better customer service from Chrysler. Get rid of all the emissions junk on the diesel engine. Better fuel economy in city driving.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Best Overall Value

Written by: benjaminak on 07/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 ST 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

My wife and I just got back from a 10 year anniversary trip to Kauai, Hawaii and were put into a 2008 Toyota Corolla rental car. First we were surprised by the fuel efficiency but when we returned home to our 2008 Dodge Ram hemi we realized that there was no comparison in the overall value. The comfort and utility was such a contrast to what we had rented that we both were very grateful we had made the right decision for our active family of four. Everywhere we drive we get nods of approval and our truck has gotten us safely through rugged Lake Tahoe winters and roads that the little Corolla couldn’t dream of.

Favorite Features

Interior space, well designed handles and cup holders, 4 wheel drive is smooth, hemi power when needed, 20 inch tires, fun to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Even darker tint on windows; my wife is always getting checked out when we drive.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Looking for my brothers

Written by: UNHAPPY LOYALISTS on 07/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 SXT 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

This too is my 6th Dodge truck and second turbo diesel in last 15 years. I trade a perfectly good 2005 2500 Diesel 4WD truck for this one for one reason, THE SPACE IN THE BACK SEAT. And I haven't been disappointed in that area, megacab is awesome. But this is the only good thing about this truck. I have had nothing but problems with the "check engine" sensor going off constantly. I have put 18,000 miles on this truck in 6 months and in that time I have had it in service at least 12 times for the same thing. An O2 sensor had to be replaced before I ever took it off lot. I have also had numerous service calls on the tire inflation sensor. Could be great truck. Anyone else having this?

Favorite Features

Without a doubt Mega Cab

Suggested Improvements

Fuel economy not as good as 2005 model, emissions sensors scrapped totally and the tire inflation sensors.

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Emissions causing trouble (turbo)

Written by: 2500 6.7 Diesel on 06/12/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 ST 2dr Regular Cab LB (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

The truck would be great if the new emissions regulations would not be causing so much trouble. Second time in 4 months the turbo needs replacing and seems every other month having to have it cleaned. When pulling a load shifts very hard. Also, since having trouble with the emissions, was told by dealership had to run with exhaust brake so now have to turn that on every time start the truck, should be automatic.

Favorite Features

Love that the diesel is very quiet. I have been getting pretty good diesel mileage so far, only have 14,000 miles.

Suggested Improvements

Body dents pretty easy.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Dodge 4x4 Diesel 6.7 engine

Written by: john on 03/24/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 ST 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

This is my 5th Dodge truck, and 2nd diesel. The driveablity of this truck is fantastic, power is awesome, comfort is great for a HD truck. Haven't towed too much with it yet, but it does well there with plenty of power. The Major Letdown of this truck is the fuel economy. I get 10 around town and 13 on the highway at 75 MPH. And this is with the 3.73 gears. Other 6.7 owners I know have had the same experience.

Favorite Features

Lots of power, very roomy and comfortable. A pleasure to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Cloth seats are comfortable, but I really miss the crushed velor seat coverings. The coverings used now are not soft.

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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