Used 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 Quad Cab Consumer Reviews
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2002 Dodge ram 1500 quad cab 2wd 4.7
I am the second owner of my Dodge ram and have owned it for five years. It has the 4.7 liter v8 backed by the 5 speed manual transmission at 140k now. I average 20-21 hwy and 15 in the city. I have the 17 inch stock tires and its 2wd and I follow the maintainance to the book. It pulls our 18 ft travel trailer great at a weight of 3450 lbs loaded and hauling a family of five. I will probably die with this truck as it is very reliable and comfortable and they no longer offer five speed manual transmission which is the best for towing. The dash is simple and the knobs are big and easy to see and read. I also love all the storage under the seats and the flip out shelf in the back. Happy cust.
RAM 1500 Durability Problems
I bought this truck new and have complied with all maintenance schedules without fail, using a Dodge dealer for all maintenance. I love the truck - when it's not broken. I've had the following failures in the first 88,000 miles - electric fuel pump, instrument cluster, rear axle seals, throttle position sensor, upper left control arm, right tie rod, front anti- sway bar bushings, and right front wheel bearing. Dealer has botched routine front end alignments, exhaust system repairs and front end repairs. Lack of durability/reliability has me looking at a sale/trade.
- SLTMSRP: $5,995141 mi away
- STMSRP: $8,900210 mi away
- ST Regular CabMSRP: $11,988228 mi away
Great Truck
I purchased my RAM with 123,000 miles in May 2006 to use it as a workhorse at my first job in residential construction. Lost the job, but kept the truck - and what a great decision it was! This was my first American car (after a honda and a BMW) and I loved the utility. Lots of storage in the cab, great towing power, and the previous owner put a single-pipe flowmaster on it (and it sounded mean). Towed a 4,000lb boat no problem with a full bed of cargo. True workhorse! Only non-wearable part I ever had to replace was the radiator (and it was DEFINITELY a do-it- yourself job). Keep the fluids changed and this truck will treat you well!
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT 4x4 4.7 v8
I have had this truck for 6 years now and still love it. The places I have gone in it off road have been amazing and I have yet to get stuck in any conditions (been close but never stuck). The only time I have had to put her in the shop where due to my abuse and there has been a great deal of it. When I first got the truck it was hard to find good off roading tires for the 20in rim but now days I can find them every where. I will be driving this truck until the wheels fall off and then I might just ductape them back on for another few hundred miles.
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Best I've owned
My wife wrecked my front end when she took out most of a guard rail in Kodiak, AK. Without anywhere decent to fix the truck, we were left with waiting until I got transferred to another station to get it fixed. We drove it for a year and even from Alaska to Michigan with the damage and it still performed like a champ. 4600 dollars worth of damage and it still ran beautifully. I have yet to have a single issue with it still today after having it fixed. 4x4 works splendidly, but it does shutter a little bit when accelerating to highway speeds. One of my only complaints. All in all, I would definately purchase another dodge based on this one's reliability.
Best Truck On The Road
I've had this truck about a month, except for the mileage you can't beat this truck for looks and comfort. As you can see it's almost a 10 hands down.
Reliable truck sorry service
Almost immediately after the initial 3/36 warranty the dash cracked in 6 pieces. No problem since I purchased the 10 year/100K warranty. When I took the truck in I was told the dash is not covered since trim is not covered. (I dont feel the entire dash is trim). I was also told by the service manager that this is a problem they have never seen before, but they would see what they could do to help. The help turned out to be replace the dash at $600 each for the two parts! So I contacted Dodge directly and asked what could be done. Next I googled Dodge truck dash cracks and discovered this is a widespread problem. The Dodge rep never called back after he promised to.My last Dodge.
Great
I really like this truck overall. I was a GMer, but the Ram has been so far the best truck I have owned.
My new truck!
I was searching for a family sized truck. We have a 2 yr old and another on the way (Sept). I wanted a truck, and yet a MiniVan seemed more appropriate. Being a Ford guy, I tried to make sense out of the F150 Crew Cab's short-short bed, but I can't fit the family in the SuperCab. The Ram Quad Cab was PERFECT. I love it! It's the best of both worlds.
Horrible
Radiator hose blew at 29000 miles. Blinkers don't work properly. And now the head gaskets blew at 36,800 miles and I don't even tow with it. Also the rear end hops real bad at highway speeds.
good truck
Anybody that says the 4.7, is better than the 5.9 doesn't know what they are talking about. Check out the towing rating for the 4.7, and 5.9 on dodge's website, almost 3000 lbs less than the 5.9. The 360 has been around for along time, all bugs are out of it. The 4.7 l is also much noisier, i had both. The hemi, aluminum this aluminum that, to me that spells dollars. Dodge did cheap out on the interior on the 2003 as well, more plastic, less stuff. I owned the 2002, now own 2003, was vey dissappointed when truck arrived, dealer says thats the way they come know.
My first Truck Dodge Ram
I still own my dodge ram since 2004, bought it from a salvage dealer main reason it's a salvage title because it auto thief. It had 26k miles and right now has 99k miles and no mechanical problems at all. Recently I only drive it on the weekends and use to work only. But it was my daily truck in my college years and cruise around town. It does have poor mpg I average 11 city and 13 hwy with combine 12 mpg mixed driving. I personally like the 3rd generation design 2002-2009, don't like the new design it resemble to much of Toyota tundra not that I don't like it but it just look alike. I'll try not to sell it no matter how high gas prices is. Is going to be classic soon.
Dodge has a problem.....................
I love the design of this truck but have had numerous problems, mostly small, except for one. Other reviews of this vehicle refer to "rear end hop at highway speeds". Dodge actually has a name for it.They call it "beaming". It is an engineering flaw with the suspension. They are aware that the truck vibrates at highway speeds but have no fix for it.I have just lemon lawed mine. I went to test drive a replacement vehicle and it does the same thing as my lemon. BUYER BEWARE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'll never have another make of truck...
I've made some normal hot-rodding mods to my truck. It can almost run even with a Hemi Q/C, yet now gets 19 MPG on the highway. I love this truck, and can't pry my keister out of the seat (hence the abnormally high miles on it per year). It's reliability is rock-solid, and I can easily drive twelve-hour days or more. I'm a GM convert, and will always have a DCX Ram from here on out.
02 Ram SLT Quad review
I purchased this truck new after trading in a 98 Quad cab. Excellent design...give a few flaws that were corrected later. Great ride and reliability. Mirrors had always been a sore spot for me with Dodge vehicles, the tow mirrors are a plus. Very minimal maintenance in four years. The 4.7 litre engine is great, but not a big improvement in mileage over the hemi.
the rotors will warp!!!!
found out it's made in mexico. oh noooo. but the truck is great only a little jittery over rough surfaces. also i need to warn others of the rotors, they will warp. your first roadtrip and it will happen. go to dodge truck world.com and look under forums and brakes. warping rotors have 4 pages. plus this defect is only covered for 12 months or 12000 miles. after that, the local dealer for me chages 100 bucks to turn rotors.no aftermarket company makes em yet, so be forewarned.but other than that i love my truck. i have a 2002 qc with the 17 inch alloy option wheels
Great truck
This has been an excellent truck. Problems: Computer crashed at about 3000 miles and everything in the truck stopped working. Took the dealer 4 days to get another computer installed. Got the high end infinity sound system that is horrible and a real waste of money. Gas milage 12 in town 17 highway---not good for a 2-wheel drive and a driver that tries hard to get good MPG out of their vehicle.
Sold on Dodge RAM
I bought this truck used in Nov 02. It now has 22,000 miles on it. So far, great truck at a great price. I bought this primarily due to the safety crash results so I could have peace of mind carrying my kids around town. I have taken it to Canada to fishing trips on rough dirt and gravel roads with no problems. It just keeps purring. I had already replaced my brakes on my GMC at this mileage point a couple of years ago. My 5 STAR Dodge Service Dealer has already given it the once over and so far it hasn't cost me another dime since I got it (I couldn't say that about my Ford Explorer and GMC Sonoma that I had in the past).
WHATATRUK!
I'm very impressed with all aspects of this truck. It has the best looks of any big truck out there. The 4.7L engine is an excellent compromise between power (plenty for a 1/2 ton) and fuel economy (14-15 mpg). Excellent handling; and it can stop on a dime. It rides excellent except on the bumpiest of roads (where it can get a little bouncy in the rear end.) Overall impressive.
Outstanding Truck
I've driven/owned Ford, Chevy, and now Dodge. This Ram is the best overall by far. No mechanical problems, drives like a dream. The Dodge folks really put some thought into this. Biggest difference: Dodge has more interior room, no mechanical problems, and the layout was well thought out.
Truck value
My Ram 1500 is basicly a good truck over all, but I think that it is severly under powered with it`s 4.7 liter engine. As far as driving and handling goes, it does allright. I think that the rear seating area could use some major attention. The back of the bench seat is by far too straight up and down. It should lean back to a more relaxed position, and unless you're a short person and have a small family, the back seating area is going to be pretty cramped for you!!!
Ram Needs Gas Again
The ride and looks of this truck are good, especially with the sport package and 20" wheels. Lowered mine 2" front, 4" back. Really makes it stand out. The 5.9L lacks in power and performance. It is a gas hog! 10/City 13/HWG with 2 wheel drive. It's been back to the dealer 7 times for emmission system problems and an entire new front steering rack. Not overly impressed with Dodge trucks mainly due to gas mileage. This was my first & last one. Can't wait to get back to GMC
awesome!
this is one bad a** truck! inside, its a luxury car, outside, its big-rig styling that says "get the hell out of my way!" all in all, its an excellent vehicle in terms of reliability, overall design and build quality. wish they'd put the Hemi in soon though!
Ram turning heads
I've had my Ram Quad for 3 weeks and I can say without a doubt that this is the best large truck w/4 doors out there. The best thing about the Ram is that it has long time Ford/Chevy loyalists actually admitting that Dodge has hit a home run. It kills them to admit this. Everything from the engine to the standard 17" wheels gets great feedback. The 4.7 is more than enough engine.
Killer Looks and Bad Gas Mileage
Killer looks but bad gas mileage. I thought the 20" wheels would save gas but I have not been able to get more than 9 miles/gallon in the city. I would not recommend this vehicle if your commute to work is more that 10 miles (mine is 2 and I still complain). I never found any manufacturer or dealer ad stating how bad the gas mileage would be. Now I know why.
Great Truck
Love the truck on and off road... but it does ride like a truck!
Will dodge Dodge now
Almost immediately after the initial 3/36 warranty was up the dash cracked. Im not talking a small crack the dash looks like a mine field and is actually now in about 6 pieces. No problem since I purchased the 10 year/100K warranty. When I took the truck in I was told the dash is not covered since trim is not covered. (I dont feel the entire dash is trim). I was also told by the service manager that this is a problem they have never seen before, but they would see what they could do to help. The help turned out to be replace the dash with me paying for the parts at $600 each for the two parts! So I contacted Dodge and asked what could be done I googled Dodge truck dash cracks
Good solid truck
The new Dodge Ram 1500 truck is a very solid truck. Most trucks in it's class do not match the stock height of the Ram 1500 4 X 4. I love the interrior of this truck. A few months ago I moved and the rear cargo area of the truck came in very handy because of the extra space in the back. She steel floor is great when folded down. This creats a flat surface, this way things are level and safe. Also if the rear passengers are over 6 feet long they have plenty of leg room in the back which Chevy,GMC and Ford do not have.
A major kick-ass truck!
By far the absolute best truck I have ever bought! The ride is great on the highway and everyone gets out of my way when they see me coming.
Big White Beast
Ok, never had a Dodge product and was sorta reluctant to buy one until I saw the New Mayor. I drove a quad SLT with the sport package and then went to visit Chevy and Ford. Sorry for the bow tie guys and the Ford tough guys but this Mopar is amazing. The 4.7 could use a boost of a few horses and that big huge piece of hair under the paint on the passenger door wasn't needed but... every vehichle on the road will solicit a few complaints. I love this thing. IT ROCKS!!!
I love it!!
I just want to tell eveyone that this is the truck of tommorrow today!!!!! It is great!!
I Luv It
I have enjoyed my new truck. A truck I can fit in with my family. Great over design
Nice truck!! 02 Dodge Ram Quad SB 4x4
This is my 3rd truck, but my 1st Dodge. I have nothing but praise for this vehicle. Everything in it is easily found and usable the quality of this truck is the best american made I've seen yet. The ride is very smooth and tight for a large truck. The 4.7 engine pushes you around with no problem. Dodge has come along way with its product and I WILL HAPPILY BUY ANOTHER ONE.
The Mayor Lives
Awesome Truck. I just picked it up about a week ago and have driven about 400 miles. Traded in my 1998 Dakota 4WD Club Cab for the extra room and towing power of the Ram Quad Cab. I love the 20" wheels but I'll need running boards so the family won't have to scale the truck to get in it. I think I'll go with the full appearance upgrade with the running boads, and valances. My neighbor keeps coming over to just look at the truck and he actually told me he was dreaming about it the other night. I love the sound of the engine; so much so I don't know why I even purchased the upgraded stereo. I'm picking up a new RV travel trailer and can't wait to see how this truck tows.
Best I've ever owned (#1 of 12)
My Dodge Ram 1500 SLT plus Crew Cab Sport 4X4, with the 5.9L is the perfect truck except for the gas mileage. My Mileage is about 12 mpg with mostly to and from work (elevation climb of 1300 feet). The trailer towing package even has dual wiring harnesses. Very tough truck, I backed over a cement curb into a drainage ditch, and high centered on my driveshaft, springs and muffler. Wheels were 12 off of ground. I rolled down a boulder, placed it under the back wheels, put in 4 wheel drive lock and pulled right off. The amazing thing is there was not even a scratch on the body, or undercarriage.
Awsome truck, I chose the right one!
I traded in my 96 Dodge Ram Sport for the 02 this year in March, the ride is excellent, and very roomy. I have better gas mileage compare to my old one, thanks for the new generation 4.7 litter engine.
Comfort...NOT economical
The ride and comfort of this truck is better than other trucks in its class. The gas milage is the WORST in its class though. I would not recommend this truck simply because of the cost for gas it cost to operate. I would be willing to sacrifice a little comfort for better MPG with a different manufacture.
#1 Truck
This is my first Dodge and I plan to stay with the dodge line. I like the way the truck drives and I love the way it looks on the road. I went with a 4 x 4 and the size of the truck makes me feel safe on the highway.
2002 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB
I was looking at a silverado or gmc sierra but felt that the dodge just out-performed them both. I am very happy with my decision. I woul recommend this truck to anyone.
Best Truck
I have looked at many other trucks, but this one is by far the best. The looks of the truck is what caught my eye at first glance. The room inside is very spacious. We also have a minivan , but with a family of two adults and two children, we still prefer to take the truck. The truck handles like a sport car, yet very comfortable. Look at this truck, then test drive it. You will see that it is the best truck you can buy.
Best Ram yet
The interior roominess is great. The new four-door configuration is a big improvement over my 99 Quad Cab. The 20" wheel package is a real eye catcher as is the bigger, bolder grill. The Sport is especially head turning.
NICE TRUCK
THIS TRUCK HANDLES WELL. YOU GET A BETTER VIEW OF THE ROAD BECAUSE OF HEIGHT. THE FRONT END IS A REAL EYE CATCHER.
DadgeBoyToy
I Love My New Dodge truck,, People are always telling me they like it also, Ex. People I know who own the older style// They seem to like there dodge better...
Wish it was better
The truck is pretty nice, but it is very very sensitive to every bump in the road. Especially at 65-70 on a freeway, the truck starts bucking to the point that I have to slow down to feel like I can control it! Also not pleased with build quality. Big pain blemish in the cab embedded in the actual finish! Dealer says they have to strip entire cab to fix. Found other paint defects, like over spray drips. Fit not great, especially with hood. Interior is fantastic, I love the extra storage and roominess, and the rear seat arrangement.
love this truck
great looking, drives great, fun to drive,plenty of room frt and rear, paint is solid, performance is superb and, like it better every time i drive it.
Best Truck Yet
Performance is good, handling is excellent. The 4 wheel disc brakes are fantastic, the truck stops on a dime and the brake feel is firm and controlling. The doors are all double rubber sealed so she is quiet to ride in. The rack and pinion steering and the stiffer frame make the handling of the truck nice in corners and sudden moves. The truck sits up a littel higher than some and really like the visibility.
I love it!
I love this truck! I have wanted it since they came out, I found them on sale at the end of the year, there was no hastle. It is well designed, rides great, and makes me very happy. My only complaint is the gas mileage (I drove a Honda).
Need more Horsepower ?
Outstanding Look's, feel and ride. However, in the performance of the 5.9 it's down on get-up. Matched with poor fuel economy this will be the only down fall of this truck. I was a long term GM Truck customer. I miss the power and economy of the Vortec V-8. In my opinion GM,Ford cannot compete with this Dodge look!!
Excellent Truck
So far this has been a great truck. I did notice quite a bit of rear wheel play on a bumpy interstate, but I also have towing package and 20" wheels. Great handling and superior build quality. Excellent fit and finish. I have owned Chevy's 1500 4x4 last 14 years, but this Dodge changed my mind on that.
Engineer's Review
I bought the truck for the ride, fit, and finish. Exterior and interior looks were not a factor, but a pleasant surprise to have this package wrapped so well. Outstanding ride, excellent engine/transmission match, comfortable for 5. Just turned 10,000 miles with no major problems. Best package for the $$ when compared to Ford and GM. 7/100 warranty a nice plus, but don't anticipate needing it.