Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Dodge Ram 2008 quad cab 1500 series. At the time I called into Dodge I had roughly 60 thousand miles on my truck. I contacted Dodge in 2014 and they told me although that was the model and series that was part of a recall that my particular VIN was not eligible for a recall . The problems I had endured were swaying of the truck almost to the extent where the tire felt like it was wobbling and the truck shaking when I excellerated over 50 mphs . It was at that time when I took a road trip for memorial day weekend 2014 when this started getting progressively worse and I pretty much had to drive 40 miles an hour the i75 freeway because the car felt like it was going to flip over when I was excellerating. It was right there after that I contacted Dodge to make a complaint and they told me although I had the year and make of the Ram but my particular VIN was not eligible for any recall. …
Tl contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The vehicle has Goodyear wrangler hp tires, size p235/65r17. The vehicle has been handling poorly during all types of weather conditions. While driving 25 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the tires just skidded for approximately two feet and crashed into the preceding vehicle. The road conditions were dry. The contact was injured and the driver in the other vehicle sustained some neck bruising and pain. The contact believes that the tires are to blame for the crash, not the brakes. The failure usually occurs during any type of sudden stop. While driving above 18-20 MPH, the tires will begin to skid. The dealer is unwilling to assist and the manufacturer has not been notified. The contact is a mechanic and believes that the tires are defective and should not have been placed on the vehicle. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving highway speeds, the front passenger wheel completely fractured from the axle. A police report was filed, but no crash occurred. The driver sustained whiplash due to the tire failure. The insurance company towed the vehicle to a yard. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer provided a case number and stated that they would provide a follow-up response to investigate the cause of the wheel fracture. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10e040000 (wheels) and was uncertain if the failure was related to manufacturer recall number: g02 (front wheel bearings). The contact was waiting on a response from the manufacturer. The failure mileage was not available. ... Consumer stated the front passenger tire came off the truck without warning, without any warning lights. Photos attached.
It first started as severe shaking whenever I hit a bump, especially on an curve. The truck would hop and shake and become uncontrollable until I slowed. This still happens but now I also get an uncontrollable wobble whenever I drive at highway speed and there is any kind of incline or bend in the road. Only fix is to slow down significantly.. It's dangerous! I've become trained to deal with it but it's certainly unsafe and I always worry that it will happen on a slick road and I won't be able to hold it on the road. I've replaced tires, aligned, balanced, road force balanced and nothing fixes it!
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving 20 MPH, the turn signals, brakes, and tails lights failed. In addition, the contact stated that the wheel hubs failed causing the vehicle to shake. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the body control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10e040000 (wheels). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
Tl contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, an abnormal sound emitted from the front passenger side wheel. The failure recurred numerous time. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was made aware of NHTSA campaign id number: 10e040000 (wheels). The contact believed that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure. The VIN was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
While pulling my rv trailer, I noticed a growling noise and vibration coming from the front of my truck. The closer I got to home the noise got louder. Took to my mechanic and he had to replace left front wheel bearing hub, steering knuckle and alignment. It fixed the problems. Only 45594 miles. Cost $800.00. Is this a recall for this vehicle? Can I be reimbursed for my cost of repairs from Chrysler?
Vibration and bouncing- wobble feeling with loose steering at speeds 55-70, from front wheels through steering wheel. Tires have been re-balanced several times as the possible cause but truck continues to have vibrations in front wheels at speeds 55 or higher. Continual brake noise, rattling sounds at all speeds after brakes have been applied 2-3 times under normal traffic conditions.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the rear driver side tire blew out as the low tire pressure warning sign illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.
Premature tread wear, constant leaks due to rocks, side wall wear excessive. I was avoiding a deer and turned sharply. The tire came separated from the bead causing the truck to roll over causing 7000.00 dollars damage. These tires are a joke and should not be standard equipment on a 350 horse power 4x4 truck!
Wheel & Tire complaints in other Ram 1500 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 2008 Dodge Ram 1500?
NHTSA has 27 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 2008 Dodge Ram 1500, 5% of the model year's 554 complaints. The component named most often is pressure monitoring and regulating systems (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for the 2008 Dodge Ram 1500, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 42,000 miles, and 32% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries to wheels & tires problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.