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Getting some drivetrain vibrations =^( Known issue

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Old 10-23-2010, 10:55 AM
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At specifc point in acceration Im getting vebrations. At both 35 and 45 mph giving it moderate gas to keep speed limit or accelrate a little Im getting noticeable vibrations in drivetrain (shaft?) Avoidable if I give excessive gas/acceleration, but not practical. Known issue Im hoping? Kept thinking torque converter related.

They seemingly couldnt figure it out and called Dodge Master Tech support and they were aware of the problem and suspected it was the MDSS (?) econo mode problem. They dont have a fix yet but are aware of the issue. FYI.
 
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Thank you. I have that problem. It is the mds. It doesnt do it in tow haul mode. That enables mds. Do oyu have any idea how or when they will find a fix ?
 
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Thank you. I have that problem. It is the mds. It doesnt do it in tow haul mode. That enables mds. Do oyu have any idea how or when they will find a fix ?
Im sure there is no clear timeline. Squeeky wheel gets the grease. I qeak alot! Going to pursue buy back actually. It cant be good for the engine/motor.
 
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Thank you. I have that problem. It is the mds. It doesnt do it in tow haul mode. That enables mds. Do oyu have any idea how or when they will find a fix ?
Think you mean tow/haul mode disables MDS, at least it does on mine.
 
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id like to persue a buyback as well, but i think they will replace the motor before they buy the truck back. Im going to let my dealership know and if they cant fix it im might have to get a lawyer. Keep in touch with me on yours so i know whats going on and if you persue the buyback.
 
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MDS has always been an issue.....Caddy 4-6-8....
 
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5w-20
 
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they put 5w 20 in it. plus its only in the slow 35-45 mph range it does it. if i would have known the mds is junk i wouldnt have bought a dodge. this is bullcrap.
 
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Got an answer from Dodge. See link below. Im moving and renamig this to better reflect topic issue for future people searching it.

https://dodgeforum.com/forum/4th-gen...rom-dodge.html
 
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Wow ! I think if this is the case we can get a lawyer and win this battle. Because how am i suppose to sell my truck with a vibration. Dodge is saying a 25,000 dollar vibration is o.k. I dont think so. Either fix it or take my lemon back. What are you going to do gunslinger ?
 


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