Exhaust Manifold bolts and gasket

[scottamj]

My 2021 Ram 1500 E-Torque suddenly had a loud exhaust noise. I didn't hit or run over anything. Checked the muffler and exhaust and found no leaks. I took it to the dealer since I have 56,000 miles and also the extended warranty through the dealer. Dealer called to say the exhaust manifold was leaking due to a bad gasket caused by 2 broken bolts. There has been no damage done to the exhaust by me and the dealer let me know that the gasket was covered but it cost me $200 for the bolt replacement! Ridiculous that the bolts are not covered.

 

[vincentw56]

My 2021 Ram 1500 E-Torque suddenly had a loud exhaust noise. I didn't hit or run over anything. Checked the muffler and exhaust and found no leaks. I took it to the dealer since I have 56,000 miles and also the extended warranty through the dealer. Dealer called to say the exhaust manifold was leaking due to a bad gasket caused by 2 broken bolts. There has been no damage done to the exhaust by me and the dealer let me know that the gasket was covered but it cost me $200 for the bolt replacement! Ridiculous that the bolts are not covered.

Do a search and you will see this is a common issue.

 

[Rebob0510]

I had a exhaust leak when cold, My dealer replaced both manifolds, gaskets and all bolts with zero cost to me. This was done at 59,500 miles

 

[scottmoyer]

Doesn't the emissions warranty cover for 60k miles?

 

[vincentw56]

Doesn't the emissions warranty cover for 60k miles?

The power train warranty does. His dealer is screwing him on it.

 

[scottamj]

Was told gaskets are covered but not the bolts. I did question it but was told that is the new policy.

 

[jamiehughes]

what they are saying sounds like crap.. i would call your extended warranty company..

 

[scottmoyer]

Or another dealer