Kansas man brings 2012 Ram 1500 for a simple fix and mechanic finds a never-ending list of problems with ‘cursed’ truck
Published on Apr 05, 2026 at 5:51 PM (UTC+4)
by Ben Thompson
Last updated on Apr 05, 2026 at 5:51 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Mason Jones
The problems associated with this 2012 Ram 1500 were so numerous that they became something of a never-ending story.
This Kansas man, Bill, took his truck into the Car Wizard to address what he believed was a few leaks.
But once the YouTuber got a closer look at the Ram 1500, he couldn’t believe his eyes.
This truck had so many problems that he even joked it was ‘cursed’.
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What was wrong with this 2012 Ram 1500?
There were several leaks throughout the vehicle.
One is on the front main seal, while oil was also being sprayed from the fallen axle seals.
Oil was also leaking from the valve covers.
All in all, this truck – which had 221,000 miles on it – was in desperate need of some TLC.
But as the Car Wizard got to work, he came across issues that couldn’t be whisked away with the wave of a wand.
We’re talking about worn ball joints and a broken sway bar.
The former was particularly troublesome, as it would contribute towards steering vibrations.
Although the issues may have been enough to sway some people into junking the truck, Bill wasn’t going to be so hasty.
For a start, he had financial considerations to take into account – he’d rather invest $10,000 into fixing the truck than splash out $80,000 on a new one.
And despite its numerous problems, this 2012 Ram 1500 was still powered by a HEMI engine that was in remarkably good shape.
There was reason yet to keep this truck on the road.
There’s no job too big for the Car Wizard
The Car Wizard has worked his magic on numerous vehicles over the years.
He’d previously fixed a 2013 Toyota Avalon with a $10 part – after four different dealerships had been left stumped by its issues.
He also took on a Chevrolet Malibu that was considered ‘possessed’ by its owner, and a 2002 Mercedes E320 that had fallen victim to coffee spills.
However, he did draw the line at fixing a 1996 F-150, though, but for a very good reason.
Ben joined Supercar Blondie in February 2025 after being published by international organizations including LADbible, The Sun, the New York Post, and the Daily Mail. He covers supercars, rare and collectible vehicles, aviation, luxury assets, and the fascinating people behind them. His reporting has explored everything from seven-figure supercars and historic Ferrari collections to unusual aircraft adventures and extraordinary automotive discoveries from around the world. Ben has also gained first-hand insight into vehicle craftsmanship and customization, including visiting specialist workshops to see bespoke vehicles up close.
