Dodge RAM recalls and problems
26 recalls and 835 owner complaints for 12 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
26
Complaints
835
Crashes reported
128
Fires reported
26
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Dodge RAM by year
Most reported Dodge RAM problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 134 | |
| Steering | 119 | |
| Air Bags | 102 | |
| Suspension | 98 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 98 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 93 | |
| Electrical System | 79 | |
| Structure | 64 | |
| Visibility | 41 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 |
All Dodge RAM recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10V-657 | Dec 24, 2010 | 2008–2011 | Steering | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 4500 and 5500 vehicles. |
| 10V-616 | Dec 7, 2010 | 2010–2011 | Steering | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 dodge ram trucks manufactured from march 2009 through october 2010. |
| 10V-475 | Oct 7, 2010 | 2011 | Steering | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring, 300, charger (Lx) and dodge challenger (Lc), avenger (Js), and journey (Jc), as well as model year 2011 dodge ram light duty pickup (Ds) vehicles. |
| 10V-474 | Oct 7, 2010 | 2011 | Equipment | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 dodge ram d2, dj, and ds-body vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." some vehicles have been built with certification and/or… |
| 10V-315 | Jul 7, 2010 | 2010 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 left hand drive jeep liberty, dodge nitro and ram 1500 truck; right and left hand drive jeep wrangler vehicles. |
| 10V-200 | May 11, 2010 | 2010 | Electrical System | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler 300, dodge challenger, charger, jeep commander, grand cherokee and dodge ram vehicles. |
| 10V-009 | Jan 11, 2010 | 2009–2010 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. |
| 09V-158 | May 8, 2009 | 2009 | Equipment | Chrysler is recalling 36,793 my 2009 dodge ram light duty pickup trucks equipped with manual temperature control (Mtc) only. |
| 09V-084 | Mar 13, 2009 | 2008–2009 | Visibility | Chrysler is recalling 65,896 my 2008-2009 light and heavy duty dodge ram pickup trucks. |
| 09V-078 | Mar 10, 2009 | 2009 | Power Train | Chrysler is recalling 504 my 2009 dodge ram 2500/3500 pickup trucks heavy duty cab chassis with manual transmission and power adjustable pedal package. |
| 07V-413 | Sep 12, 2007 | 2007 | Power Train | On certain two wheel drive trucks equipped with manual transmissions, the front driveshaft yoke may break under certain driving conditions. |
| 04V-385 | Aug 3, 2004 | 2004 | Electrical System | On certain pick-up trucks equipped with 4.7l engines, the generator wiring harness may short circuit due to contact with a valve cover stud. |
| 04V-185 | Apr 12, 2004 | 2000–2003 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | On certain van and wagon vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock brake systems (Abs), aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the ABS control module connector, which can compromise sealing integrity of the… |
| 03V-033 | Feb 5, 2003 | 2003 | Vehicle Speed Control | Certain pickup trucks, equipped with cummins diesel engines and manual transmissions, may experience an elevated idle speed after extended cruise control use. |
| 02V-159 | Jun 13, 2002 | 2002 | Power Train | On certain 4x4 pickup trucks, the rear axle flange weld to the axle tube could fatigue and allow the brake caliper assembly to rotate. |
| 02V-042 | Feb 7, 2002 | 2001 | Electrical System | On certain pickup trucks, the alternator wire connection to the power distribution center (Pdc) can loosen. |
| 01V-289 | Sep 10, 2001 | 2001 | Tires | Vehicle description: certain 2500 wagons were equipped with incorrect load range tires. |
| 01V-253 | Aug 2, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Electrical System | Vehicle description: vans and wagons not equipped with power front seats. |
| 01V-184 | Jun 5, 2001 | 2001 | Wheels | Vehicle description: vans. |
| 01V-153 | May 8, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Air Bags | Vehicle description: pickup trucks. |
| 01V-038 | Feb 12, 2001 | 2000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with an anti-lock braking system (Abs). |
| 01V-008 | Jan 5, 2001 | 2001 | Suspension | Vehicle description: quad cab pickup trucks equipped with a camper package and overload springs. |
| 00V-366 | Nov 9, 2000 | 2001 | Child Seat | Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. |
| 00V-307 | Oct 12, 2000 | 2001 | Suspension | Vehicle description: quad cab pickup trucks. |
| 00V-107 | Apr 11, 2000 | 2000 | Trailer Hitches | Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with optional trailer hitch. |
| 00V-007 | Jan 11, 2000 | 2000 | Suspension | Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Dodge RAM?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2001 Dodge RAM has the most reports (318). Check the 2001 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Dodge RAM have?
NHTSA lists 26 safety recalls covering Dodge RAM model years 2000–2004, 2007–2011.
What are the most common Dodge RAM problems?
Owners report power train, steering, air bags problems most often.