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2002 Dodge RAM Pickup recalls and problems

1 recall and 22 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Dodge RAM Pickup.

1
recalls
22
owner complaints
5
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2002 Dodge RAM Pickup recalls

Power train: automatic transmission, lever and linkage, column shift

NHTSA campaign 07V555000 · reported December 4, 2007 · CHRYSLER LLC · 576,418 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
The risk
Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
The fix
Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during january 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Dec 28, 2010 · Structure

CRACKING OF DASHBOARD, AFTER READING THE COMPLAINTS ON HERE AND NUMEROUS OTHER SITES IT APPEARS TO BE A TREND THAT NEEDS TO BE LOOKED AT. I HAVE CUT MY HAND ONCE ALREADY ON MINE AND THERE IS NO TELLING HOW MANY OTHER PEOPLE HAVE ALSO.

Sep 20, 2010 · Structure · 57,000 miles

MY DODGE RAM 1500 PICKUP HAS A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION IN THE FROM OF A CRACKING AND BROKEN DASHBOARD. I WOULD HATE TO THINK OF COMING IN CONTACT WITH IT IN A COLLISION.

Feb 4, 2010 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 30,000 miles

DODGE RAM 2002 3500 TRUCK THE BRAKE DISC PADS COME UNGLUED FROM THE BACKING PLATE DEFECT WAS FOUND ON 3 OF THE 4 BRAKE DISC PADS. DODGE IS USING POOR OR THE WRONG GLUE THERE WAS LOTS OF LIFE IN THE DISC PADS AND WAS UNDER 30,000 MILES ON THE TRUCK.

May 1, 2009 · Power train · 50,000 miles

TL CONTACT OWNS A 2002 DODGE RAM PICKUP. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 07V555000 (POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT). THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CALLED TWO OTHER DEALERS AND THEY…

Jul 28, 2008 · Structure · 65,000 miles

2002 DODGE RAM 1500 CRACKED DASHBOARD.

RAM Pickup model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 0810
2001 02010
2002 12251
2003 01421

Across all years, the 2002 RAM Pickup has the most complaints (22). All Dodge RAM Pickup years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Dodge RAM Pickup have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Dodge RAM Pickup, the most recent reported on December 4, 2007 (Power train: automatic transmission, lever and linkage, column shift). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Dodge RAM Pickup?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (8 complaints), followed by power train (6).
How many 2002 Dodge RAM Pickup complaints mention a crash or fire?
5 of 22 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 28, 2010.