Dodge RAM recalls and problems by year
NHTSA lists 26 recalls and 835 owner complaints for the Dodge RAM (model years 2000–2011). The most reported problem area is power train (130 complaints), followed by steering (107 complaints). The 2001 model year has the most recalls (9).
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2010 | 5 | 27 | 4 | 2 | |
| 2009 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2008 | 2 | 25 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2007 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2006 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2005 | 0 | 40 | 5 | 1 | |
| 2004 | 1 | 58 | 9 | 0 | |
| 2003 | 2 | 53 | 6 | 1 | |
| 2002 | 2 | 116 | 14 | 3 | |
| 2001 | 9 | 318 | 53 | 9 | |
| 2000 | 6 | 147 | 31 | 6 |
By complaints filed, the peak model years are 2001 (318), 2000 (147) and 2002 (116). Among model years at least two years old, the 2011 has the fewest complaints on file (0).
Most reported problem areas
What owners name in their complaints across all Dodge RAM model years. A complaint can name more than one area.
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 130 | 10 of 12 | |
| Steering | 107 | 10 of 12 | |
| Air bags | 102 | 9 of 12 | |
| Suspension | 93 | 11 of 12 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 92 | 10 of 12 |
Latest 8 of 26 recalls
| Recall | Date | Problem area | Model years | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10V657000 | Dec 24, 2010 | Steering: linkages, tie rod assembly | 2008–2011 | 15,271 |
| 10V616000 | Dec 7, 2010 | Steering: hydraulic power assist, power steering fluid | 2010–2011 | 62,166 |
| 10V475000 | Oct 7, 2010 | Steering: electric power assist system | 2011 | 23,237 |
| 10V474000 | Oct 7, 2010 | Equipment: other, labels | 2011 | 772 |
| 10V315000 | Jul 7, 2010 | Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder | 2010 | 20,626 |
| 10V200000 | May 11, 2010 | Electrical system: ignition, module | 2010 | 37,335 |
| 10V009000 | Jan 11, 2010 | Service brakes, hydraulic | 2009–2010 | 20,045 |
| 09V158000 | May 8, 2009 | Equipment: appliance, air conditioner | 2009 | 36,793 |
Vehicles: the manufacturer's estimate of all vehicles potentially affected by the recall, across every model it covers. Each model-year page lists what its recalls fix.
Owners reported a crash in 128 complaints and a fire in 26 complaints; 90 people injured and 5 deaths are recorded in these reports. These are the owners' accounts, not findings of cause.
Complaint counts grow with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road; compare years with that in mind. Complaints are unverified owner reports.