Does the 2004 Dodge RAM have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Dodge RAM, the most recent reported on August 3, 2004 (Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge RAM?

Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (10 complaints), followed by power train (8).

How many 2004 Dodge RAM complaints mention a crash or fire?

9 of 58 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Dodge RAM recalls and problems

1 recall and 58 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Dodge RAM.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2004 Dodge RAM recalls

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

NHTSA campaign 04V385000 · reported August 3, 2004 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 2,261 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: A short circuit in the generator harness can cause an under hood fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the alternator wiring insulation for damage and repair and add a tie-strap clip to the valve cover stud to retain the wiring. This recall began on august 13, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system10
Power train8
Tires6
Air bags5
Engine and engine cooling5
Service brakes, hydraulic5
Steering5
Structure5
Vehicle speed control5
Equipment3

What owners report

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

Mar 12, 2024 · Air bags
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram Quad Cab. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted…

Feb 9, 2024 · Air bags · 70,000 miles · crash reported
The contact owned a 2004 Dodge Ram. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 30 MPH, another driver in an unknown truck ran a red light and crashed into the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained injuries to his thigh; medical attention was provided, but he later succumbed to his…

Aug 11, 2023 · Engine and engine cooling
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 used to haul a 2018 Keystone Passport Ultra Lite Grand Touring. The contact stated that the thermostat in the RV failed to operate as needed. The RV was taken to the dealer, where the thermostat was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The RV was taken back to the dealer…

Oct 17, 2022 · Power train · 137,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle was vibrating abnormally. The contact stated that the rear wheels locked up and the vehicle skidded sideways. The contact stated that the rear driveshaft had detached. The contact stated that oil was leaking from…

Jul 6, 2012 · Engine · 57,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 DODGE RAM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SAFELY MANEUVER TO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VALVE SPRINGS NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE…

RAM model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2001	9	318	53	9
2002	2	116	14	3
2003	2	53	6	1
2004	1	58	9	0
2005	0	40	5	1
2006	0	25	1	1
2007	1	17	1	1

Across all years, the 2001 RAM has the most complaints (318). All Dodge RAM years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Dodge RAM have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Dodge RAM, the most recent reported on August 3, 2004 (Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge RAM?: Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (10 complaints), followed by power train (8).
How many 2004 Dodge RAM complaints mention a crash or fire?: 9 of 58 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 12, 2024.