1995 Dodge RAM 1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM 1500 years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 18th of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 213 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500. That ranks 18th out of 19 RAM 1500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (36 complaints, 17%), typically at around 93,000 miles. Complaints mention 13 crashes, 14 fires, 10 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.
- 213owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 4NHTSA investigations
- 13complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 36 | 17% | 93,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 31 | 15% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 30 | 14% | 86,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 | 11% | 122,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 16 | 8% | 66,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 13 | 6% | 160,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 6% | 114,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 12 | 6% | 112,347 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 12 | 6% | 96,663 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 11 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 10 | 5% | 213,472 | — | — |
| Suspension | 9 | 4% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 2% | 244,944 | — | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1% | 183,647 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 0% | 200,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0% | 122,002 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1995 Dodge RAM 1500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Seat back failure (DP03006) — opened Sep 23, 2003, closed Apr 8, 2004.
- Steering column separation (DP03002) — opened May 7, 2003, closed Jul 22, 2003.
- Headlight circuit (EA98010) — opened May 8, 1998, closed Dec 10, 1999, led to recall 99V024000.
- Alleged failure of steering pitman shaft (PE96022) — opened Mar 22, 1996, closed Jul 31, 1996.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
When i started driving the truck the dash was just cracked up then i had to change the heater core and while putting the dash back in it broke all up and now there are sharp edges all across the top at this time the truck was parked and the yard but now how it is while driving i have to hold the…
Vehicle was off and parked in driveway, upon entry the next morning found a smoldering fire and a burned ignition/steering column w/ extensive fire damage. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 1500. The contact noticed a fuel odor coming from the vehicle while parking. He then noticed fuel leaking from the top rollover valve. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 205,000.
The dash started cracking about 4 months ago, and then started breaking into sharp, jagged pieces that jump out at me when driving down the road, and the truck has hit any kind of uneven road or bump. Not only is it very distracting, but the pieces are very sharp.
Dash is cracking everywhere. Also the vin plate has also fallen and cannot be read by police and or state patrol. This is now an issue because of that and the sharp pieces that keep falling off.
Other Dodge RAM 1500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 RAM 1500 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 RAM 1500 | 698 | 6 |
| 2011 RAM 1500 | 689 | 4 |
| 2010 RAM 1500 | 486 | 4 |
| 2009 RAM 1500 | 670 | 2 |
| 2008 RAM 1500 | 554 | 5 |
| 2007 RAM 1500 | 517 | 4 |
| 2006 RAM 1500 | 792 | 9 |
| 2005 RAM 1500 | 1,170 | 4 |
| 2004 RAM 1500 | 1,099 | 5 |
| 2003 RAM 1500 | 1,171 | 1 |
| 2002 RAM 1500 | 815 | 3 |
| 2001 RAM 1500 | 1,112 | 2 |
| 2000 RAM 1500 | 513 | 2 |
| 1999 RAM 1500 | 610 | 0 |
| 1998 RAM 1500 | 520 | 0 |
| 1997 RAM 1500 | 361 | 0 |
| 1996 RAM 1500 | 298 | 0 |
| 1995 | 213 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500?
Owners most often report structure, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 36 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM 1500 model years, the 1995 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.