Dodge RAM 1500 Equipment Problems
Owners have filed 149 complaints with NHTSA about equipment problems on the Dodge RAM 1500 across 17 model years. The 2001 model year has the most (18). The words owners use most often: “air conditioner” (11% of reports).
- 149equipment complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 11mention a crash
- 11mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 51%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Air conditioner: mentioned in 17 of 149 complaints (11%)
At what mileage do equipment problems happen?
Based on 89 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 149 complaints, 11 mention a crash, 11 an injury.
Dodge RAM 1500 equipment complaints by model year
| Model year | Equipment complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 RAM 1500 | 3 | 0% | 31,036 |
| 2011 RAM 1500 | 1 | 0% | 40,000 |
| 2010 RAM 1500 | 1 | 0% | 17,000 |
| 2009 RAM 1500 | 9 | 1% | 26,000 |
| 2007 RAM 1500 | 5 | 1% | 11,000 |
| 2006 RAM 1500 | 13 | 2% | 36,000 |
| 2005 RAM 1500 | 2 | 0% | 60,557 |
| 2004 RAM 1500 | 12 | 1% | 32,000 |
| 2003 RAM 1500 | 11 | 1% | 48,729 |
| 2002 RAM 1500 | 11 | 1% | 78,000 |
| 2001 RAM 1500 | 18 | 2% | 62,250 |
| 2000 RAM 1500 | 14 | 3% | 77,500 |
| 1999 RAM 1500 | 13 | 2% | 44,991 |
| 1998 RAM 1500 | 13 | 3% | 123,635 |
| 1997 RAM 1500 | 12 | 3% | 38,225 |
| 1996 RAM 1500 | 7 | 2% | 113,850 |
| 1995 RAM 1500 | 4 | 2% | 244,944 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Equipment
Model years: 2012
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
Equipment:other:labels
Model years: 2012
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 ram 1500 trucks, manufactured from january 5, 2012 through january 6, 2012. The affected vehicles have a spare tire that does not match the specifications listed on the tire placard. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, âtire selection and rims.â
Risk: If installed, the incorrectly sized spare tire may unexpectedly activate the electronic stability control (esc) system, altering the effectiveness of the esc system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair vehicles as neccessary free of charge. The safety recall began on may 21, 2012. Owners should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Equipment:other:labels
Model years: 2004
Problem: The vehicle certification label on some pickup trucks lists incorrect tire, wheel, and recommended inflation pressure information which does not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for vehicles other than passenger cars.'
Risk: Installing the incorrect tire/rim sizes and loading the vehicle to the weights shown on the label can cause tire failure and result in a crash without warning.
Fix: Owners will be provided with vehicle certification label overlays containing the corrected information relative to vehicle tire and rim size, and recommended inflation pressure. This recall began on may 5, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the radio was hacked. The safety features became inoperable and the vehicle attempted to crash. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500. While the vehicle was stationary, the heating system and the defroster stopped working. The contact stated that the windows would not defrost and the heating system blew cold air in the winter of 2015. A dealer was not contacted about the failures. In…
The defective plastic dashboard on the 2001 dodge ram broke into fragments and stuck the drivers right eye causing temporary blindness and loss of control to vehicle. This has been a long time well known safety issue for thousands of dodge ram owners that nhsta still says is a "cosmetic issue" i…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the air conditioning unit would jam when an attempt was made to switch the unit to or from defrost. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the blend door actuator and the unit needed to be replaced. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge ram 1500. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 09v158000 (equipment) and 13v038000 (power train); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge RAM 1500s have equipment problems?
No. NHTSA has 149 owner complaints about equipment for the Dodge RAM 1500. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge RAM 1500 equipment?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list equipment. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about equipment problems on the Dodge RAM 1500?
The most frequent phrase is “air conditioner”, in 17 of 149 complaints.
Other Dodge RAM 1500 problems
- Power Train problems (2,382)
- Air Bags problems (2,208)
- Structure problems (2,020)
- Electrical System problems (1,377)
- Suspension problems (848)
- Steering problems (833)
- Engine problems (740)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (599)
See all Dodge RAM 1500 problems.