1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM 2500 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 16th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 213 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500. That ranks 16th out of 18 RAM 2500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (36 complaints, 17%), typically at around 118,000 miles. Complaints mention 9 crashes, 14 fires, 6 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 213owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 9complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 | 17% | 118,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 32 | 15% | 97,420 | — | — |
| Tires | 26 | 12% | 112,701 | — | — |
| Suspension | 20 | 9% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 18 | 8% | 145,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 7% | 68,485 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 | 7% | 56,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 6% | 89,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 11 | 5% | 175,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 10 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 9 | 4% | 175,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 4% | 91,325 | — | — |
| Visibility | 9 | 4% | 11,050 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | 4% | 97,360 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 7 | 3% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 2 | 1% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 1% | 133,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 2 | 1% | 70,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Dodge RAM 2500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving truck down road air bag exploded for no apparent reason , no large bumps or impacts to vehicle..Cab filled with dust and smoke Luckily was able to stop although my hearing is greatly impaired now..
While driving a dodge ram 2500, without any load and at a speed of 35 mph on a straight smooth road the rear right tire burst for no apparent reason. A local firestone dealer believes that the tire was punctured and at a low pressure. I do not believe that as a visual inspection prior to the trip…
Frame rusting through and cracked near starring gear box and stabilizer bar bushing mounts.
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the entire dashboard was cracked, to the point that pieces detach when going over a bump. The contact also stated that the front-end suspension was fractured, making it impossible for the vehicle to drive in a straight line. The…
Dean mud terrain radial sxt lt265/75r16 manufactured january 2006. Tire's with 22,000 miles. Tread separated from casing causing a bubble, tire replaced. Second tire had a blowout three weeks later after tire inspection.
Other Dodge RAM 2500 years
← 1996 RAM 2500 · 1998 RAM 2500 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 RAM 2500 | 283 | 4 |
| 2011 RAM 2500 | 298 | 4 |
| 2010 RAM 2500 | 236 | 4 |
| 2009 RAM 2500 | 214 | 5 |
| 2008 RAM 2500 | 317 | 7 |
| 2007 RAM 2500 | 361 | 8 |
| 2006 RAM 2500 | 670 | 6 |
| 2005 RAM 2500 | 422 | 6 |
| 2004 RAM 2500 | 582 | 6 |
| 2003 RAM 2500 | 661 | 6 |
| 2002 RAM 2500 | 155 | 0 |
| 2001 RAM 2500 | 469 | 1 |
| 2000 RAM 2500 | 211 | 1 |
| 1999 RAM 2500 | 313 | 0 |
| 1998 RAM 2500 | 225 | 0 |
| 1997 | 213 | 0 |
| 1996 RAM 2500 | 291 | 0 |
| 1995 RAM 2500 | 267 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, power train, tires problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 36 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM 2500 model years, the 1997 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.