2002 Dodge RAM 3500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM 3500 years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 18th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Dodge RAM 3500. That ranks 18th out of 18 RAM 3500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (9 complaints, 20%), typically at around 90,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 44owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Dodge RAM 3500 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 | 9 | 20% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 8 | 18% | 89,250 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 11% | 71,120 | — | — |
| Suspension | 5 | 11% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 9% | 17,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 4 | 9% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 7% | 32,035 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 7% | 37,072 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 7% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5% | 8,250 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 5% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 5% | 48,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 5% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 2% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 2% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 2% | 165,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | 160,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Dodge RAM 3500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Dodge RAM 3500.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Installed transfer fuel tank in back of my pickup truck, two weeks ago after putting 45 gals of fuel in tank, next morning tank was empty. Removed tank and found the bottom of tank has many holes from defective aluminum plate which entire tank is made from. Contacted manufacture ( RDS…
While driving my truck on at least 10 times the vehicle hit a bridge or bump in the road the vehicle starts to have a death wobble i cant control it i try to stop on a highway almost was hit by a tractor trailer and other vehicles each time i have replaced alot of front end equipment and it has 6…
The dash in my truck has broken pieces are coming out really bad looks like it exploded with the air condition turned on or the defrost pieces hit you in the face dodge refuses to help recall this everyone i know has this issue with there dodge this is a safety issue with my grand children who ride…
Have a 2002 dodge ram 3500 that i bought new and the dash has disintegrated. The plastic is defective and has crumbled into a multitude of pieces. These pieces fly out of the air vents into your eyes and are sharp and will cut like a knife. This is a danger not only to my eyes but it i was to have…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 3500. While driving 50 mph, the service vehicle warning indicator illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer…
Other Dodge RAM 3500 years
← 2001 RAM 3500 · 2003 RAM 3500 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 RAM 3500 | 366 | 8 |
| 2011 RAM 3500 | 225 | 5 |
| 2010 RAM 3500 | 150 | 9 |
| 2009 RAM 3500 | 105 | 5 |
| 2008 RAM 3500 | 173 | 9 |
| 2007 RAM 3500 | 210 | 11 |
| 2006 RAM 3500 | 257 | 8 |
| 2005 RAM 3500 | 196 | 4 |
| 2004 RAM 3500 | 214 | 4 |
| 2003 RAM 3500 | 286 | 6 |
| 2002 | 44 | 0 |
| 2001 RAM 3500 | 130 | 1 |
| 2000 RAM 3500 | 58 | 1 |
| 1999 RAM 3500 | 104 | 0 |
| 1998 RAM 3500 | 105 | 0 |
| 1997 RAM 3500 | 125 | 1 |
| 1996 RAM 3500 | 124 | 1 |
| 1995 RAM 3500 | 108 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Dodge RAM 3500?
Owners most often report structure, steering, power train problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Dodge RAM 3500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 Dodge RAM 3500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM 3500 model years, the 2002 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.