1997 Dodge RAM Pickup Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM Pickup years
- About as many complaints as other years 5th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup. That ranks 5th out of 9 RAM Pickup model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (5 complaints, 29%), typically at around 53,663 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 17owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup 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 | 5 | 29% | 53,663 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 12% | 36,346 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 12% | 36,346 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 12% | 25,502 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 6% | 36,346 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 6% | 61,534 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 6% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 6% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Dodge RAM Pickup recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup.
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.
Dash board cracked on drivers side and middle from where it meets windshield to the face of dash. *tr
While driving on us highway 231 in alabama a good year tire (lt245/75r16e) treads separated and caused over $4,600.00 dollars damage to the left side of my dodge ram truck. The tires have been a problem since new and were oem equipment . They wouldn't stay in balance very long after being balanced…
We own a 1997 dodge ram. The dashboard in the vehicle has broken apart in many locations including the vin number plate, which is no longer visible. On many occasions the dashboard lights have gone out. *tr
Air conditioning vent always switches to the defroster and back to the ac vent. While driving in the snow and ice the heater was on, the defroster vent automatically switches to the vent on the floor and the ac vent causing the windshield to ice up causing no visibility through the window. Did run…
Dodge ram 3/4 ton 4x4, 1997 . . All vehicles i have drive. 5 or 6, all have steering wheel plan and front end wander. In other words you turn the steering wheel and turn it some more before the vehicle actual turns. Its like those old movies you see where people are moving the steering wheel back…
Other Dodge RAM Pickup years
← 1996 RAM Pickup · 1998 RAM Pickup →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 RAM Pickup | 14 | 0 |
| 2002 RAM Pickup | 22 | 1 |
| 2001 RAM Pickup | 20 | 0 |
| 2000 RAM Pickup | 8 | 0 |
| 1999 RAM Pickup | 33 | 0 |
| 1998 RAM Pickup | 18 | 0 |
| 1997 | 17 | 0 |
| 1996 RAM Pickup | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 RAM Pickup | 7 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup?
Owners most often report structure, steering, suspension problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM Pickup model years, the 1997 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.