Dodge RAM Quad CAB Problems by Year
NHTSA has 446 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Dodge RAM Quad CAB, across 3 model years (2001–2003). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (206). The most reported problem area overall is structure.
Dodge RAM Quad CAB years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No RAM Quad CAB model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 RAM Quad CAB: 206 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 RAM Quad CAB: 122 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2001 RAM Quad CAB: 118 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Dodge RAM Quad CAB problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure problems | 169 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 42 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 42 | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 42 | 3 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | 3 | 5 |
| Power Train | 36 | 3 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 25 | 3 | 14 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 11 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Dodge RAM Quad CAB problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
All Dodge RAM Quad CAB model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 RAM Quad CAB | 122 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2002 RAM Quad CAB | 206 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2001 RAM Quad CAB | 118 | 0 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge RAM Quad CAB years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (206), 2003 (122), 2001 (118). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Dodge RAM Quad CAB?
Structure, with 169 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Dodge RAM Quad CAB have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.