2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM Quad CAB years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 122 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB. That ranks 2nd out of 3 RAM Quad CAB model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (45 complaints, 37%), typically at around 69,500 miles. Complaints mention 8 crashes, 2 fires, 16 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 122owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 8complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB 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 | 45 | 37% | 69,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 15% | 11,643 | — | — |
| Suspension | 13 | 11% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 11 | 9% | 30,325 | — | — |
| Power Train | 11 | 9% | 34,126 | — | — |
| Steering | 11 | 9% | 59,378 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 10 | 8% | 62,300 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 4% | 11,285 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 4% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2% | 74,250 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 2% | 86,725 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 2% | 99,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2% | 16,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 2% | 31,189 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | 146 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 2,451 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 59,378 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 85,500 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 3,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB.
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
- False park (EA04025) — opened Aug 26, 2004, closed Dec 22, 2005, led to recall 05V462000.
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 at different speeds over 30 and usually temps below 50, the engine light will come on and will immediately lose throttle. "dead pedal" sometimes the throttle will surge then drop off other times when slowing the trans (automatic) will start to chatter as if a manual,. I use a store…
The dashboard is falling apart with sharp pieces falling inside under the dash which may cut wires or even the air bag. It is very brittle. It can be moving or stationary.
Wipers do what they want to, no- off dont seat stop in middle of windshield
Takata recall / i received the nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (airbags) frontal passenger air bag inflator however, in order to repair the vehicle the dashboard would have to be removed and the dealer stated that they would not be able to remove the existing dashboard without damaging the…
Cracked dashboard for no reason. Car was parked. Opened vehicle to find cracked dash. Told by dealership not their problem. Never had any vehicle ever do this before. Have purchased dodges for years, but now will not purchase another if they don't own up to their obligations.
Other Dodge RAM Quad CAB years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 122 | 0 |
| 2002 RAM Quad CAB | 206 | 0 |
| 2001 RAM Quad CAB | 118 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB?
Owners most often report structure, service brakes, hydraulic, suspension problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 45 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM Quad CAB model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.