1995 Dodge RAM VAN Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 22, 2006 · 14 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other RAM VAN years
Fewer complaints than other years 8th of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Dodge RAM VAN. That ranks 8th out of 9 RAM VAN model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 21%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.

Dodge RAM VAN
1st-generation Dodge Ram van photographed in USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1995 Dodge RAM VAN problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train3
Suspension2
Tires2
Air Bags1
Electrical System1
Seat Belts1
Seats1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Structure1 · ~144,000 mi
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train321%———
Suspension214%———
Tires214%———
Air Bags17%———
Electrical System17%———
Seat Belts17%———
Seats17%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic17%———
Structure17%144,000——
Unknown or Other17%———
Visibility17%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2000, with 4 complaints
1997: 1199711998: 2199821999: 3199932000: 4200042001: 1200112002: 1200212004: 1200412006: 120061

n = 14 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1995 Dodge RAM VAN recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 Dodge RAM VAN.

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

  • Steering column separation (DP03002) — opened May 7, 2003, closed Jul 22, 2003.
  • Safety belt cinching latch plate (PE02082) — opened Nov 6, 2002, closed Apr 23, 2003.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Frame failure. Rusted holes in frame. Front suspension not secure. Unsafe to drive. Hole size of fist. Holes covered by rubber type flap that prevents splashing. *jb

Structure · received Nov 22, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10174038

Foia request (subpoena withdrawal) to produce documents, reports, notes, memos, petitions, investigative materials in your possession/control associated with [xxx] and his 1995 dodge ram van vin [xxx]. *mr *nm information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c…

Unknown or Other · received Jul 15, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10082166

Consumer states while driving, upper ball joint cracked and caused the front wheel to fall off. Nlm.*jb

Suspension · received Apr 17, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8007877

Fan motor switch stopped working several months ago. The switch melted. Independent mechanic pulled up a universal recall on make/ model. Problem was caused by inadequate heating to switch. Consumer's vehicle was not part of recall due to vin. *ak recall number 00v135. *slc

Visibility · received Aug 2, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 893290

Consumer was told by customer service representative that nothing could be done to satisfy the recall unless the factory installed seat was installed in the van.

Seats · received Jul 11, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 552970

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Dodge RAM VAN?

Owners most often report power train, suspension, tires problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Dodge RAM VAN?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1995 Dodge RAM VAN a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM VAN model years, the 1995 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.