2002 Dodge RAM VAN Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM VAN years
- Fewer complaints than other years 8th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Dodge RAM VAN. That ranks 8th out of 9 RAM VAN model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (4 complaints, 29%), typically at around 125,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 14owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Dodge RAM VAN 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 | 4 | 29% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 21% | 72,030 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 21% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 7% | 36,600 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 7% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 7% | 15,385 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 7% | 36,600 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 7% | 28,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Dodge RAM VAN recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Problem: On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
Risk: Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during january 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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
- 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.
Took van in for inspection and was informed that the entire frame had rust issues. Was told the front frame was so bad i should just park it as that anything from the radiator to the engine could just fall out with one good jolt. Did a little research and found this is a common problem with these…
On 8/8/14, a loud banging sound occurred when going over bumps and railroad tracks while driving to work. At that time, stopped driving van until were able to take it to bettenhausen chrysler jeep in tinley park, il. On 8/14/14. On the same date, we were informed the vehicle was unsafe to drive…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 2500 van. The contact stated while driving 2 mph the steering mount broke from the frame causing a faulty wheel alignment. The vehicle was towed to the contacts home. The contact inspected the frame and notice excessive rust on the frame. The contact called the…
Total loss of steering due to severe frame rot, which led to the detachment of the steering mounts on the passenger side. Luckily it happened at a slow speed, at that point had to be towed. Had just exited highway at speeds of 65 mph. I informed dodge of this problem approximately 6 months ago…
All power stops to vehicle, shutting entire engine, power brakes, steering off. It occurs daily, whil edriving on roads/freeways, creating a seriously hazardous situation. Dealer previously replaced the power control module. Problem recently started again. Dealer wants to replace the pcm again at…
Other Dodge RAM VAN years
← 2001 RAM VAN · 2003 RAM VAN →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 RAM VAN | 16 | 0 |
| 2002 | 14 | 1 |
| 2001 RAM VAN | 33 | 1 |
| 2000 RAM VAN | 29 | 0 |
| 1999 RAM VAN | 47 | 0 |
| 1998 RAM VAN | 22 | 1 |
| 1997 RAM VAN | 16 | 0 |
| 1996 RAM VAN | 18 | 0 |
| 1995 RAM VAN | 14 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Dodge RAM VAN?
Owners most often report structure, electrical system, steering problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Dodge RAM VAN?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 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 2002 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.