Dodge RAM Wagon Problems by Year
NHTSA has 24 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Dodge RAM Wagon, across 7 model years (1995–2002). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Dodge RAM Wagon years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No RAM Wagon model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1996 RAM Wagon: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2000 RAM Wagon: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 RAM Wagon: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1995 RAM Wagon: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2001 RAM Wagon: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 RAM Wagon: 3 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 Wagon problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Dodge RAM Wagon model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 RAM Wagon | 3 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2001 RAM Wagon | 3 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2000 RAM Wagon | 4 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1999 RAM Wagon | 4 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1998 RAM Wagon | 4 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 1996 RAM Wagon | 5 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1995 RAM Wagon | 1 | 0 | — | Tires |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge RAM Wagon years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (5), 2000 (4), 1999 (4). 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 Wagon?
Power Train, with 8 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Dodge RAM Wagon have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.