2002 Dodge RAM Wagon Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 2, 2026 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other RAM Wagon years
Not enough data 5th of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Dodge RAM Wagon. That ranks 5th out of 7 RAM Wagon model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2002 Dodge RAM Wagon problems

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

Air Bags1
Seat Belts1
Seats1
Service Brakes1 · ~125,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags133%———
Seat Belts133%———
Seats133%———
Service Brakes133%125,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 1 complaints
2001: 1200112020: 1202012026: 120261

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2002 Dodge RAM Wagon recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Dodge RAM Wagon.

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.

Recent owner reports

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

Was in a car accident on Wednesday may 27,2026 . Crashed at a speed of about 51 if not more and NONE of the air bags deployed. I have spoken to my insurance and they said I needed to file a complaint or claim someway else for the airbags not deploying.

Air Bags · received Jun 2, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11741573

Exited i-40 in tucumcari, nm. Right turn off interstate, right turn into shell. Upon leaving the fuel station to enter i-40 westbound, i had no brakes. Pedal to the floor. Coasted uphill to restaurant parking lot; brake fluid under driver-side front wheel. Unusual since i had zero braking power…

Service Brakes · received Jul 31, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11342609

There is only one lap and shoulder belt on each of the bench seats in rear of vehicle. Consumer feels this is unsafe for 4 of the 6 passengers that may be seated. Dealer has been contacted. *ak

Seats · received Dec 4, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 899810

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Dodge RAM Wagon?

Owners most often report air bags, seat belts, seats problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Dodge RAM Wagon?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2002 Dodge RAM Wagon a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM Wagon model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.