NHTSA Data Explorer
Dodge Ram 1500
Data refreshed August 8, 2026
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Complaints
16,619
Active records
Recalls
110
Active records
TSBs
905
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
52
Injuries
1,190
Crashes
1,370
Fires
406
Top reported issues — Dodge Ram 1500
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Safety restraint issue
Engine behavior
Noise
Braking behavior
Safety restraint behavior
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Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Vibration/harshness
Thermal issue
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Lighting behavior
Steering behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Performance issue
Driver assistance issue
Access/entry issue
Electrical issue
HVAC behavior
Starting behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
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Recent change
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Infotainment behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2005 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Aug 5, 2026
The pinion bolt loosend driveshaft started shaking badly then blew up causing the rearend to bind up causing loss of control. Leaving me in a dangerous situation on I40 so dangerous that they got a tow truck to me within 10 minutes which is unheard of.had my truck towed to Ascot Automotive specialist. Which is my mechanic for my truck. Had it fixed out of pocket then asked mopar to reimburse me but they refused. Please help
2003 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Jul 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V312000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired; however, the contact was informed that the part to do the recall repair was on back order. The contact stated that the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles(DMV) had placed a hold on the registration of the vehicle, preventing the contact from…
2011 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Jul 9, 2026
Refused to perform recall T79 and customer satisfaction notice L41 emmisons. Received text message as evidence that said They are not obligated to repair my vehicle under recall, and that I would have to pay for the repairs.
2005 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Jul 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the dealer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experience a failure.
2004 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Jul 6, 2026
I am the owner of a Dodge Ram truck that is currently under an active and urgent Stellantis Stop-Drive safety warning due to the defective Takata airbag inflator recall. I am writing to file an official complaint regarding the manufacturer's failure to provide a remedy within a reasonable timeframe, as required by federal law.I contacted an authorized dealership to schedule the recall repair. I was initially told the wait for the replacement part would be two weeks. It has now been over three…
2005 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Jun 24, 2026
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not yet contacted.
2012 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Jun 15, 2026
Unknown The engine is bad. Costing me $2500 that I don't have. The lifter needs fixing and probably other things as well. I need help.
2004 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Jun 10, 2026
See attached document for complaint.
2004 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed May 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers 16V352000 (Air Bags) and 15V313000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted; however the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2004 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed May 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram. The contact stated that the recall notification letter for NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags). The contact was unable to register the vehicle at the DMV. The local dealer was contacted, who informed him the part was backordered. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure.