NHTSA Data Explorer

Dodge Ram 1500

Data refreshed August 27, 2026

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Complaints

16,623

Active records

Recalls

110

Active records

TSBs

905

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

52

Injuries

1,190

Crashes

1,371

Fires

407

Top reported issues — Dodge Ram 1500

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Condition issue

7,580

Operating state

3,623

Safety restraint issue

1,723

Engine behavior

1,469

Noise

1,261

Braking behavior

1,250

Safety restraint behavior

979

Reporting mechanism

956

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

928

Vibration/harshness

842

Thermal issue

822

Fluid issue

764

Lighting behavior

738

Steering behavior

661

Ride/handling behavior

650

Performance issue

545

Driver assistance issue

532

Access/entry issue

490

Electrical issue

425

HVAC behavior

399

Starting behavior

297

Wiper/washer behavior

218

Powering on/off behavior

173

Recent change

159

Smell

104

Infotainment behavior

76

Communication/network issue

14

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2004 DODGE RAM 1500

Filed Aug 23, 2026


TAKATA RECALL PARTS DELAY - MANUFACTURER REPAIR FAILURE.I am filing this complaint because Chrysler/FCA and its authorized dealer network have failed to provide the necessary remedy parts for an active, critical safety recall within a reasonable timeframe.My 2004 Ram 1500 is subject to the urgent Takata airbag recall. I contacted the manufacturer's official recall helpline and multiple local authorized dealerships to schedule the repair. I was formally informed by all parties that they are…

2004 DODGE RAM 1500

Filed Aug 11, 2026


The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle failed an inspection because the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 16V352000 (Air Bags) and 15V313000 (Air Bags); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. Four dealers were contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the issue, but…

2004 DODGE RAM 1500

Filed Aug 7, 2026


Crash

Vehicle: 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 I was the driver and sole occupant of my 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 and was wearing my seat belt. I was traveling westbound on [XXX], shortly after passing [XXX], when I was involved in a three-vehicle collision. The first vehicle stopped abruptly, resulting in the collision. I was traveling approximately 50–55 mph before the collision, and my truck sustained a significant frontal impact. Despite the frontal impact, the driver’s frontal airbag did not deploy. There were…

2012 DODGE RAM 1500

Filed Aug 6, 2026


Fire

While the vehicle was sitting in the driveway not running, the back of the headlight caught on fire. There wasn't any incedents (e.i. any collision, repairs) prior to the indecent. It is available for inspection. No dealership report yet, but have an appointment with local dealership Tuesday to get an itemized estimate for the repairs.

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.

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Updated August 27, 2026. Refreshed nightly.