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Dodge Ram 1500
Data refreshed June 26, 2026
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Complaints
17,086
Active records
Recalls
110
Active records
TSBs
907
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
1,231
Crashes
1,396
Fires
412
Top reported issues — Dodge Ram 1500
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Condition issue
Operating state
Safety restraint issue
Engine behavior
Noise
Braking behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Reporting mechanism
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Vibration/harshness
Thermal issue
Fluid issue
Lighting behavior
Steering behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Performance issue
Driver assistance issue
Access/entry issue
Electrical issue
HVAC behavior
Starting behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Recent change
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Infotainment behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
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.
2005 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed May 21, 2026
The contact owns a 2005 DODGE RAM 1500. The contact stated while getting the vehicle's state inspection done, the contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS), of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS), and NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V796000 (POWER TRAIN) however, the contact stated that he had reached out to a dealer, but they decline to service the vehicle due to not having the remedy available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of…
2004 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed May 12, 2026
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2004 Ram 1500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 16V352000 (Air Bags) and 15V313000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact was concerned about his safety because of the Do Not Drive Warning, and the vehicle was unable to pass state vehicle inspection due to unrepaired recalls. The…
2012 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Apr 24, 2026
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH and hauling a camper, the rear wheels locked up, and the contact lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle spun out. The camper jackknifed during the failure. The rear axle and wheels locked without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 146,000
2012 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Apr 17, 2026
My 2012 Dodge developed an engine issue at 129,000 miles. The issue was rough idling and no acceleration. I took it to a Dodge dealer. They diagnosed it as a chronic cam issue with this generation Chrysler hemi engine. I had the cam and replaced at Waldorf Dodge. The cost was at $3400. I believe this is a known problem and Dodge is aware of exactly why it happens. Lack of oil pressure to two of the cylinders that are dropped while driving for fuel economy. This should be Dodge problem not the…
2012 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Apr 3, 2026
The contact's ex-wife owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while his ex-wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver shifted into park(P) and then restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the starter and key fob were replaced twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V265000 (Power Train); however, the…
2004 DODGE RAM 1500
Filed Apr 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced transmission failure, and the brake lines were rusted. The contact was trapped in the desert for hours with his dog. The contact stated that two independent mechanics had determined that the idler pulley needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that six injectors and the ECM needed to be rebuilt. While driving, the…