NHTSA Data Explorer

Dodge Ram 1500

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

16,125

Active records

Recalls

110

Active records

TSBs

897

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

1,177

Crashes

1,344

Fires

403

Top reported issues — Dodge Ram 1500

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Condition issue

7,337

Operating state

3,512

Safety restraint issue

1,702

Engine behavior

1,424

Braking behavior

1,221

Noise

1,180

Safety restraint behavior

971

Reporting mechanism

929

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

887

Vibration/harshness

822

Thermal issue

812

Fluid issue

747

Lighting behavior

727

Steering behavior

641

Ride/handling behavior

638

Performance issue

529

Driver assistance issue

521

Access/entry issue

486

Electrical issue

416

HVAC behavior

379

Starting behavior

281

Wiper/washer behavior

216

Recent change

157

Powering on/off behavior

156

Smell

101

Infotainment behavior

72

Communication/network issue

13

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

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…

2011 DODGE RAM 1500

Filed Mar 30, 2026


The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced by an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the motor mounts were old and fractured. The independent mechanic suggested that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who confirmed that the motor mounts were fractured and that the vehicle backfired due to piston failure. The dealer replaced the motor mounts. The contact stated that the…

2011 DODGE RAM 1500

Filed Mar 30, 2026


The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to purchase a new camper. While the vehicle was parked, the dealer made the contact aware that the passenger’s side turn signal and brake lights were inoperable on the rear towing electrical system, and that the integrated fuse box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not under recall.…

2012 DODGE RAM 1500

Filed Mar 28, 2026


Fuel tank strap corroded due to environmental exposure to water and salt in West Virginia.

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.