Dodge Pickup problems
The Ram pickup (marketed as the Dodge Ram until 2010) is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America (formerly Chrysler Group LLC and FCA US LLC) and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.
Previously, Ram was part of the Dodge line of light trucks. The name Ram was first used in 1981 model year Dodge Trucks in October 1980, following the retiring and rebadging of the Dodge D series pickup trucks as well as B-series vans, though the company had used a ram's-head hood ornament on some trucks as early as 1933.
Ram trucks have been named Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year eight times; the second-generation Ram won the award in 1994, the third-generation Ram heavy-duty won the award in 2003, the fourth-generation Ram Heavy Duty won in 2010 and the fourth-generation Ram 1500 won in 2013 and 2014, and the current fifth-generation Ram pickup became the first truck in history to win the award three times, winning in 2019, 2020, and 2021.
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Common Dodge Pickup problems
The Dodge Ram 1500, a popular pickup truck, is known for its power and versatility. However, like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems that owners may encounter. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues based on the search results:
- Engine Complaints: Dodge Ram 1500 trucks have suffered a variety of engine issues, including cam and lifter failures, exhaust manifold failures, compression issues, coolant leaks, engine stalls, cylinder head failure, engine failure, illuminated check engine lights, and other serious problems.
- Transmission Issues: Transmission issues resulting in shifting problems are also common in Dodge Ram 1500 trucks. Owners commonly complain of jerky shifts, late shifts, slow acceleration, clunky shifts, and other problems.
- Exhaust Manifold Bolts: Models with a 3.7L V6 engine and a 4.7L V8 engine have exhaust manifold bolts that are prone to breaking. The standard fix is to replace the exhaust manifold gaskets, which only cost about $15-$20.
- Coolant Leaks: Owners of 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 1500s have complained about their engine overheating due to the coolant leaking. The leaks usually come from the water pump, thermostat gasket, and intake manifold gasket.
- Body Structure Issues: Frustrated owners have many complaints about the RAM 1500s body structure problems, such as faulty lock mechanisms, defective paint job, rust buildup, and bumper holes drilled too large.
- Defective TRW Crash Sensors: Airbag control units (ACUs) in certain RAM 1500 trucks may be affected by an electric overstress, potentially disabling the airbag deployment. This issue was mostly reported on the fourth generation of RAM 1500, and is a huge safety risk.
- Oil Sludge: Several Dodge vehicles, including the RAM 1500, were reported to have oil sludge problems. Dodge's 2.7L engine had a problem with thick, oily sludge that clogged the passageways in the cylinder block, leading to oil starvation for various moving parts and potentially causing engine failure.
- Death Wobble: A "death wobble" is a severe shaking of the front end of a vehicle, typically experienced at high speeds. It is a dangerous condition that can lead to a loss of control, and it has been reported in some Dodge Ram 1500 trucks.
While these issues are common, it is important to note that not all Dodge Ram 1500 trucks will experience these problems. Additionally, many of these issues can be addressed through routine maintenance and repairs. However, potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and consider them when making a purchasing decision.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Dodge Pickup years
We have researched Dodge problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Dodge Pickup cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Dodge Pickup model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Dodge Pickup model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Dodge Pickup years
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Dodge Pickup car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Dodge Pickup , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Structure problems
- Suspension problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Dodge Pickup vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Pickup model years
A total of 3 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Pickup model years
There were a total of 5 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Pickup model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 113 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Dodge Pickup . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Dodge Pickup vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Dodge Pickup 1976
- Date Of Incident: 2014-07-03
- Date Complaint: 2016-09-08
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1976 DODGE PICKUP TRUCK EQUIPPED WITH MEDALIST SPORT KING ALL TERRAIN TIRES, SIZE: 32/1120/15 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE TIRE TREAD SEPARATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE TIRES WERE TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED, BUT THE ISSUE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
Dodge Pickup 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-16
- Date Complaint: 2012-08-10
- VIN: 3B7KC2369XG
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE PICKUP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD CRACKED ALL THE WAY FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE TO THE PASSENGER SIDE AREA. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER WHO STATED THAT THEY WERE UNAWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 113,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.
Dodge Pickup 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2012-06-05
- Date Complaint: 2012-06-05
- VIN: 1B7FL26X3SW
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: PASSENGER SEATBELT LOCKED UP AND HAD TO CUT THE SEATBELT. NOW HAVE TO ORDER NEW AND/OR USED SEATBELT. *TR
Dodge Pickup 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-09
- Date Complaint: 2011-11-11
- VIN: 3B7HF13Y2XG
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: GAS TANK STRAPS BROKE (BOTH RUSTED IN HALF). THE FRONT OF THE TANK DROPPED DOWN ONTO THE ROAD RUBBING A HOLE IN IT. WHILE TRYING TO GET PARTS AT A LOCAL PARTS STORE, THEY INFORMED ME THAT THEY HAVE EITHER SEEN OR HEARD OF SIMILAR INCIDENTS OF THE GAS TANK STRAPS RUSTING IN HALF AND THE TANKS FALLING OUT. *TR
Dodge Pickup 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2006-01-06
- Date Complaint: 2010-06-21
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DASHBOARD CRACKING AND FALLING APART. *TR
Dodge Pickup 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2009-03-15
- Date Complaint: 2010-02-25
- VIN: 1B7HC13Z3YJ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: LARGE HOLES IN DASH OF 2000 DODGE RAM1500 PICKUP,STATED AS A CRACK, NOW ENTIRE DASH. *TR
Dodge Pickup 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2009-03-10
- Date Complaint: 2009-03-12
- VIN: 3B7HF13Z81G
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: HAVE 2001 DODGE RAM, 81,000 MILES. DASH IS FALLING APART, HAS BEEN FOR SEVERAL YEARS. CONTACTED CHRYSLER AN ISSUED COMPLAINT. REF #18411025. WAS TOLD BY THEM THAT THEY WOULD PAY FOR LABOR TO CORRECT KNOWN PROBLEM AND THAT I WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR PART. PART 375.00, LABOR 175.00. ASKED THEM TO PAY FOR PART AND I WOULD INSTALL . REPLY WAS NO. *TR
Dodge Pickup 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2008-10-26
- Date Complaint: 2009-03-05
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 DODGE PICKUP. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS SMOKING FOLLOWED BY FLAMES. THE ENGINE WAS NOT TURNED ON AT THE TIME. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE FIRE MELTED THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LINER AND THE FRONT CARPET WAS DESTROYED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER SEATS WERE SCORCHED AND THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WAS CRACKED. THERE WERE NO PERSONAL INJURIES OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT SMELLED A BURNING ODOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE ORIGINATED IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS. THE AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 160,000.
Dodge Pickup 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-26
- Date Complaint: 2008-12-29
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3B7MC33D3VM
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE PICKUP. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL BURNING SMELL AND THE HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND ATTEMPTED TO MAKE THE REPAIR; HOWEVER, THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKERED AND REMAINED ON. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06E026000 COMPONENT: EXTERIOR LIGHTING IS RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE VIN DID NOT QUALIFY FOR THE RECALL. THE VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED AT THE OWNERS EXPENSE. THE FAIULRE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE UNKNOWN.
Dodge Pickup 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-15
- Date Complaint: 2008-12-16
- VIN: 3B7HF13Y3XG
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 99 DODGE RAM NOTICED CRACK IN DASH WHILE STILL UNDER WARRANTY, BUT DIDN'T PURSUE IT. APP. 300 MILES OUT OF WARRANTY, DASHBOARD CRACKED IN A THOUSAND PIECES, ELECTRICAL READY TO COME THROUGH DODGE STATES THEY HAVE NEVER HEARD OF THE PROBLEM, ALTHOUGH, AFTER A NEWS PROGRAM, THEY FIXED THE DASHES IN A FLORIDA TOWN. THOUSANDS OF REPORTS ON THE WEB. *TR
Dodge Pickup 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2002-10-10
- Date Complaint: 2008-10-06
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE PICKUP. WHILE DRIVING UPHILL AT APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MPH, A LOCK-UP CLUTCH FAILURE OCCURRED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE POWER TRAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. RECENTLY, THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED FOR THE SECOND MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED OF THE SAFETY RISK INVOLVED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 38,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 48,892.
Dodge Pickup 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-11
- Date Complaint: 2008-04-14
- VIN: 3B7HF13Z11G
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE PICKUP. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY STOP WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT LOOKED UNDER THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE COMPLETELY RUSTED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 112,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 111,000.
Dodge Pickup 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-15
- Date Complaint: 2007-12-09
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DASH BOARD FALLING TO PIECES AND DOWN INTO CONTROLS UNDER DASH ALSO BIG GLARE FROM CRACKS IN WINDSHIELD DANGEROUS I BELIEVE DODGE KNOWS THIS JUST TYPE IN RAM PICKUP DASH BOARDS INTO INTERNET THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS DODGE HAS A NEW DASH AND NEW PART NUMBER BECAUSE THEY KNOW BIG PROBLEM THEY WANT US ALL TO PAY 1000.00 TO PUT IN NEW DASH THIS WILL END UP IN ACCIDENTS I BELIEVE DODGE SHOULD RECALL THESE DASH BOARDS JUST ASK ANY ONE WITH DODGE RAM TRUCKS . THANKS DAVID *TR
Dodge Pickup 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2007-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2007-09-09
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DASH BOARD CRACKED IN SEVERAL LOCATIONS. TAPE BRACKET ALSO CRACKED. WHEN I TRIED TO REPLACE BLACK DASH COVER, IT BROKE IN ONE PLACE WHAT MADE ME STOP FROM CHANGING IT. THE TASK WAS VERY UNPLEASANT AND DASH BOARD IS SO FRAGILE.*JB
Dodge Pickup 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-01
- Date Complaint: 2007-07-06
- VIN: 3B7KF2366XG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE PICKUP. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE THERMOSTAT INDICATED THAT THE RADIATOR WAS OVERHEATING. THE TEMPERATURE RANGED FROM 220-240 DEGREES. THE RADIATOR BEGAN TO EMIT HOT RADIATOR FLUID FROM THE OVERFLOW TANK. DODGE STATED THAT THEY WERE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 94,300 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 94,000.
Latest 5 recalls Dodge Pickup
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 8 recalls for different components of the Dodge Pickup.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Dodge Pickup 1994
- Report Received Date: 2006-03-23
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Model: Dodge Pickup 1995
- Report Received Date: 2006-03-23
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Model: Dodge Pickup 1996
- Report Received Date: 2006-03-23
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Model: Dodge Pickup 1997
- Report Received Date: 2006-03-23
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Model: Dodge Pickup 1998
- Report Received Date: 2006-03-23
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
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