1996 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 1996 Dodge Pickup problems
The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has been reported to have various problems and defects, with the worst complaints being related to accessories, transmission, and engine issues.
- Transmission Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has experienced transmission problems, with 22 NHTSA complaints reported. The most common issue is the blown transmission, which has an average cost to fix of $2,600 and an average mileage of 123,000 miles. This issue can be a significant inconvenience and expense for owners.
- Engine Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has also had engine problems, with 129 complaints reported to NHTSA. The worst complaints include engine loses power & stalls, jerks and hesitates while driving, and blown engine. These issues can be dangerous and expensive to fix, with an average cost to fix of $3,700 and an average mileage of 134,000 miles.
- Interior Accessories Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 29 NHTSA complaints related to interior accessories. The most common issue is multiple cracks suddenly appeared in the dash, with an average cost to fix of $800 and an average mileage of 114,000 miles. This issue can be a significant inconvenience and expense for owners.
- Body/Paint Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 5 NHTSA complaints related to body/paint issues. These issues can be cosmetic and affect the vehicle's appearance, which can be a concern for owners.
- Electrical Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 5 NHTSA complaints related to electrical issues. These issues can affect various electrical components of the vehicle, such as the lights, and can be dangerous if not addressed promptly.
- Steering Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 5 NHTSA complaints related to steering issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's handling and can be dangerous if not addressed promptly.
- Lights Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 3 NHTSA complaints related to lights issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's visibility and can be dangerous if not addressed promptly.
- AC/Heater Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 2 NHTSA complaints related to AC/heater issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's comfort and can be a concern for owners.
- Seat Belts/Air Bags Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 2 NHTSA complaints related to seat belts/air bags issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's safety and can be dangerous if not addressed promptly.
- Exhaust System Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 1 NHTSA complaint related to exhaust system issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's performance and can be a concern for owners.
- Fuel System Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 1 NHTSA complaint related to fuel system issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's fuel efficiency and can be a concern for owners.
- Suspension Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 1 NHTSA complaint related to suspension issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's handling and can be a concern for owners.
- Windows/Windshield Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 1 NHTSA complaint related to windows/windshield issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's visibility and can be a concern for owners.
- Wheels/Hubs Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 1 NHTSA complaint related to wheels/hubs issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's handling and can be a concern for owners.
- Drivetrain Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 63 NHTSA complaints related to drivetrain issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's performance and can be a concern for owners.
- Miscellaneous Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 50 NHTSA complaints related to miscellaneous issues. These issues can affect various components of the vehicle and can be a concern for owners.
- Clutch Problems: The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had 28 NHTSA complaints related to clutch issues. These issues can affect the vehicle's performance and can be a concern for owners.
In summary, the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has had various problems and defects reported by owners, with the worst complaints related to transmission, engine, and interior accessories issues. These issues can be a significant inconvenience and expense for owners, and it is essential to address them promptly to ensure the vehicle's safety and performance.
1996 Dodge Pickup car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Dodge Pickup problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Dodge Pickup vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1996 Dodge Pickup
The NHTSA has received 33 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Dodge Pickup. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1996 Dodge Pickup vehicles.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-01
- VIN: 1B7HC16Z7TS
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DT:THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS ARE NOT LARGE ENOUGH TO ACCOMMODATE THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER . THE SEAT BELTS ARE TOO CONFINING, AND FIT TOO TIGHTLY AROUND THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE. WHILE WEARING THE SEAT BELTS THEY DO NOT ALLOW PROPER MOVEMENT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE SAFELY. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER TO DETERMINE IF THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE SEAT BELTS OR IF IT WAS THE DESIGN OF THE SEAT BELTS. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED, AND THEY SUGGESTED INSTALLING A SEAT BELT EXTENDER. SHE DID NOT HAVE THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER INSTALLED DUE TO THE COST OF THE EQUIPMENT. THE MANUFACTURER CONFIRMED THAT THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO COVER THE COST OF THE ADDED EQUIPMENT. SHE NOTICED THE PROBLEM WITH THE SEAT BELTS DIRECTLY AFTER SHE ACQUIRED THE VEHICLE. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-18
- VIN: 2GTEC19W3T1
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER, INTERMITTENTLY THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER WOULD FAIL. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-23
- VIN: 387KC23C3TM
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING AND BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE ABS WARNING LIGHTS START FLASHING AND THE BRAKES DON'T HOLD. THE DEALERSHIP CANNOT FIX PROBLEM, CAUSE IT CANNOT BE DUPLICATED. MODEL B2200. TS CONSUMER FOUND TSB REGARDING LEAKING VACUUM HOSE AT SPEED CONTROL SERVO LOCATED UNDER BATTERY AND THIS SEEMED TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. *TT
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-03-04
- VIN: 3B7KC2BC0TM
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE SEAT HINGES ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BROKE CAUSING THE SEATBACK TO COLLAPSE ON DRIVER'S SIDE, DRIVER TEMPORARILY LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS VERY UNSAFE.*AK THE SEAT HINGE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BROKE, DEALER REPLACED BROKEN HINGE AT OWNERS EXPENSE. *TT
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-11-09
- VIN: 1B7KF26C8TS
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: COMPLETE TREAD SEPARATION. OCCURRED PREVIOUSLY WITH GOODYEAR WRANGER A/T.*AK (DOT NUMBER: PJ11CBLV20 TIRESIZE: 245/75R16)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL ON THROTTLE CABLE AND LINKAGES. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN DEALERS SHOP FOR RECALL FIXING, THE FUEL PUMP BROKE, THE DEALER SAID THE CONSUMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FUEL PUMP BREAKING THAT IT WAS BROUGHT INTO THE DEALERSHIP THAT WAY. *YH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL ON THROTTLE CABLE AND LINKAGES. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN DEALERS SHOP FOR RECALL FIXING, THE FUEL PUMP BROKE, THE DEALER SAID THE CONSUMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FUEL PUMP BREAKING THAT IT WAS BROUGHT INTO THE DEALERSHIP THAT WAY. *YH
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THE POWER STEERING FLUID WAS LEAKING. *YH
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THE POWER STEERING FLUID WAS LEAKING. *YH
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-06
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TRAVELING AT 75 MPH, HIT A BUMP. THIS CAUSED A VIOLENT SHIMMY IN THE FRONT END. THE ONLY WAY TO KEEP CONTROL WAS TO BRAKE ABURTLY. A BULLETIN WAS SENT TO DEALERSHIPS BUT NO ONE CONTACTED THE BUYERS.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 3B7KF23W8TM
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: LOCK OPENS EVEN AFTER LOCKING THE DOOR. THESE ARE NOT POWER LOCKS, AFTER LOCKING THE DOOR FROM INSIDE, IF YOU PULL THE HANDLE, THE DOOR UNLOCKS BY ITSELF BY PULLING THE HANDLE AND OPENS THE DOOR. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AS MY JEANS GOT STUCK IN THE HANDLE OPENED THE DOOR ACCIDENTALLY (PASSENGER) BUT WE WERE GOING SLOW, SO NO INJURIES.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 3B7KF23W8TM
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: LOCK OPENS EVEN AFTER LOCKING THE DOOR. THESE ARE NOT POWER LOCKS, AFTER LOCKING THE DOOR FROM INSIDE, IF YOU PULL THE HANDLE, THE DOOR UNLOCKS BY ITSELF BY PULLING THE HANDLE AND OPENS THE DOOR. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AS MY JEANS GOT STUCK IN THE HANDLE OPENED THE DOOR ACCIDENTALLY (PASSENGER) BUT WE WERE GOING SLOW, SO NO INJURIES.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-12-27
- VIN: 1B7HF13Y5TJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE FAILURE AND NEAR FATALITIES INVOLVED THE INSTALLATION OF NAPA BRAKE PADS BY A LOCAL DODGE DEALER. I WAS SUPPOSED TO HAVE HAD DODGE BRAKE PADS INSTALLED BUT NAPA PADS WERE SUBSTITUTED WITHOUT MY KNOWLEDGE. THE FAILURE INVOLVED THE INSIDE BRAKE PAD. SOMEHOW, THE INSIDE BRAKE PAD SEPARATED FROM THE METAL PAD PLATE. THEN AT THE MOST INOPPORTUNE TIME, WHEN I NEEDED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE BRAKE PAD SLIPPED OUT OF THE CALIPER HOUSING. I WAS ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, TRAVELING ABOUT 60 MPH IN A 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP IN FAIRLY HEAVY TRAFFIC WHEN BRAKE LIGHTS STARTED TO GO OFF. WHEN I SUDDENLY HIT MY BRAKES, THEY WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. I WAS HORRIFIED. I HAD NO BRAKING POWER. ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. I WAS FORCED TO BEGIN DEFENSIVE MANEUVERS TO AVOID CRASHING INTO OTHER VEHICLES, NEARLY ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES AND FINALLY MADE IT TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. THROUGHOUT ALL OF THIS, I WAS DESPERATELY PUMPING MY BRAKES. AFTER WHAT SEEMED LIKE AN ETERNITY, BUT MOST LIKELY 4 OR 5 PUMPS OF THE BRAKES BEFORE BRAKING POWER FINALLY REAPPEARED AND I WAS ABLE TO STOP. I GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK TO LOOK FOR BRAKE FLUID BUT COULD SEE NOTHING, SO DECIDED TO HEAD HOME. ID HAD HAD ENOUGH, AS I HAD NEARLY KILLED MY DAUGHTER, OTHERS AND MYSELF. BECAUSE OF THE HOLIDAYS, THE DEALER WHO HAD EARLIER INSTALLED THESE BRAKES AND SEVERAL OTHER SHOPS THAT I HAD CALLED WERE UNABLE TO DO THE JOB RIGHT AWAY. I RELUCTANTLY DECIDED TO DO IT MYSELF. THE BRAKE PADS, WHEN REMOVED, HAD ABOUT 20,000 MILES ON THEM BUT FROM A WEAR STANDPOINT SEEMED TO SHOW VERY LITTLE WEAR. UPON DISASSEMBLY, I DISCOVERED THAT THE INSIDE BRAKE PAD ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE TRUCK HAD SEPARATED FROM THE METAL PAD PLATE AND HAD SOMEHOW WORKED ITS WAY OUT OF THE CALIPER HOUSING. IM NOT AN EXPERT, BUT I THINK IT MAY HAVE BEEN THE GAP CREATED BY THE MISSING BRAKE PAD THAT CAUSED THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILURE THAT I EXPERIENCED. AGAIN, IM NOT SURE BUT I THINK THAT THIS GAP MUST BE HYDRAULICALLY ELIMINATED FI
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-12-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3B7MF33C9TM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SMOKE CAME FROM UP UNDER THE DASHBOARD NEAR THE LIGHT SWITCH. REMOVED DASH PANEL TO INSPECT THE SWITCH AND FOUND THAT THE SWITCH TO THE BOTTOM LEFT FIRE WALL WAS BURNED. CONTACTED DODGE DEALER. *MR *NLM *DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS*739168
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-11-19
- VIN: 1B7KF26C9TJ
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER HAS A 1996 DODGE HEAVY DUTY PICKUP. CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 70MPH, AND REAR PASSENGER'S TIRE SEPARATED. TRUCK STARTED TO SHIMMY BEFORE TIRE BLEWOUT. THERE WAS NO LOSS OF CONTROL. CONSUMER JUST PULLED OVER TO CHANGE TIRE. TIRE SIZE LT245/75R16 AND ORIGINAL TIRES WITH 38,000 MILES. GOODYEAR CUSTOMER SERVICE REFERRED CONSUMER TO BELL TIRE WHICH DID NOT MAKE THE TIRE ANYMORE. SERVICE MEN OFFERED TO REPLACE GOODYEAR TIRES WITH WRANGLER /AT BLACKWALL WITH THE IMPRESSION THAT GOODYEAR WOULD PAY FOR THEM.THEN VEHICLE WAS PICKED UP CONSUMER WHO RECEIVED A BILL OF $320. CONSUMER HAD NO ARGUMENT BECAUSE OF A GOOD DEAL FOR THE SET. CONSUMERS ARE CONCERNED THAT TIRES HAD CAUSED 9-15 DEATHS BASED ON MEDIA INFORMATION. *AK THE TIRE DID NOT BLOW. THE PLY SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE AND STARTED BOUNCING SO THE CUSTOMER COULD NOT CONTROL THE VEHICLE. *YH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-07-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1B7KC26C3TJ
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS EXPERIENCED AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. WHEN TURNING OFF VEHICLE AND REMOVING KEY FROM IGNITION, CAR WAS STILL RUNNING. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY REPLACED THE FUEL SHUT OFF RELAY & WIRE. ONE WEEK LATER, FIRE OCCURRED AGAIN. CONSUMER FELT THIS HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH IGNITION.*AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-07-05
- VIN: 3B7MC33CXTM
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: I BELIEVE THAT THIS IS A SAFETY AS WELL AS AN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE. THE FAILED COMPONENTS ARE FIRMLY ATTACHED TO THE CHASIS OF THE VEHICLE. AS THERE IS NO ASSOCIATED ACCIDENT THE PART FAILURE IS PREMATURE AND A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. PLEASE ADVISE IF YOU WISH ME TO RETAIN THE PARTS FOR INVESTIGATION. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 3B7HC13Z5TG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT / RIGHT HAND TURN. THERE WAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER HAS MODIFIED THE STEERING WHEEL. THERE IS STILL PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. * AK *YC
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-01
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THERE IS VIBRATION WITHIN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AND SHAKING WITHIN THE STEERING WHEEL. ALSO, TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING AND THE VEHICLE ISN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-04-05
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-01
- VIN: 1B7FL26X6VS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: FRONT BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS FAILED. *YC
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-01
- VIN: 1B7FL26X6VS
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CATALYTIC CONVERTER SYSTEM FAILED. *YC
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-01
- VIN: 1B7FL26X6VS
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TORQUE CONVERTER / GEAR BAND FAILED. *YC
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-28
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1B7HF16Y3WS
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: SOMETHING POPPED IN THE STEERING MECHANISM AND CAUSED DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND HIT A GUARD RAIL.
SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-11-01
- VIN: 1B7HC16Z6TJ
- Components: SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: REAR LEAF SPRINGS SAGGING/ENGINE CYLINDER HEADS MALFUNCTIONED/THERMOSTAT GASKET LEAK AND REPLACED 3 OF 8 FUEL INJECTORS.
1996 Dodge Pickup recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1996 Dodge Pickup.
- 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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