Door Latch problems of the 1996 Dodge RAM

Two problems related to door latch have been reported for the 1996 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2000

Vehicle locks consumer out intermittently. Dealership is aware of problem. When the doors are locked all the consumer has to do is pull the inside door handle and the door opens, this also occurs when the truck is in motion, possible design flaw. Nlm.

2 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 11/12/1996

While driving vehicle the door opened without any warning. That is a safety defect.


Other Latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1996 Dodge RAM

Hood Latch problems
13
Door Latch problems
2


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