Table 1 shows four common seats related problems of the 1997 Dodge RAM. The number one most common problem is related to the front seat recliner (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the mid/rear seats assembly (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Seats problems | |
| Front Seat Head Restraint problems |
Driver side seatback bolt which supports the seatback has broken, causing the seat to recline in the rest position. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer refused to replace parts. Contacted manufacturer, failed to respond. Read details...
Outside seat back bracket of driver seat failed in rear end collision resulting in driver being moved into back seat. Seat back bracket failed above the recliner ratchet adjsuter. Truck moving 5mph, rearended by vehicle approx at 30mph or faster (excessive speed, 283' skid marks, dry pavement, 96 Read details...
The metal plate inside the seat closest to the driver's door that allows the back of the seat to pivot forward protrudes through the seat fabric exposing a sharp point that has ripped 6 pairs of my pants on the left rear pocket (and cut into a leather wallet) when sitting down in the seat. Read details...