Hood Latch Problems of Dodge RAM - part 2

Dodge RAM owners have reported 40 problems related to hood latch (under the latches/locks/linkage category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

36 Hood Latch problem of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Was driving at 45 mph when hood unlatched unexpectedly even with safety mechanism, causing the hood to crack windshield and brackets.

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37 Hood Latch problem of the 1996 Dodge RAM

While driving at 55 mph hood latch gave way, causing hood to fly up on the windshield. Dealer has been contacted.

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38 Hood Latch problem of the 2001 Dodge RAM

While traveling at 35-40 mph vehicle hood flew backward. Dealer and manufacturer have been contacted. Please provide further information.

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39 Hood Latch problem of the 1999 Dodge RAM

While driving hood unlatched, causing damage to vehicle. Dealer has been notified. Also, has confirmed vehicle was being recalled. However, did not have the hood latch to replace the defective component. Consumer stated vehicle has been in at dealership for almost 2 weeks.

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40 Hood Latch problem of the 1996 Dodge RAM

While driving 40 mph hood unexpectedly unlatched, causing hood to release up right, resulting in damages to windshield and hood. Please give any further details.


Other Common Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Dodge RAM

Problem Category Number of Problems
Hood Latch problems
40
Door Latch problems
7
Latches/locks/linkage problems
3


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