Three problems related to front seat recliner have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Front power drivers seat adjuster support tube snapped in half when driving causing the seat to tilt suddenly back a couple of inches starteling the driver and causing momentary loss of control . Dealer refuses to cover cost of repair because truck is out of warranty. G of inches.
While driving vehicle w/ passenger in extended cab seat, driver's seat moves toward steering wheel, driver loses steering control. Took vehicle to dealer & informed needs new front seat.
While driving at 55 mph driver's side seat back suddenly reclined backwards. This occurred because the seat back bolts sheared off.
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Seats problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems |