Dodge Ram 2500 owners have reported 23 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hood latch (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Tailgate Latch problems |
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that a passenger was resting their arm on the window seal when the automatic lock engaged independently, pinching the passenger on the arm between the lock and the window. The failure caused severe bruising to the passenger. Read details...
The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving approximately 45 mph, the hood flew up and struck the windshield. The dealer was notified and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 01v040000. Updated 05/13/08. (latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch). Read details...
Vehicle was experiencing a problem with the door latch on the passenger's side. While backing out of the driveway driver's side door flew open inadvertantly although the doors were locked. Read details...
Repeated corrosion failure of truck tailgate support cables most recently in July 2004, previously in December of 2001. Parts replaced at my cost Read details...