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  Safety Recalls of Dodge RAM Vehicles

There have been 63 safety recalls for the Dodge RAM. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Dodge RAM.

NHTSA Recall #: 10V657000; Dec. 24, 2010

Loss of steering control of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2008 Dodge RAM, 2009 Dodge RAM, 2010 Dodge RAM, 2011 Dodge RAM
Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Dodge ram 4500 and 5500 vehicles. These vehicles may experience a weakening and fracture of the left ball stud on the tie rod resulting in the potential loss of steering. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 10V616000; Dec. 7, 2010

Brake lights that are slow to extinguish could increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Dodge RAM, 2011 Dodge RAM
Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Dodge ram trucks manufactured from March 2009 through October 2010. Some vehicles equipped with diesel engine and a hydroboost brake system may be equipped with a power steering reservoir cap with excessive vent pressure levels that may result in ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 10V475000; Oct. 7, 2010

Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Chrysler 300, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010 Dodge Avenger, 2010 Dodge Challenger, 2010 Dodge Journey, 2011 Dodge RAM
Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler sebring, 300, charger (lx) and Dodge challenger (lc), avenger (js), and journey (jc), as well as model year 2011 Dodge ram light duty pickup (ds) vehicles.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 10V474000; Oct. 7, 2010

The misinformation on these labels could lead to, among other things, failure to follow proper vehicle loading specifications that could increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2011 Dodge RAM
Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 Dodge ram d2, dj, and ds-body vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification. " some vehicles have been built with certification and/or supplemental tire pressure information labels printed with incorrect weight or ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 10V315000; Jul. 7, 2010

This could lead to loss of brake fluid and reduced braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Dodge Nitro, 2010 Dodge RAM, 2010 Jeep Liberty, 2010 Jeep Wrangler
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 left hand drive Jeep liberty, Dodge nitro and ram 1500 truck; right and left hand drive Jeep wrangler vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed master cylinder to hydraulic control unit (hcu) brake tube assembly end flare. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 10V200000; May. 11, 2010

The result of the defect could lead to a condition where the key may be removed from the ignition switch (win module) prior to placing the shifter in park. This could result in the potential for unintended vehicle movement and could increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Chrysler 300, 2010 Dodge Challenger, 2010 Dodge Charger, 2010 Dodge RAM, 2010 Jeep Commander, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler 300, Dodge challenger, charger, Jeep commander, grand cherokee and Dodge ram vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 10V009000; Jan. 11, 2010

This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010 Dodge Avenger, 2010 Dodge Nitro, 2009 Dodge RAM, 2010 Dodge RAM, 2010 Jeep Commander, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2010 Jeep Liberty
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler sebring; Dodge avenger and nitro; Jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 Dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Dodge RAM Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Dec. 24, 2010   Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly 15,271
Dec. 7, 2010   Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:power Steering Fluid 62,166
Oct. 7, 2010   Equipment:other:labels 772
Oct. 7, 2010   Steering:electric Power Assist System 23,237
Jul. 7, 2010   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder 20,626
May. 11, 2010   Electrical System:ignition:module 37,335
Jan. 11, 2010   Service Brakes 20,045
May. 8, 2009   Equipment:air Conditioner 36,793
Mar. 13, 2009   Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor 65,896
Mar. 10, 2009   Power Train:clutch Assembly:pedal/linkage 504
Sep. 12, 2007   Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 1,498
Aug. 3, 2004   Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator 2,261
Apr. 12, 2004   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock:control Unit/module 44,588
Feb. 5, 2003   Vehicle Speed Control 19,500
Jun. 14, 2002   Vehicle Speed Control 97,500
Jun. 13, 2002   Power Train:axle Assembly 46,000
Feb. 7, 2002   Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator 268,740
Sep. 10, 2001   Tire 151
Aug. 2, 2001   Electrical System:wiring 98,000
Jun. 5, 2001   Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts 212
May. 8, 2001   Air Bag 216,100
Apr. 11, 2001   Seat Belts:front:retractor 161,682
Feb. 12, 2001   Vehicle Speed Control 157,000
Feb. 12, 2001   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 2,000
Feb. 12, 2001   Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch 701,000
Jan. 5, 2001   Suspension:rear 2,400
Nov. 9, 2000   Child Seat 1,211,756
Oct. 12, 2000   Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Arm 480
May. 10, 2000   Electrical System:ignition:switch 690,000
Apr. 11, 2000   Trailer Hitche 357,000
Jan. 11, 2000   Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm 76
Aug. 9, 1999   Suspension:front:shock Absorber 49,066
Jul. 16, 1999   Power Train:clutch Assembly 8,378
May. 6, 1999   Power Train:clutch Assembly 8,883
Mar. 11, 1999   Fuel System, Other:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 45
Feb. 24, 1999   Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly 45
Feb. 5, 1999   Air Bags:frontal 250,845
Jan. 7, 1999   Air Bag 46,193
Sep. 8, 1998   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel 30,747
Sep. 8, 1998   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel 25,014
Sep. 8, 1998   Structure 12,400
Aug. 6, 1998   Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 8,144
May. 14, 1998   Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly 4,200
Apr. 8, 1998   Service Brakes, Air:disc:rotor 1,550
Nov. 13, 1997   Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 497,000
Aug. 18, 1997   Unknown Or Other 6,400
May. 5, 1997   Power Train:automatic Transmission:cooling Unit And Lines 960,000
Apr. 28, 1997   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 58,000
Nov. 18, 1996   Steering:wheel And Handle Bar 475,000
Feb. 5, 1996   Equipment:other:labels 2,500
Dec. 12, 1995   Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator 12,000
May. 12, 1995   Steering:wheel And Handle Bar 293,043
May. 12, 1995   Steering:wheel And Handle Bar 78,000
Mar. 21, 1995   Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch 175,000
Feb. 14, 1995   Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices:exterior 90
Jan. 18, 1995   Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly 185,000
Oct. 18, 1994   Suspension:front 1,500
Jul. 11, 1994   Interior Lighting 6,088
Jun. 20, 1994   Gasoline Fuel System 7,000
May. 20, 1994   Suspension:front 400
Dec. 14, 1993   Seats:front Assembly:recliner 17,000
Oct. 22, 1993   Suspension:front 3,900
Jan. 14, 1992   Equipment:other:labels 2,800


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Dodge RAM Model Years

Model# Recalls
2011 Dodge RAM 4
2010 Dodge RAM 5
2009 Dodge RAM 5
2008 Dodge RAM 2
2007 Dodge RAM 1
2004 Dodge RAM 1
2003 Dodge RAM 2
2002 Dodge RAM 2
2001 Dodge RAM 9
2000 Dodge RAM 6
1999 Dodge RAM 9
1998 Dodge RAM 13
1997 Dodge RAM 7
1996 Dodge RAM 10
1995 Dodge RAM 12
1994 Dodge RAM 18
1992 Dodge RAM 1
1991 Dodge RAM 2