Dodge Ram Van Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Dodge Ram Van — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Good | — | 15 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2002 | Good | 1 | 11 | — | 1 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2001 | Caution | 1 | 17 | 1 | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2000 | Caution | — | 19 | 1 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 1999 | Caution | — | 27 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 1998Worst | Avoid | — | 28 | 1 | 11 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 1997 | Avoid | — | 22 | 1 | 6 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 1996 | Caution | — | 28 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1995 | Caution | — | 18 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1994 | Avoid | 2 | 37 | — | — | — | Fuel System / Gasoline | Full report → |
| 1993 | Good | 1 | 14 | 2 | — | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 1992Best | Excellent | — | 3 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
12 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Dodge Ram Van Problems
Based on 239 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Dodge Ram Van Reliability
What year Ram Van has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1998 Dodge Ram Van had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 28 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 1998 report for specific defects.
Is the Dodge Ram Van reliable?
The Dodge Ram Van has accumulated 239 owner-filed complaints and 5 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 1992 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Ram Van.
What are the most common Ram Van problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (36 reports), Power Train (27 reports), Service Brakes / Hydraulic (24 reports), Structure (24 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Ram Van has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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