2007 Dodge Ram 2500: recalls and complaints

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• 16V35200024 May 2016Air Bags / Frontal / Passenger Side / Inflator ModuleAdvisory
• 15V31300026 May 2015Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Inflator ModuleAdvisory
• 14V79500016 Dec 2014Electrical System / Ignition / Switch
• 13V5280006 Nov 2013Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
• 11V3500006 Jul 2011Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
• 08V6410005 Dec 2008Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
• 07V24700013 Jun 2007Fuel System, Gasoline / Storage
• 07V09300012 Mar 2007Equipment / Other / Labels

1. 16V352000Received 24 May 2016. 4,648,270 units.

   Air Bags / Frontal / Passenger Side / Inflator ModuleDo-not-drive advisory

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number S43. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Mar 2017.

2. 15V313000Received 26 May 2015. 4,077,169 units.

   Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Inflator ModuleDo-not-drive advisory

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number R25. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Jun 2015.

3. 14V795000Received 16 Dec 2014. 54,164 units.

   Electrical System / Ignition / Switch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Dakota, and 2006 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006 with manual transmissions. The return springs in the clutch ignition interlock switch may break.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Broken springs can result in a no-start condition, or cause unintended movement when the ignition is cranked, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P80.

   Report filed by Chrysler Group LLC. Manufacturer campaign number P80. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Mar 2015.

4. 13V528000Received 6 Nov 2013. 706,664 units.

   Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4, model year 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis and model year 2006-2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4 trucks manufactured February 12, 2002, through February 13, 2008. The left tie rod assembly may break.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler notified owners and launched its recall campaign in January 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N62.

   Report filed by Chrysler Group LLC. Manufacturer campaign number N62. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Jan 2014.

5. 11V350000Received 6 Jul 2011. 242,780 units.

   Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 2500/3500 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 3500 cab chassis 4x2, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; and model year 2008 dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through august 15, 2008, because the left tie rod ball stud may fracture. This condition tends to occur during low speed parking lot type maneuvers when the customer is making a tight turn. Additionally, model year 2003-2008 dodge ram 2500/3500 vehicles may have received the affected tie rod assembly as a replacement part during normal service.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This condition could result in the potential loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect the tie rod ends for relative orientation and replace the left outer tie rod as required and perform a front end toe alignment as needed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

   Report filed by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC. Manufacturer campaign number L16. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Oct 2011.

6. 08V641000Received 5 Dec 2008. 108,429 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler is recalling 108,429 my 2007-2008 dodge ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with 6.7l diesel engines. A silencer pad can sag and contact the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This could result in an engine compartment fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will add a bracket to support the engine compartment silencer pad adjacent to the egr cooler. The recall is expected to begin during december 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

   Report filed by CHRYSLER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number H34. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Jan 2009.

7. 07V247000Received 13 Jun 2007. 5,062 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline / Storage

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain pickup trucks equipped with 34 gallon fuel tanks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel tank may become damaged during certain crash conditions, which could allow fuel leakage to occur if the vehicle rolls over.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will install a fuel tank shield onto the front frame cross member. The recall began on june 12, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

   Report filed by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number G16. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Jun 2007.

8. 07V093000Received 12 Mar 2007. 3,282 units.

   Equipment / Other / Labels

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain 4x4 trucks with diesel engines fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, certain 4x4 trucks with diesel engines fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the certification label, tire and loading information label and supplemental tire pressure information label contain incorrect tire inflation pressure information.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Improper tire inflation pressure can cause tire failure and result in a crash without warning.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will install the correct certification label overlay free of charge. The recall began on march 12, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchryler at 1-800-853-1403.

   Report filed by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number G10. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Mar 2007.

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

• 2007 Dodge Ram 2500
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The table shows the 10 components with the most mentions, of 23.

Complaints that report a crash

20

Complaints that report a fire

9

Injuries in the complaints

8

Deaths in the complaints

2

Date of the newest complaint

15 Apr 2026

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

1. 19910
2. 19920
3. 19930
4. 19940
5. 19950
6. 19960
7. 19970
8. 19980
9. 19990
10. 20001
11. 20011
12. 20020
13. 20036
14. 20046
15. 20056
16. 20066
17. 20078
18. 20087
19. 20095
20. 20104
21. 20114
22. 20124

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500?

9,845,820 units in 8 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Dodge Ram 2500 have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 22 recall campaigns for the Dodge Ram 2500, model years 1991 to 2012. 8 of them name the 2007 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 name most often?

Steering: 202 of 506 component mentions, or 399.2 per 1,000. For all 2007 vehicles the figure is 74.2 per 1,000.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 open?

2 investigations have no closing date in the NHTSA file, of 4 that name this model year.