1994 Dodge Ram: recalls and complaints

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• 01V03700012 Feb 2001Vehicle Speed Control
• 01V04000012 Feb 2001Latches/Locks/Linkages / Hood / Latch
• 00V13500010 May 2000Electrical System / Ignition / Switch
• 99V2140009 Aug 1999Suspension / Front / Shock Absorber
• 99V1150006 May 1999Power Train / Clutch Assembly
• 97V19900013 Nov 1997Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
• 97V0840005 May 1997Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Cooling Unit and Lines
• 96V23000018 Nov 1996Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
• 95V08800012 May 1995Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
• 95V05600021 Mar 1995Latches/Locks/Linkages / Hood / Latch
• 94V02500214 Feb 1995Visibility / Rearview Mirrors/Devices / Exterior
• 95V00500018 Jan 1995Seat Belts / Front / Buckle Assembly
• 94V20200018 Oct 1994Suspension / Front
• 94V12800011 Jul 1994Interior Lighting
• 94V11300020 Jun 1994Fuel System, Gasoline
• 94V09700020 May 1994Suspension / Front
• 93V21300014 Dec 1993Seats / Front Assembly / Recliner
• 93V17300022 Oct 1993Suspension / Front

1. 01V037000Received 12 Feb 2001. 157,000 units.

   Vehicle Speed Control

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines. The throttle cable could unravel (fray) or break resulting in loss of throttle control.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A throttle that does not return to idle could result in unexpected acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect and replace the throttle cable and upper bell crank lever. Owner notification began august 3, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

   Report filed by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number 970. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Aug 2001.

2. 01V040000Received 12 Feb 2001. 701,000 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Hood / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain pickup trucks originally sold in or currently registered in the following "salt belt" states: maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new jersey, pennsylvania, delaware, maryland, the district of columbia, west virginia, ohio, indiana, michigan, illinois, wisconsin, minnesota, iowa, and missouri. Corrosion of the return spring on the hood secondary latch could cause the mechanism to bind in the "release position."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the primary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch. Owner notification began september 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

   Report filed by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number 973. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Sep 2001.

3. 00V135000Received 10 May 2000. 690,000 units.

   Electrical System / Ignition / Switch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. The affected vehicles were built with an ignition switch and wiring that could overheat. High electrical current loads pass through the switch when the blower motor is operated on high for an extended periods of time.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This could cause the ignition switch and wiring to overheat.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will install a relay and overlay harness.

   Report filed by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number 875. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Jun 2000.

4. 99V214000Received 9 Aug 1999. 49,066 units.

   Suspension / Front / Shock Absorber

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. (2500 and 3500 series 4x4 regular cab pickup produced before march 21, 1995; 2500 and 3500 series 4x4 club cab pickup produced before june 8, 1995; and 3500 series 4x2/4x4 chassis cab trucks produced before june 21, 1995). The front suspension spring/shock towers can crack and eventually separate from the vehicle frame. The shock tower could damage the rear wheel brake lines resulting in loss of rear brake system pressure.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This would create the potential for increased stopping distances.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect the spring/shock tower and any vehicles exhibiting cracking will have the tower replaced. Vehicles that are do not show any cracking will have a weld-on reinforcement added.

   Report filed by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number 835. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Mar 2000.

5. 99V115000Received 6 May 1999. 8,883 units.

   Power Train / Clutch Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with manual transmission, v10 engines and four-wheel-drive transfer cases. Under sustained maximum rated vehicle load, while driving up a steep grade in four-wheel-drive low range in hot ambient conditions, the local exhaust temperature proximate to the hydraulic clutch line can generate line temperatures that exceed the temperature limit of the clutch line material. If this condition occurs and the clutch is depressed, the line could rupture.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The fluid could ignite on the hot exhaust possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch assembly.

   Report filed by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number 828. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Dec 1999.

6. 97V199000Received 13 Nov 1997. 497,000 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel tank mounted rollover valve can allow liquid fuel to leak onto the ground under certain vehicle operating conditions.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Fuel leakage could result in a fire if an ignition source was present.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the fuel tank rollover valve with a float type rollover valve.

   Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Apr 1998.

7. 97V084000Received 5 May 1997. 960,000 units.

   Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Cooling Unit and Lines

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Under certain high load operating conditions, the transmission fluid temperature can exceed the melting point of the material used in the connector to retain the fluid line to the transmission.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   When these temperatures occur, the fluid line will not stay connected with the transmission and fluid can spray onto the exhaust manifold, resulting in smoke or fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the high temperature side of the transmission fluid cooler line connector fittings with connectors that incorporate a stainless steel retainer.

   Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 May 1997.

8. 96V230000Received 18 Nov 1996. 475,000 units.

   Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   If the plastic pins and metal clip that retain the lower steering shaft in the upper shaft break, the lower steering shaft can separate from the upper shaft.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the lower steering shaft separates from the upper shaft, loss of vehicle control can occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will add a restraining sleeve to the intermediate steering shaft to limit the amount of axial steering column shaft moving in the event the plastic pins and metal clip are broken.

   Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Feb 1997.

9. 95V088000Received 12 May 1995. 293,043 units.

   Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   While making a turn, the extra keys on a vehicle operator's key ring can become temporarily lodged in the screw access holes in the back cover of the steering wheel.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This condition can hamper the steering wheel return orcause the ignition to be turned off, resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the steering wheel back cover with a redesigned cover.

   Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Jul 1995.

10. 95V056000Received 21 Mar 1995. 175,000 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages / Hood / Latch

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The secondary hood latch rod can bind on the guide bracket and prevent engagement of the secondary latch.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This condition can cause the hood to fly up obstructing the driver's vision increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch bracket.

    Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Aug 1995.

11. 94V025002Received 14 Feb 1995. 90 units.

    Visibility / Rearview Mirrors/Devices / Exterior

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The right outside rearview mirror contains convex glass rather than flat. Therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with FMVSS no. 111, "rearview mirrors."

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Consequence of non-compliance: the images presented in the mirror are closer than they appear which may cause the driver to misjudge the distance from the object to the rear of the vehicle, and could result in an accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the right outside rearview mirror with a mirror having a flat surface.

    Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Feb 1995.

12. 95V005000Received 18 Jan 1995. 185,000 units.

    Seat Belts / Front / Buckle Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The cinch bar component within the passenger side safety belt buckle assembly shatters causing the belt to release.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    The passenger would not be properly restrained and could be injured in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the cinch bar with a newly designed part.

    Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Mar 1995.

13. 94V202000Received 18 Oct 1994. 1,500 units.

    Suspension / Front

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The front suspension track bar bracket attachment has inadequate fatigue strength and can fail, causing front axle vibration.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This can result in loss of steering control and an accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    A front suspension track bar bracket reinforcement strut will be installed.

    Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Nov 1994.

14. 94V128000Received 11 Jul 1994. 6,088 units.

    Interior Lighting

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The transformer used to power the neon center lightbeam can overheat and catch on fire.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    The overheating and fires caused by the neon transformer can result in damage to the lightbeam assembly, the roof of the vehicle, and could result in a vehicle fire.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Mark III dealers will modify the assemblies to eliminate the neon lighting fixture in the vehicle and replace it with incandescent lights operating directly from the vehicle 12-volt battery.

    Report filed by MARK III INDUSTRIES, INC..

15. 94V113000Received 20 Jun 1994. 7,000 units.

    Fuel System, Gasoline

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    These vehicles do not meet the rear impact test requirements of FMVSS 301, "fuel system integrity."

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Consequence of non-compliance: the vehicle s have an increased risk of a fuel spill in the event of a rear end collision.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will strengthen the left frame rail by installing a frame rail reinforcement bracket.

    Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Sep 1994.

16. 94V097000Received 20 May 1994. 400 units.

    Suspension / Front

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The front suspension track bar has inadequate fatigue strength.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Failure of the track bar can result in front axle vibration and loss of steering control.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the front suspension track bar.

    Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Jul 1994.

17. 93V213000Received 14 Dec 1993. 17,000 units.

    Seats / Front Assembly / Recliner

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The seat back latch lever pivot rivets are susceptible to distortion. The distorted assemblies allow the seat back release latch lever to remain in the released position which is in non-compliance with FMVSS no. 207, "seating systems."

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    In the event of a sudden stop or accident the forces onthe seat back may subject seat occupants to an increased risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the suspect seat back latch assembly with a revised assembly.

    Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Jan 1994.

18. 93V173000Received 22 Oct 1993. 3,900 units.

    Suspension / Front

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Front suspension track bar attachment to the axle may not be adequately tightened.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Loss of the track bar attachment can cause axlevibration and directional control difficulty which could result in loss ofvehicle control and an accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Tighten front suspension track bar axle attachment to the specified torque.

    Report filed by CHRYSLER CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Nov 1993.

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.

• 1994 Dodge Ram
• All 1994 vehicles

The table shows the 10 components with the most mentions, of 23.

Complaints that report a crash

47

Complaints that report a fire

27

Injuries in the complaints

38

Deaths in the complaints

2

Date of the newest complaint

31 Oct 2024

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. 19760
2. 19770
3. 19790
4. 19810
5. 19830
6. 19840
7. 19850
8. 19860
9. 19870
10. 19880
11. 19890
12. 19900
13. 19912
14. 19921
15. 19930
16. 199418
17. 199512
18. 199610
19. 19977
20. 199813
21. 19999
22. 20006
23. 20019
24. 20022
25. 20032
26. 20041
27. 20050
28. 20060
29. 20071
30. 20082
31. 20095
32. 20105
33. 20114

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 1994 Dodge Ram?

4,226,970 units in 18 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

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

NHTSA lists 63 recall campaigns for the Dodge Ram, model years 1976 to 2011. 18 of them name the 1994 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 1994 Dodge Ram name most often?

Service Brakes, Hydraulic: 107 of 623 component mentions, or 171.7 per 1,000. For all 1994 vehicles the figure is 171.8 per 1,000.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 1994 Dodge Ram open?

2 investigations have no closing date in the NHTSA file, of 13 that name this model year.