CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 213 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 14 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (43 reports).
1997 Dodge RAM 2500 recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500.
Most common 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 213 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 43 |
| Power Train | 36 |
| Tires | 27 |
| Suspension | 24 |
| Electrical System | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 15 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Steering | 10 |
What owners report
While driving truck down road air bag exploded for no apparent reason , no large bumps or impacts to vehicle..Cab filled with dust and smoke Luckily was able to stop although my hearing is greatly impaired now..
WHILE DRIVING A DODGE RAM 2500, WITHOUT ANY LOAD AND AT A SPEED OF 35 MPH ON A STRAIGHT SMOOTH ROAD THE REAR RIGHT TIRE BURST FOR NO APPARENT REASON. A LOCAL FIRESTONE DEALER BELIEVES THAT THE TIRE WAS PUNCTURED AND AT A LOW PRESSURE. I DO NOT BELIEVE THAT AS A VISUAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO THE TRIP WHICH RESULTED IN THE BLOWOUT DID NOT INDICATE A LOW PRESSURE.
FRAME RUSTING THROUGH AND CRACKED NEAR STARRING GEAR BOX AND STABILIZER BAR BUSHING MOUNTS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED, TO THE POINT THAT PIECES DETACH WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FRONT-END SUSPENSION WAS FRACTURED, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE FOR THE VEHICLE TO DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 03/09/16*LJ *CN
DEAN MUD TERRAIN RADIAL SXT LT265/75R16 MANUFACTURED JANUARY 2006. TIRE'S WITH 22,000 MILES. TREAD SEPARATED FROM CASING CAUSING A BUBBLE, TIRE REPLACED. SECOND TIRE HAD A BLOWOUT THREE WEEKS LATER AFTER TIRE INSPECTION.
1997 Dodge RAM 2500 questions
Does the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Dodge RAM 2500?
Based on 213 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (43), Power Train (36), Tires (27).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 has been fixed?
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