CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 582 complaints with NHTSA, including 49 crashes, 7 fires, 14 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (143 reports).
2004 Dodge RAM 2500 recalls
Most common 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 582 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 143 |
| Power Train | 115 |
| Suspension | 114 |
| Air Bags | 90 |
| Electrical System | 49 |
| Structure | 37 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 27 |
| Exterior Lighting | 26 |
| Visibility | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 17 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact was unable to renew the registration with the unrepaired recall. The manufacturer was contacted by phone. The contact was informed that parts were unavailable. The contact had not experienced a failure.
In the past 6 months my steering and suspension components failed causing me to wreck and also somehow my engine bay deteriorated in turn having started a fire
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experience a failure.
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram. The contact was informed that the vehicle had four notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 13V528000 (STEERING), 16V352000 (AIR BAGS), 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) and 09E001000 (STEERING). However, the parts to do the recall repairs for both air bags are not available. Two local dealers were contacted and confirmed that the recall parts were on back order and it was unknown how long it would take for them to be delivered. The recall part for the passenger side was the part that is on national back order. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The co
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 13V528000 (Steering) and 16V352000 (Air Bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2004 Dodge RAM 2500 questions
Does the 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2004 Dodge RAM 2500: Air Bags; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge RAM 2500?
Based on 582 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (143), Power Train (115), Suspension (114).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.