2010 Dodge RAM 2500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2010 Dodge RAM 2500 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 236 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 4 fires, 6 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (154 reports).

4Recalls
236Owner complaints
5Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2010 Dodge RAM 2500 recalls

Transmission can shift out of Park without brake pedal

Recall 17V821Dec 20, 20171,482,874 vehicles affected

A brake interlock pin in the column-shift transmission can stick in the open position after the brake pedal is pressed for a long time while the vehicle is running and in Park.

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel; Fuel System, Diesel

Recall 14V635Oct 8, 2014315,325 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 13V529Nov 6, 2013271,733 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 11V350Jul 6, 2011242,780 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Dodge RAM 2500 problems

Problem areas named in the 236 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering154
Suspension32
Electrical System22
Engine20
Power Train14
Unknown Or Other13
Wheels9
Fuel/Propulsion System8
Structure7
Tires7

What owners report

2025-09-22, Structure
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while performing routine maintenance on the vehicle, the contact observed that the passenger’s and driver’s side support rails on the sub frame had several sections that were severely rusted. The contact stated that there were gaps of approximately 2-feet on both rails where the metal was rusted through. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact researched online and became aware that the failure was a known issue. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 189,000.
2025-06-03, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2010 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle was driven over uneven pavement, causing the ignition key to fall out of the ignition. The contact coasted to the side of the road and placed the key back in the ignition and continued driving; however, the failure reoccurred several more times. The contact found information of NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V200000 (Electrical System). The contact called the dealer about the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact called another dealer, R C Bliss Inc (901 Lyndale Ave N, Faribault, MN 55021) and it was confirmed that the VIN was not included. The vehicle was n
2021-12-15, Steering
This is the 3rd time this happened to me. The first time I was driving around 55 and the truck started to shake so bad I could not actually hold onto the steering wheel, and I made it to the side of the road. I thought was a flat tire and I pulled over to find nothing wrong. The second was bad as it shook so violently, I was unable to make it to the side of the road, so I hit the brakes in the middle of traffic to stop. This 3rd time I happen to be traveling 65 mph on the interstate in PA and hit a small bump and all of the sudden the truck felt like it was bouncing off of the road. I hit the brakes to slow down and drove to the side and into a field. I purchased tie rods and actually t
2021-10-18, Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel pump failed with no warning. Best One of Indy confirmed and replaced. It was parked and would not start.
2021-05-10, Engine And Engine Cooling
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM REGENERATION REQUIRED NOW WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN WAS NOT UNDER RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 43,000.

2010 Dodge RAM 2500 questions

Does the 2010 Dodge RAM 2500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Dodge RAM 2500: Transmission can shift out of Park without brake pedal; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel; Fuel System, Diesel; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Dodge RAM 2500?

Based on 236 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (154), Suspension (32), Electrical System (22).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.

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