CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Dodge RAM 2500 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 283 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 12 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (109 reports).
2012 Dodge RAM 2500 recalls
Transmission can shift out of Park without brake pedal
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.
Driver airbag may deploy unexpectedly, raising injury risk
On certain 2012-2014 Ram pickup trucks built between January 2011 and October 2014 with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option, the steering wheel wiring harness can rub against the driver airbag module retainer spring.
Most common 2012 Dodge RAM 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 283 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 109 |
| Electrical System | 51 |
| Engine | 44 |
| Power Train | 37 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 24 |
| Suspension | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 |
| Air Bags | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
What owners report
The switch to start the vehicle has to be pushed down and turned at the same time. Vehicle starts but shuts the engine down when the key returns sometimes. On one occasion vehicle shut down while driving.
We purchased our 2012 Dodge Ram heavy duty with tow package new. At just over 152000 miles, the engine started knocking while on vacation. We were not towing at the time. We put in injector cleaner to try and help the knocking. During our vacation, we were on the freeway when we suddenly lost power, the service engine light popped on, and the engine died. We were literally driving one minute and the next were trying to get out of the traffic lane with no control. We restarted the engine, the knocking had stopped and power was restored. Two days later, another episode of power decrease but with no engine service light. We used premium gas, injector cleaner and listened for the knocking that c
My passenger headlights keeps going in and out. The wiring harness has been replaced twice and it still does it. My check engine light keeps coming on for the evap system even though its been replaced.
Our 2012 RAM 2500 truck with 135k miles, had it's fuel tank fail. The dealership in Oak Ridge, TN tested the vehicle and found that the gas tank tubes were broken causing us to not be able to fill the tank. The dealership recommended "NEED TO REPLACE GAS TANK". Mopar aka Stellantis does not make the fuel tank anymore, the "replacement" fuel tank does not work (completely wrong configuration), there is not an aftermarket tank. We have a Million Mile bumper to bumper warranty with MOPAR. "Customer Care" does not care.
Recall T79 or 17V-821 or break transmission shift pin stuck in open position. This is the 2nd time this has happened and serious damage has occurred to the vehicle. Dodge won't do anything about it. Vehicle was parked, turned off, no key. I came out of building and it shifted into gear on its own and rolled backwards into a pole.
2012 Dodge RAM 2500 questions
Does the 2012 Dodge RAM 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2012 Dodge RAM 2500: Transmission can shift out of Park without brake pedal; Driver airbag may deploy unexpectedly, raising injury risk; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel; Fuel System, Diesel; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Dodge RAM 2500?
Based on 283 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (109), Electrical System (51), Engine (44).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.