CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Dodge RAM 5500 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (5 reports).
2009 Dodge RAM 5500 recalls
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may be affected by moisture intrusion over time.
Most common 2009 Dodge RAM 5500 problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 5 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
7/21/15 TOOK TRUCK TO RAM DEALER FOR RECALL R-16 DEALER STATED IT ALSO HAS R-25 RECALL, TRUCK STILL HAS VIBRATION AT 55 MPH AND NOW IT WILL DRIFT LEFT AND RIGHT CALLED DEALER THE SERVICE MANAGER ADVISED ME TO HAVE MY TIRES CHECKED, 7/30/15 CALLED CHRYSLER HOTLINE WAS TOLD NO OPEN RECALLS I TOLD HER I HAD IT IN FOR REPAIR BUT IT STILL WASN'T RIGHT SHE SAID THEY NEED TO CORRECT PROBLEM ON THEIR DIME. 7/30/15 CALLED DEALER, SERVICE MANAGER HAD QUIT NEED TO CALL ON 8/3/15 TO TALK TO NEW SERVICE MANAGER. 8/3/15 TALKED TO NEW SERVICE MANAGER TOLD HIM WHAT CHRYSLER SAID, HE SCHEDULED TO INSPECT TRUCK FOR 8/11/15 DROPPED TRUCK OFF ON 8/10/15 PUT KEY AND NOTE IN DROP BOX STATING SINCE AIRBAG WAS REP
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 (NA) DODGE RAM 5500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY MADE A SHARP RIGHT TURN CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL AND CRASH INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. DURING THE CRASH, THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END, BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR REPAIRS. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 DODGE RAM 5500. WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TIE ROD DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIE ROD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V527000 (STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,000.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 DODGE RAM 5500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V527000 (STEERING) HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR REPAIR WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 DODGE RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIE ROD SUDDENLY FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE PREVIOUSLY EXPERIENCED THE SAME DEFECT AND WAS REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000. ..UPDATED 03-12-14 *BF
2009 Dodge RAM 5500 questions
Does the 2009 Dodge RAM 5500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Dodge RAM 5500: Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge RAM 5500?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (5), Engine (1), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Dodge RAM 5500 has been fixed?
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