1996 Dodge RAM Wagon Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1996 Dodge RAM Wagon recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1996 Dodge RAM Wagon.

Most common 1996 Dodge RAM Wagon problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	3
Parking Brake	1
Engine And Engine Cooling	1
Suspension	1
Wheels	1
Service Brakes	1

What owners report

2024-03-02, Suspension
Upper control arm... Rusted through see attached pictures

2007-02-12, Engine And Engine Cooling
TL*- THE CONTACT'S 1996 DODGE VAN HAD BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE RECALL INVOLVING A CATALYTIC CONVERTERS USED IN DODGE VAN OF THAT YEAR AND IT FAILED TO PASS SMOG TEST DUE TO THE FAILURE OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE DEALER DECLINED TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIRS, AND A FOLLOW UP CALL TO THE MANUFACTURER WAS PLACED, AND THEY WERE ALSO NOT HELPING. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THEY EXCLUDED THE VAN FROM THE RECALL BECAUSE THEY HAD A VERY LIMITED NUMBER OF ELECTRICAL HIGH POWERED VANS. EVEN THOUGH THE PARTS WERE DEFECTIVE DODGE DECLINED TO FIX IT.*AK UPDATED 04/12/07/. *JB

1999-03-01, Power Train
VEHICLES TRANSMISSION COOLER QUICK CONNECT RECALLED, BUT REPAIRS NOT MADE DUE TO DEALER PROBLEM.

1998-11-18, Parking Brake
BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE FAILED.

1998-04-29, Power Train
FAN CLUTCH FAILED.

1996 Dodge RAM Wagon questions

Does the 1996 Dodge RAM Wagon have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1996 Dodge RAM Wagon at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Dodge RAM Wagon?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (3), Parking Brake (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Dodge RAM Wagon 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.