1981 Dodge RAM Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 1981 Dodge RAM has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).

0Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your RAM?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1981 Dodge RAM recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1981 Dodge RAM.

Most common 1981 Dodge RAM problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Tires1

What owners report

2000-09-18, Tires
PARCHASED 4 EA. FIRESTONE FIREHAWK ATX 31X10.50 R15 LT 1090 M/S ,1-18-1996. 2 WENT BAD INCLUDING 1 FULL TREAD SEPARATION AT 60 MPH CAUSING MUFFLER AND FENDER DAMAGE. NO INJURIES.. FULL INFO SENT TO WEB MASTER.I( DOT NUMBER: VD60AW3183 TIRE SIZE: 31X10.50 R )
1997-04-24, Engine And Engine Cooling
FAULTY VACUUM PUMP CAUSED MUFFLER TO EXPLODE/GAS TANK TO CATCH ON FIRE.

1981 Dodge RAM questions

Does the 1981 Dodge RAM have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1981 Dodge RAM at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1981 Dodge RAM?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Tires (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1981 Dodge RAM 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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