1985 Dodge RAM Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1985 Dodge RAM recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1985 Dodge RAM.

Most common 1985 Dodge RAM problems

Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	4
Steering	2
Unknown Or Other	1
Structure	1
Seat Belts	1
Power Train	1
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Electrical System	1
Service Brakes, Air	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1

What owners report

2010-06-02, Steering
1985 DODGE RAM 3500 PICKUP, STEERING LINKAGE BROKE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STRIKE A CONCRETE WALL. *BF OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0190-91. *JB

2002-06-12, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
POOR BRAKE PERFORMANCE CAUSING VEHICLE TO PROLONG THE STOP. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

1999-02-17, Service Brakes, Air
BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE DUE TO BRAKE VACUUM PUMP AND HOSES HAVING OIL IN THEM. ACCORDING TO NHTSA'S RECORDS RECALL 97V06800 SHOULD COVER THIS VEHICLE, CHRYSLER CLAIMS IT DOES NOT APPLY.

1998-05-18, Steering
CONSUMER NOT SATISFIED WITH RECALL REPAIR WORK, STEERING SHAFT COULD COME LOOSE, THE REPAIR WAS TO ATTACH TWO PLASTIC STRAPS AROUND STEERING SHAFT.

1998-04-07, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE FAILURE

1985 Dodge RAM questions

Does the 1985 Dodge RAM have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1985 Dodge RAM at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Dodge RAM?

Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (4), Steering (2), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 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.