CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Dodge RAM has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (8 reports).
2003 Dodge RAM recalls
Most common 2003 Dodge RAM problems
Problem areas named in the 53 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 8 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Visibility | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 |
What owners report
THE VENTILATION SYSTEM FAILED AS IS COMMON WITH THESE VEHICLES. DUE TO WEAL PARTS, THE, "DOORS" THAT CONTROL AIR FLOW THROUGH THE VENTILATION DUCTS BROKE. I HAVE SLOWLY REPLACE EACH OF THE FOUR DOORS AS THEY FAILED. AS THEY WENT OUT IT AFFECTED EVERY ASPECT OF VENTILATION, INCLUDING THE DEFROST. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH IT IS EVIDENT DODGE WAS FULLY AWARE OF THIS ISSUE BUT MADE NO IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SYSTEM, CONTINUING TO SELL THESE VEHICLES TO AN UNSUSPECTING PUBLIC FOR SEVERAL YEARS. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 DODGE RAM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO COME TO A FULL STOP. THE CONTACT RELEASED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL WARNING LIGHT WAS ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL THROTTLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE HOWEVER NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 168,000.
PASSENGER SIDE GRAB HANDLE FAILED WHILE ENTERING VEHICLE. PASSENGER LOST BALANCE AND FELL TO THE GROUND. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS FRACTURED, CAUSING SMALL FRAGMENTS TO FALL INTO THE VENTS. ONCE THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WAS ACTIVATED, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THOSE SMALL FRAGMENTS WOULD FLY OUT OF THE VENTS AND INTO HER EYES. THE DEALER DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE EITHER SINCE THERE WERE NO RECALLS ADDRESSING THE FAILURE. NO REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 180,000.
DASH BOARD ON 2003 DODGE RAM 2500 IS CRACKED IN MULTIPLE AREAS. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER VENT PANELS HAVE CRUMBLED AND FALLEN INTO THE AIR HANDLER SYSTEM CAUSING DEFROSTER TO STOP FUNCTIONING. *TR
2003 Dodge RAM questions
Does the 2003 Dodge RAM have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2003 Dodge RAM: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Dodge RAM?
Based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (8), Engine And Engine Cooling (8), Power Train (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.