Dodge Ram

Dodge Ram
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The Dodge Ram is a pickup truck that has been in production since 2010. It features an 8-cylinder petrol engine with a displacement of 4,999 cm³ delivering 214 kW of power, and accommodates six seats. The vehicle measures 5,579 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 2,579 kg. According to EU Safety Gate records, 22 recalls have been issued for this model.

Technical data
ManufacturerDodge
ProductionFrom 2010
Body typePickup
FuelPetrol
Kerb weight2,372 kg
Displacement5,274 cc
Cylinders8
DrivetrainRear-wheel drive
Fuel economy (comb.)18.8 l/100 km
Dimensions and layout
Seats6
Doors4

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Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 82% of Dodge Rams pass their MOT test first time, based on 1,171 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

33 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Dodge Ram. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • Pickup truck/light commercial vehicleEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-07-22

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    When deployed, the passenger airbag may release metal fragments which could injure vehicle occupants.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-10-21

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    A possible crack in the tie rod may lead to a loss of steering and therefore loss of control over the vehicle.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2017-05-26

  • PickupEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    Defective release of the right and left-hand side head airbags (SABIC) could increase the risk of injury to the rear passengers in the event of an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-01-29

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    This may result in sudden opening of the tailgate while the vehicle is in motion and pieces of luggage falling onto the road, increasing the risk of an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-07-05

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    This may result in loss of drive power and vehicle parts falling onto the road, increasing the risk of accidents.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-07-19

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    As a result, the side airbags may not deploy in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-11-22

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-07-18

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-03-17

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-12-25

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-12-25

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-05-26

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-06-18

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    There is a risk of a fuel leak, which could cause a fire.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-10-12

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-09-27

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    As a resiult their functioning can be impaired, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-09-27

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    This may lead to over and under-steering which, without prior warning, could lead to an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-06-07

  • CarEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    A damaged axle drive may cause the rear wheels to lock and cause an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-02-15

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    A defective power steering control board may cause failure of the power-assisted steering. This may alter the running characteristics of the vehicle and cause an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-08-26

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    Overheating increases the risk of the vehicle catching fire.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-07-12

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-02-18

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    This could result in brake failure, increasing the risk of an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-07-19

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    As a result, the functioning of the airbags and belt tensioners can be impaired, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-09-20

  • Pickup truck/light commercial vehicleEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-07-22

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    This may result in a fire.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-09-28

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The rear axle bevel wheel nut may loosen, causing the rear drive shaft to become separated from the rear axle. A loose rear axle bevel wheel nut may cause jamming of the rear axle and separation of the drive shaft from the rear axle may cause a loss of propulsive force. Both these problems may lead to an accident without warning.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-11-27

  • Pickup truck/light commercial vehicleEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-03-08

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    A loose drag link can lead to loss of steering control, increasing the risk of an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-11-08

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-07-07

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    This may result in sudden opening of the tailgate and pieces of luggage falling onto the road, increasing the risk of an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-02-08

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-06-26

  • Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-02-05

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-11-12

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Dodge recalls.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Dodge Ram weigh?
The Dodge Ram has a kerb weight of about 2,372 kg.
How many seats does the Dodge Ram have?
The Dodge Ram has 6 seats.