Dodge RAM
Registered from 1990 to 2023.
About this model
The Dodge Ram Van is a range of full-size vans that were produced by Chrysler Corporation from the 1971 to 2003 model years. The B series replaced the forward control Dodge A100, transitioning to a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout that shared components with the D series pickup truck and had a conventional exterior hood for engine access. The model range consisted of a cargo van, a passenger van marketed as the Dodge Ram Wagon after introduction of the Ram nameplate for model year 1980, and a cutaway van chassis which was dropped in 1979.
From the Wikipedia article Dodge Ram Van, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 2004 5.7 petrol. 13 of 85 tests failed, 15%.
Better than 95% of 2004 cars. The typical one fails 28%, across 750 models with enough tests behind them to say.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 46% | 6 |
| Suspension | 38% | 5 |
| Brakes | 23% | 3 |
| Exhaust and emissions | 23% | 3 |
| Body and structure | 15% | 2 |
| Steering | 8% | 1 |
The defects inspectors cite
- A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- Emissions levels exceed default limits
- A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- A door will not open using the relevant control or close properly
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Suspension — 38% of its failures
- A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- Brakes — 23% of its failures
- A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- Exhaust and emissions — 23% of its failures
- Emissions levels exceed default limits
- Steering — 8% of its failures
- Lights and electrics — 46% of its failures
- A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED
- Body and structure — 15% of its failures
- A door will not open using the relevant control or close properly
Recalls
Filed by the manufacturer with a regulator. A recall is repaired free of charge, whoever owns the car now.
A12/00285/22
Incorrect tightening torque for the wheel bolts may cause a wheel to detach, leading to a loss of control of the vehicle. This could increase the risk of an accident. 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.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01240/23
Pressure and heat that can build up inside the gearbox and cause transmission oil to leak. Oil can then come into contact with ignition sources in the engine compartment and cause a fire. 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.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/01511/23
The defective semiconductor relay of the air intake grid may cause a short circuit. This could cause the engine compartment to catch fire. 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.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/02731/24
Software failure of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) can deactivate the Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Failure of the ESC system can cause a loss of vehicle's control, increasing the risk of accidents and injuries. 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.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/0551/15
A fault in the differential can lead to the blockage of the rear wheels.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/0621/17
A fault in the gas generator of the front passenger airbag may cause uncontrolled inflation when the airbag is activated and result in small metal particles being released, which might injure the occupants.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/0936/16
Incorrect routing of the positive battery cable may lead to short-circuit and fire.
Recall of the product from end users
A12/1220/15
The left tie rod ball stud of the steering linkage may fracture under certain driving conditions. This could cause a loss of directional control and/or a crash without warning.
Recall of the product from end users
1 more campaigns have been filed against this model. A dealer can check by VIN which apply to one car.