2009 DODGE RAM 1500 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
884
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
15
Service Bulletins
2
Investigations
Overview of the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500
The 2009 DODGE RAM 1500 has received a total of 884 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT. 15 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (217 complaints), Electrical System (95 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (52 complaints).
Recalls for the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500, potentially affecting up to 322,974 vehicles.
Recall 13V038000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
| 278,674 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from...
Consequence: If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
Remedy: On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles:...
View full details →Recall 12V474000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
| 44,300 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, Ram 1500 and Dodge Dakota trucks, manufactured from July 1, 2009, through November 30, 2009, because the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a lack of adhesive.
Consequence: If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500
884 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
Involved in an accident 2/09/26. Air bag did not deploy. Fractured sternum as a result.
- Week of October 6th 2025 I experienced 4-wheel drive issues and lights. - October 13th 2025 dropped off to dealer for review - October 14th 2025 dealer deemed not safe to drive and ordered parts under warranty repair. - following weeks went on with parts being backordered. - after having to push the dealer for updates for weeks on December 22nd 2025 I informed Stellantis Customer Service US. - Customer service looked into and gave me the same delayed responses for weeks now "I hope you're doing well. I'm following up regarding your case. There is no definite ETA for the part. Our parts team is working to get it expedited. I will receive another update in 5-6 business days and will follow up with you then. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me." - Still today Stellantis cannot give me a date when my truck will be repaired. Near 4months later...
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the MTC unit failed to function as intended. The contact stated that while the system was enabled, the system independently switched between the heating and cooling systems. In addition, the defrost system was deactivated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 158,000.
The left turn signal not working properly. When I put my left turn signal the amber light front of the truck not working instead the high bean works as turn signal also amber running light not working. Is so frustrating getting pulled over by a cop for that reason!!!
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 131,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered on the title that the mileage was 211,492.
Safety Rating for the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 15 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SB 11575 — EQUIPMENT
FIAT CHRYSLER: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS CONCERNING CERTAIN RECALLED VEHICLES THAT ARE NOT REPAIRED *CN
SB-18-019-15REVA — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
DODGE: SOME TRUCKS EXPERIENCING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON: EXCESSIVE TIME ENTERING CLOSED LOOP AIR/FUEL RATIO CONTROL, POSITION OF BRAKE/ACCELERATOR PEDAL, REDUCTANT PRESSURE TOO HIGH, REDUCTANT PUMP 1 CONTROL PERFORMANCE. MODEL 2015 RAM 1500. *PE UPDATED 10/15/15. *PE
SB-08-028-15REVA — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
CHRYSLER: SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE SCREEN LOCK UP ON RADIO DISPLAY OR THE SCREEN GOES BLANK, INTERMITTENTLY, TEXT MESSAGE IS GRAYED OUT SOFT KEYS, BACK UP DISPLAY TURNS OFF. MODEL 2015 CHARGER, DURANGO, GRAND CHEROKEE, CHEROKEE, RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 CAB, 4500 CAB, TRUCK. *PE
SB18-019-15REVA — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
RAM: THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PROCEDURE ON REPROGRAMMING POWER TRAIN MODULE WITH THE MOST UPDATED SOFTWARE *CN UPDATED 10/2/15 *CN
SB18-019-15REVA — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
RAM: THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PROCEDURE ON REPROGRAMMING POWER TRAIN MODULE WITH THE MOST UPDATED SOFTWARE *CN UPDATED 10/2/15 *CN
ER-N-24 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
CHRYSLER: THE CURRENT VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL WAS INACCURATELY IDENTIFIES THE ENGINE AS HAVING AN EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR). *JS
CSN-K23 — STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
DODGE SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. MOPAR CHROME FRONT BUMPER CORROSION. THE MOPAR REPLACEMENT CHROME FRONT BUMPER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CORROSION CONDITION ON THE CHROME SURFACE OF THE BUMPER. THE FRONT BUMPER MUST BE REPLACED ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES. CSC LETTER WAS RECEIVED....
CSN- K-10 — SEATS
DODGE TRUCK SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE FRONT DRIVER/PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION COVERS ON THE TRUCKS MAY TEAR DURING NORMAL USAGE. THE FRONT DRIVER/PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION COVERS MUST BE INSPECTED AND SOME SEAT CUSHIONS MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. CSC LETTER WAS REC'D. *PE
SB-J-06 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
DODGE SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LEVEL SENSOR ON SOME TRUCKS MAY LEAK ALLOWING WASHER FLUID TO WICK THROUGH THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR AND CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP...
SB-J-06 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
DODGE SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LEVEL SENSOR ON SOME TRUCKS MAY LEAK ALLOWING WASHER FLUID TO WICK THROUGH THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR AND CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500
NHTSA has opened 2 investigations into potential safety defects in the 2009 DODGE RAM 1500.
Other Model Years of the DODGE RAM 1500
- 2004 DODGE RAM 1500 — 1,357 complaints
- 2005 DODGE RAM 1500 — 1,625 complaints
- 2006 DODGE RAM 1500 — 1,080 complaints
- 2007 DODGE RAM 1500 — 701 complaints
- 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 — 718 complaints
- 2009 DODGE RAM 1500 (current)
- 2011 DODGE RAM 1500 — 985 complaints
- 2012 DODGE RAM 1500 — 968 complaints
- 2014 DODGE RAM 1500 — 1 complaint
Other DODGE Models
- DODGE DURANGO — 19,139 total complaints
- DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 18,729 total complaints
- DODGE CARAVAN — 14,266 total complaints
- DODGE DAKOTA — 9,227 total complaints
- DODGE CHARGER — 8,114 total complaints
- DODGE RAM 2500 — 8,092 total complaints
- DODGE INTREPID — 8,078 total complaints
- DODGE JOURNEY — 7,849 total complaints