1997 DODGE RAM 2500 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
275
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500
The 1997 DODGE RAM 2500 has received a total of 275 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip (15 complaints), Tirestreadbelt (14 complaints), and Vehicle Speed Control (12 complaints).
Recalls for the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500, potentially affecting up to 44,386 vehicles.
Recall 06E024000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
| 44,386 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT K&N FUEL PERFORMANCE KITS, P/NOS. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, AND 57-1530. ALSO, A SMALL PERCENTAGE OF THESE KITS WERE SOLD UNDER THE MOPAR PERFORMANCE PARTS BRAND NAME (P/NOS. P5007069 AND P5007070). ALL KITS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 20, 1999, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 23, 2004. THESE ASSEMBLIES WERE MANUFACTURED AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN DODGE PICKUP TRUCKS AND...
Consequence: A JAMMED OPEN THROTTLE COULD CAUSE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH OR INCREASED STOPING DISTANCES WHEN BRAKING.
Remedy: K&N WILL PROVIDE OWNERS WITH A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 20, 2006.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500
275 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
While driving truck down road air bag exploded for no apparent reason , no large bumps or impacts to vehicle..Cab filled with dust and smoke Luckily was able to stop although my hearing is greatly impaired now..
WHILE DRIVING A DODGE RAM 2500, WITHOUT ANY LOAD AND AT A SPEED OF 35 MPH ON A STRAIGHT SMOOTH ROAD THE REAR RIGHT TIRE BURST FOR NO APPARENT REASON. A LOCAL FIRESTONE DEALER BELIEVES THAT THE TIRE WAS PUNCTURED AND AT A LOW PRESSURE. I DO NOT BELIEVE THAT AS A VISUAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO THE TRIP WHICH RESULTED IN THE BLOWOUT DID NOT INDICATE A LOW PRESSURE.
FRAME RUSTING THROUGH AND CRACKED NEAR STARRING GEAR BOX AND STABILIZER BAR BUSHING MOUNTS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED, TO THE POINT THAT PIECES DETACH WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FRONT-END SUSPENSION WAS FRACTURED, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE FOR THE VEHICLE TO DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 03/09/16*LJ *CN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED, TO THE POINT THAT PIECES DETACH WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FRONT-END SUSPENSION WAS FRACTURED, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE FOR THE VEHICLE TO DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 03/09/16*LJ *CN
View all Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip complaints →
Safety Rating for the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
DOR-S3Q5A-11 — POWER TRAIN
This SKU is an Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Line. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for improperly crimped hose fittings. Improperly crimped hose fittings could cause a potential fluid leak at the crimp.
9002893 — EQUIPMENT
Part Description: Filter Assy - Trans Oil Sump Issue Description: When replacing the filter: Use 52118789 filter with 52118780AD pan. Use 3515996 filter with 52118804 pan. The 52118780AD pan is 0.59" deeper than the 52118804 pan and requires the 52118789 filter. Note: 52118780AD pan has the part number stamped into...
9002888 — POWER TRAIN
When replacing the transmission pan: Replace 52118804 pan with 52118780AD pan AND 52118789 filter. The 52118780AD pan is 0.59" deeper than the 52118804 pan and requires the 52118789 filter.
NHTSA Investigations for the 1997 DODGE RAM 2500
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DODGE RAM 2500
- 1992 DODGE RAM 2500 — 43 complaints
- 1993 DODGE RAM 2500 — 55 complaints
- 1994 DODGE RAM 2500 — 210 complaints
- 1995 DODGE RAM 2500 — 354 complaints
- 1996 DODGE RAM 2500 — 365 complaints
- 1997 DODGE RAM 2500 (current)
- 1998 DODGE RAM 2500 — 310 complaints
- 1999 DODGE RAM 2500 — 422 complaints
- 2000 DODGE RAM 2500 — 269 complaints
- 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 — 561 complaints
- 2002 DODGE RAM 2500 — 210 complaints
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