1996 DODGE RAM WAGON — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
8
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON
The 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON has received a total of 8 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor (1 complaint), Parking Brake (1 complaint), and Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainclutch Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Upper control arm... Rusted through see attached pictures
Upper control arm... Rusted through see attached pictures
TL*- THE CONTACT'S 1996 DODGE VAN HAD BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THE RECALL INVOLVING A CATALYTIC CONVERTERS USED IN DODGE VAN OF THAT YEAR AND IT FAILED TO PASS SMOG TEST DUE TO THE FAILURE OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE DEALER DECLINED TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIRS, AND A FOLLOW UP CALL TO THE MANUFACTURER WAS PLACED, AND THEY WERE ALSO NOT HELPING. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THEY EXCLUDED THE VAN FROM THE RECALL BECAUSE THEY HAD A VERY LIMITED NUMBER OF ELECTRICAL HIGH POWERED VANS. EVEN THOUGH THE PARTS WERE DEFECTIVE DODGE DECLINED TO FIX IT.*AK UPDATED 04/12/07/. *JB
VEHICLES TRANSMISSION COOLER QUICK CONNECT RECALLED, BUT REPAIRS NOT MADE DUE TO DEALER PROBLEM.
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Safety Rating for the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
977 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION TO CORRECT A STATEMENT IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNERS MANUAL. THIS STATEMENT INDICATES THAT CERTAIN VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERLOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. THIS IS INCORRECT.
211197 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
EXPERIENCING A BUZZ SOUND WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE. *YC
NHTSA Investigations for the 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DODGE RAM WAGON
- 1991 DODGE RAM WAGON — 3 complaints
- 1994 DODGE RAM WAGON — 0 complaints
- 1995 DODGE RAM WAGON — 1 complaint
- 1996 DODGE RAM WAGON (current)
- 1997 DODGE RAM WAGON — 0 complaints
- 1998 DODGE RAM WAGON — 13 complaints
- 1999 DODGE RAM WAGON — 4 complaints
- 2000 DODGE RAM WAGON — 7 complaints
- 2001 DODGE RAM WAGON — 4 complaints
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