1991 Dodge RAM: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
37 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
Not available median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1991 model year. Data snapshot: . 0 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar is the most frequently named component, appearing in 6 of 37 complaints (16.2%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 7 | 18.9% |
| Steering behavior | 7 | 18.9% |
| Fuel system concerns | 3 | 8.1% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 2 | 5.4% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 2.7% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 2 |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 2 |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 1 |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 |
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar: 6; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump: 4; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: 3; Tires: 3; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components: 2; Tires:Tread/Belt: 2; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch: 1; Electrical System:Wiring: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
No usable failure mileage is recorded. 37 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 |
1995: 13; 1996: 13; 2000: 2; 2001: 6; 2002: 1; 2004: 1; 2006: 1
Pattern summary
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 7 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 7 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 3 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10103773 · 2004-12-14 (December 14, 2004)
WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOOSE WHILE TURNING. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL, AND DROVE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM COULD NOT DUPLICATED. *AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10103773 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10155696 · 2006-04-19 (April 19, 2006)
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE APPLYING AIR TO THE LEFT REAR TIRE THE CONTACT NOTICED A BUBBLE IN THE SIDEWALL, AT THAT TIME THE TIRE BLEW UP. THERE WERE INJURIES AND THE CONTACT WENT TO THE HOSPITAL. THE TIRE IS COOPER MASTER CRAFT AS IV. THE SIZE IS 23575R15. THE DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN INFORMED. THERE IS A RECALL REGARDING COOPER TIRES, RECALL # 06T002000; TIRES: SIDEWALL, BUT DID NOT INCLUDE THE TIRE SIZE: 23575R15.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10155696 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 480515 · 1995-01-12 (January 12, 1995)
RECALL REPAIRS FOR DIESEL FUEL PUMP FAILED 4 TIMES DUE TO USE OF REBUILT PUMPS. *SKD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 480515 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 481844 · 1995-02-23 (February 23, 1995)
CONTINUOUS BRAKE FAILURES/HARD PEDAL DURING COLD WEATHER, ALSO BRAKE LIGHT/ANIT-LOCK LIGHTS COME ON. *SKD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 481844 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 482063 · 1995-03-14 (March 14, 1995)
DIESEL FUEL PUMP FAILED 4 TIMES AFTER RECALL REPAIRS. (93E034001) *TW
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 482063 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 485119 · 1995-06-14 (June 14, 1995)
FRONT/REAR CALIPERS REBUILT. *SKD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 485119 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 487842 · 1995-11-24 (November 24, 1995)
GEAR SHIFT LEVER BROKE OFF. *DSH
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 487842 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 488956 · 1995-10-02 (October 2, 1995)
TRANSMISSION CAN BE SHIFTED INTO GEAR WITH KEY REMOVED. *DSH
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 488956 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
2 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
92V005000 · Equipment:Other:Labels
Reported: 1992-01-14 (January 14, 1992)
THE TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS CERITIFICATION LABEL MAY HAVE INCORRECT INFORMATION.
Consequence: THE CERTIFICATION LABEL FAILS TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OFFMVSS 120.
Remedy: AN OVERLAY OF THE CORRECT TIRE AND RIM SELECTION INFORMATION CERTIFICATE WILL BE PROVIDED.
NHTSA campaign record ↗95V089000 · Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Reported: 1995-05-12 (May 12, 1995)
THE STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE STAMPING CAN CRACK DUE TO FATIGUE AND SEPARATE FROM THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE SEPARATION OF THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL FOR ARMATURE CRACKS AND REPLACE ANY WHEELS EXHIBITING CRACKS. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL HAVE A REINFORCEMENT PLATE INSTALLED TO PREVENT STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION IF CRACKING OCCURS.
NHTSA campaign record ↗