1995 Dodge RAM 1500 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 8%of 213 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 66,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the steering of the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500, 8% of the 213 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 66,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Steering wheel moves in and out a lot. It is a 1995 Dodge ram pu. There was recall work done to the steering in 1997. Took to Dodge dealer said they will not repair. Unless I pay for the work. Called chrysler they said the same thing.”
NHTSA complaint #10040916, filed 2003-09, 66,000 miles“The contact owns a 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 pickup. While driving 35 MPH, the power steering assist failed and the steering wheel became extremely firm. The bracket that held the track bar completely fractured from the vehicle causing limited ability to maneuver the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not repaired. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileage was 48,600. Updated 01/20/11 also, the rear differential and coil spring were replaced. Updated 04/13/11”
NHTSA complaint #10351446, filed 2010-08, 48,600 miles“Consumer received recall notice in 1997 for steering column, and dealer put a plastic bushing to keep steering from working loose. 3 years later , steering was coming loose again & making a popping noise. Problem wasn't comletely fixed. Currently, dealer wants consumer to pay $500.00. Manufacturer claims there are no other complaints.”
NHTSA complaint #875898, filed 2000-12“When the key turns off engine most of the time you can`t get the key out because the gear shifter does not go all the way into it`s slot ,and even after it does finally go into the slot (after working with it) the steering wheel does`nt lock !”
NHTSA complaint #761660, filed 2002-05Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 47 | 7% |
| 2011 | 45 | 7% |
| 2010 | 41 | 8% |
| 2009 | 28 | 4% |
| 2008 | 103 | 19% |
| 2007 | 60 | 12% |
| 2006 | 84 | 11% |
| 2005 | 59 | 5% |
| 2004 | 86 | 8% |
| 2003 | 44 | 4% |
| 2002 | 44 | 5% |
| 2001 | 53 | 5% |
| 2000 | 17 | 3% |
| 1999 | 32 | 5% |
| 1998 | 28 | 5% |
| 1997 | 23 | 6% |
| 1996 | 23 | 8% |
| 1995 | 16 | 8% |
| 1994 | 17 | 15% |
| 1991 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500
36 complaintsElectrical system
31 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
30 complaintsBrakes
27 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsEngine cooling
13 complaintsExterior lighting
13 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsTires
12 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
10 complaintsSuspension
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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