2012 Dodge RAM 1500 Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 0%of 698 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 31,036miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the equipment of the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500, 0% of the 698 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 31,036 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When you copy mp3's to the hard drive and then play them the radio will lock up and not function till you shut the car off for 90seconds I have had the radio replaced and it still does the same thing I have a 2013 durango that does the exact same thing. This is a software bug in the radio.”
NHTSA complaint #10588818, filed 2014-05, 1,000 miles“Dodge ram laramie1500 4x4 crew cab built in june 2012 has factory 20x9 aluminum chrome clad wheels with goodyear wrangler hp p275/60r20 tires. Problem with this is the spare tire & the factory jack. Had a rear passenger side tire blow out and had to jack the truck to fix the flat. First, the spare tire size is p235/85r17, my wheels are 20 rims and 1-1/4 higher over all. This truck has the electronic stability control (ESC) which states to have the proper size rims & tires as this system may not function properly if they are different sizes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10562142, filed 2014-01, 31,036 miles“The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the radio was hacked. The safety features became inoperable and the vehicle attempted to crash. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V461000 (Equipment). The manufacturer was notified, but no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11453876, filed 2022-02, 125,000 milesRelated recalls
- 17V824000Dec 21, 2017Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire…Covers: Dodge RAM 1500 2012, Ram 2500 2013–2018, 3500 2013–2018 +20 more
- 12V192000May 2, 2012Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 ram 1500 trucks, manufactured from january 5, 2012 through january 6, 2012. The affected vehicles have a spare…Covers: Dodge RAM 1500 2012
Related service bulletins
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- 10236933Apr 15, 2023wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
- 10227983Apr 2, 2022If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
- 10188620Feb 24, 2021PLATE - CLUTCH PRESSURE For 68RFE trans use selective fit pressure plates between the overdrive and reverse clutch packs and hence use all three 52119929A$, 52119930A$…
- 10188765Feb 20, 2021Rattle Tapping Fluttering Noise From A Pillar Or Dash Driving At Highway Speeds
- 10178609Jul 1, 2020CONDENSER, Air Conditioning CONDITION 1: If it is determined that the A/C compressor does not engage due to a refrigerant leak at the receiver/drier plug on the A/C condenser…
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and…
- 10175619Apr 15, 2020APPLIQUE, Storage Bin (Rambox) For concern of Rambox applique fading, do not replace the applique. This is due to wax or other chemical substance being used on a grain in molded…
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 3 | 0% |
| 2011 | 1 | 0% |
| 2010 | 1 | 0% |
| 2009 | 11 | 2% |
| 2007 | 6 | 1% |
| 2006 | 13 | 2% |
| 2005 | 2 | 0% |
| 2004 | 12 | 1% |
| 2003 | 11 | 1% |
| 2002 | 11 | 1% |
| 2001 | 18 | 2% |
| 2000 | 14 | 3% |
| 1999 | 13 | 2% |
| 1998 | 13 | 3% |
| 1997 | 12 | 3% |
| 1996 | 7 | 2% |
| 1995 | 4 | 2% |
| 1994 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500
175 complaintsEngine
163 complaintsFuel system
126 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
92 complaintsAir bags
80 complaintsOther or unknown
67 complaintsBrakes
51 complaintsSteering
47 complaintsExterior lighting
46 complaintsVehicle speed control
28 complaintsBody and structure
24 complaintsSuspension
20 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology