2008 Dodge RAM 2500 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 1%of 317 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the body and structure of the 2008 Dodge RAM 2500, 1% of the 317 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,000 miles.
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.
“Received recall - left side ball stud to replace. Called local dealer jan 6. Instructed to call back in 7 - 10 days - called back jan 13 -- told to come in, so not need appointment. ( 45 miles to dealer one way) visited dealer on jan 14th - looked at truck and informed me that they had to order parts. -- called jan 24th - will call us in a couple of days, no call. Called feb 4th - told our parts were not in and did not know when the parts would be in. Informed that chrysler was only giving the dealer one set a week. …”
NHTSA complaint #10564915, filed 2014-02, 50,000 miles“I have an 08 Dodge 2500 4x4 diesel. When I go over 60mph and hit a bump it does that death wobble it does it every time I even hit an imperfection in the highway, I replaced the steering damper/stabilizer, and Dodge replaced all 4 ball joints at only 34,000 miles. But it still does it, even worse at times.I haven't wrecked or anything I just have to slow down to about 40 MPH to get it to stop. That is very dangerous when the speed limit is 75 MPH. I drive all around the country for work, and this occurs every single time I drive it. The truck is only about 8 months old. I bought it brand new.”
NHTSA complaint #10281956, filed 2009-08, 33,000 miles“Chrome finish coming off plastic grille, bubbling and peeling. Very cheaply made (most likely china.) have seen many more rams that look just like mine. Actually very common. More have this problem than not. Dodge says tough luck.”
NHTSA complaint #10712532, filed 2015-04, 75,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
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- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10139595Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 8 | 3% |
| 2011 | 5 | 2% |
| 2010 | 7 | 3% |
| 2009 | 4 | 2% |
| 2008 | 4 | 1% |
| 2007 | 11 | 3% |
| 2006 | 8 | 1% |
| 2005 | 10 | 2% |
| 2004 | 35 | 6% |
| 2003 | 146 | 22% |
| 2002 | 40 | 26% |
| 2001 | 181 | 39% |
| 2000 | 56 | 27% |
| 1999 | 53 | 17% |
| 1998 | 22 | 10% |
| 1997 | 11 | 5% |
| 1996 | 13 | 4% |
| 1995 | 9 | 3% |
| 1994 | 13 | 8% |
| 1993 | 4 | 10% |
| 1992 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2008 Dodge RAM 2500
175 complaintsSuspension
48 complaintsAir bags
30 complaintsEngine cooling
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
15 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Dodge RAM 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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