2009 Dodge RAM 2500 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 155about this part
- Share
- 72%of 214 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 155 complaints about the steering of the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500, 72% of the 214 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Received recall notice n49/NHTSA 13v-529 regarding the left tie rod ball. Called my dealer (red bluff Dodge) in late december and was told that they did not have the parts. Called again on 1/14/14 and was told that they do not have the parts and that Dodge would only send them one replacement part per week. I am now on a six (6) month waiting list to get this problem fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #10560110, filed 2014-01, 64,000 miles“Was driving on interstate 64 doing 70 MPH hit small bump in road after a bridge truck started shaking really bad had to slow down an pull off on side of road to make it quit shaking just about got run over big rig was right behind me seems like this happens to alot of Dodge trucks would like to see recall before someone gets killed maybe I should just get rid of the truck not real happy consumer.”
NHTSA complaint #10486265, filed 2012-11, 32,423 miles“Uncontrollable steering or front end wobbling. Aka death wobble, according to my vehicle history there are recalls that are for steering and the description of all those recalls say what could happen which is a loss of steering control resulting in a crash. All the recalls that I know of have been replaced. But I still have incidents where I lose control of steering and in order for it to stop, I have to stop the vehicle. I have had many many close calls, and hoping that this doesn't result in a loss of a vehicle or even death. …”
NHTSA complaint #11204944, filed 2019-05, 77,215 miles“I just purchased a 2009 Dodge ram power wagon 2500. I've been driving it for about 10-14 days now. (this is my 7th ram!) I immediately noticed a different feel in the steering wheel. When driving straight in the 12 o'clock position, the steering wheel feels as though it not even connected to the wheels! There's no feeling of tension on the steering wheel, feeling as if the truck is driving on its own. …”
NHTSA complaint #10261700, filed 2009-03, 200 miles“Contacted chrystler online about recall buyback of truck, was told would be forwarded to another department, that the truck was on an n49 recall and an r25 airbag recall. Was told over 2 weeks ago ( aug 15th)somone would get in touch with me right away thru email. She told me she knew they would have the air bag fix buy november or december. Got in touch with 2 close dealers and they seemed to just wish me luck with the truck and buy back? I have not received any email or info on what is going on. Thanks”
NHTSA complaint #10760568, filed 2015-08, 69,300 milesRelated recalls
- 13V529000Nov 6, 2013Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model…Covers: Dodge RAM 2500 2008–2012, RAM 3500 2008–2012, RAM 1500 2008
- 11V350000Jul 6, 2011Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 2500/3500 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011…Covers: Dodge RAM 2500 2003–2011, RAM 3500 2003–2011, RAM 1500 2008
- 09V005000Jan 9, 2009Chrysler is recalling 32,782 my 2008-2009 dodge ram 2500, 3500 and 3500 cab chassis pickup trucks equipped with powers and sons steering linkage. The steering…Covers: Dodge RAM 2500 2008–2009, RAM 3500 2008–2009
Related service bulletins
- 10041904Aug 9, 2011Dodge: bulletin providing alignment procedures for tie rod ball stud housing for the right and left. Model yrs for cab chassis (reg and mega pickups and 4x4) 2003-2011.
- 10033731May 29, 2010Dodge: steering wander. While traveling on a straight stretch of highway, customer may feel the need to provide steering input to correct a vehicle wander condition.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 109 | 39% |
| 2011 | 210 | 70% |
| 2010 | 152 | 64% |
| 2009 | 155 | 72% |
| 2008 | 175 | 55% |
| 2007 | 200 | 55% |
| 2006 | 231 | 34% |
| 2005 | 153 | 36% |
| 2004 | 140 | 24% |
| 2003 | 159 | 24% |
| 2002 | 20 | 13% |
| 2001 | 69 | 15% |
| 2000 | 38 | 18% |
| 1999 | 36 | 12% |
| 1998 | 24 | 11% |
| 1997 | 10 | 5% |
| 1996 | 20 | 7% |
| 1995 | 14 | 5% |
| 1994 | 15 | 9% |
| 1993 | 6 | 15% |
| 1992 | 5 | 16% |
| 1991 | 3 | 19% |
Other parts of the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500
16 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsWheels
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsTires
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology