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2012 Dodge RAM 4500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
5about this part
Share
50%of 10 total for the year
Median mileage
5,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2012 Dodge RAM 4500, 50% of the 10 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,000 miles. 3 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.

“We received a safety recall notice for our basic life support ambulance n26/NHTSA 13v-239 for front axle tube welds. The notice advised that the vehicle could crash or have a loss in motive power if used. We have contacted chrysler many times to have this emergency ambulance repaired but they have not repaired, inspected or even send correspondence when the vehicle maybe repaired in more then ten weeks. This vehicle is a 4 wheel drive ambulance which is needed for our remote coverage area for access to homes on dirt lanes, snow and ice travel. …”

NHTSA complaint #10567208, filed 2014-02

“The contact owns a 2012 Dodge RAM 4500. He received two recall notices, NHTSA recall 13v239000 power train was received in july 2013; and NHTSA recall, 13v527000 , steering was received in january 2014 both recalls indicated he could lose control and crash without warning. He was required to sign a motor vehicle document indicating the vehicle was safe to drive for commercial purposes including carrying a load. …”

NHTSA complaint #10559549, filed 2014-01, 5,000 miles

“2012 Dodge RAM 4500. Consumer writes in regards to diesel fuel heater electrical connector & front axle housing recall notices repair issues. The consumer stated she has received four recall notices in the mail. Each time she goes to the dealer, they inform her the parts are not available.”

NHTSA complaint #10721949, filed 2015-06

“2012 Dodge ram. Consumer writes in regards to front axle tube welds recall notice. The consumer was informed the parts for the recall, were not available.”

NHTSA complaint #10551257, filed 2013-11

“The contact owns a 2012 Dodge RAM 4500. The contact stated that he received the notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 13v527000 (steering) and 13v239000 (power train). The contact mentioned that he was concerned for his safety since the manufacturer did not have the necessary parts available in order to repair the vehicle. The dealer was contacted and advised the contact of the delay on receiving the parts. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure.”

NHTSA complaint #10566035, filed 2014-02

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Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2012550%

Other parts of the 2012 Dodge RAM 4500

Steering
5 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2012 Dodge RAM 4500

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