1994 Dodge RAM Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 64about this part
- Share
- 14%of 469 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 87,608miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 64 complaints about the electrical system of the 1994 Dodge RAM, 14% of the 469 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 87,608 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 19 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the brake line had rusted causing fluid to leak out and extend stopping distance. Ts dealership installed new brake line. Dealership stated started needed to be replaced, however consumer declined.”
NHTSA complaint #8022330, filed 2002-11, 87,608 miles“There was a problem with the ignition switch, the key became hard to turn, and then all of a sudden there was a burnt wire smell coming from the steering wheel, and a burn hole was on the side of the steering wheel column, several weeks later, the consumer received a recall notice regarding the ignition switch.”
NHTSA complaint #10011236, filed 2003-03“Consumer received a recall letter. Took to dealer, and they told consumer to leave car and recall letter. Dealer called consumr next day and said they could not fix it because of alarm system which was an after market system. Then, next day they called and said it was ready. After that cosumer started having other little problems.”
NHTSA complaint #882340, filed 2001-03“Recall # 00v135000 daimlerchrysler/igntion switch; after keeping schedule appointment, owner was told that there was no way that campaign could be completed in one hour, as stated in recall letter. Owner was told that it could take as long as a day and a half. It was also suggested that he take his truck to dealership were purchased to correct campaign.”
NHTSA complaint #865647, filed 2000-07“While driving 45 MPH dashlights went out. Consumer pulled over and changed the fuse. Shortly afterwards, dash lights went out again, smoke was coming from behind the dashboard. Consumer disconnected battery, and had vehicle towed to dealer. Dealer determined that wiring harness caused fire.”
NHTSA complaint #8001359, filed 2002-01Related recalls
- 00V135000May 10, 2000Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. The affected vehicles were built with an ignition switch and wiring that could overheat. High electrical…Covers: Dodge RAM 1994–1996
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6 | 22% |
| 2008 | 3 | 12% |
| 2007 | 1 | 6% |
| 2006 | 6 | 24% |
| 2005 | 3 | 8% |
| 2004 | 10 | 17% |
| 2003 | 4 | 8% |
| 2002 | 5 | 4% |
| 2001 | 20 | 6% |
| 2000 | 13 | 9% |
| 1999 | 17 | 5% |
| 1998 | 48 | 10% |
| 1997 | 22 | 6% |
| 1996 | 47 | 8% |
| 1995 | 72 | 12% |
| 1994 | 64 | 14% |
| 1993 | 4 | 7% |
| 1992 | 6 | 10% |
| 1991 | 5 | 10% |
| 1990 | 2 | 9% |
| 1989 | 1 | 4% |
| 1987 | 2 | 11% |
| 1986 | 3 | 17% |
| 1985 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1994 Dodge RAM
91 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
68 complaintsSuspension
47 complaintsFuel system
40 complaintsSteering
39 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
33 complaintsVehicle speed control
30 complaintsEngine cooling
28 complaintsAir bags
27 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
19 complaintsSeat belts
18 complaintsBody and structure
17 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Dodge RAM
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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