1994 Dodge RAM Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 47about this part
- Share
- 10%of 469 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 47 complaints about the suspension of the 1994 Dodge RAM, 10% of the 469 complaints for this model year. 4 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.
“Track bar on the front broke off while consumer was driving. As a result, vehicle was very difficult to control. Consumer states track bar separated from frame bracket. Threaded portion broke at the radius. Also the serpentine belt and water pump failed and were replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #8004405, filed 2002-02“While driving and hitting a railroad track front wheels of vehicle will start jumping. Left and right front wheels will jump to the left or right jerking steering wheel, causing consumer loss of vehicle. Took to dealer, and had repairs done, but problem still exits.”
NHTSA complaint #8008176, filed 2002-04“Vehicle experienced several engine related problems, the interior/exterior valves were bent, the short block was replaced, the oil pan was replaced, the valve seals were replaced, the thermostat was replaced, the engine ran rough and shook, and plugs were gapped incorrectly.”
NHTSA complaint #556907, filed 2000-10“Front suspension hits a bump above 65 MPH and starts a uncontrolled shaking that is self sustaning and will not stop until below 35 MPH (this can be replicated). Complete loss of stering occurs. There is a TSB for this problem. This is a very hazardous condition.”
NHTSA complaint #728695, filed 2000-08“Upper control arm had broken off the frame. This happened while driving 30mph in a school zone. Had control of vehicle at the time. Had no prior warning also, alignment was done prior to this. Had contacted mfg & dealer. Was informed problem had never happened before.”
NHTSA complaint #849547, filed 1999-09Related recalls
- 99V214000Aug 9, 1999Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. (2500 and 3500 series 4x4 regular cab pickup produced before march 21, 1995; 2500 and 3500 series 4x4 club cab…Covers: Dodge RAM 1994–1995
- 94V202000Oct 18, 1994The front suspension track bar bracket attachment has inadequate fatigue strength and can fail, causing front axle vibration.Covers: Dodge RAM 1994
- 94V097000May 20, 1994The front suspension track bar has inadequate fatigue strength.Covers: Dodge RAM 1994
- 93V173000Oct 22, 1993Front suspension track bar attachment to the axle may not be adequately tightened.Covers: Dodge RAM 1994
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | 4% |
| 2009 | 1 | 11% |
| 2008 | 1 | 4% |
| 2007 | 1 | 6% |
| 2006 | 3 | 12% |
| 2005 | 3 | 8% |
| 2004 | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 | 3 | 6% |
| 2002 | 16 | 14% |
| 2001 | 42 | 13% |
| 2000 | 20 | 14% |
| 1999 | 36 | 10% |
| 1998 | 31 | 6% |
| 1997 | 24 | 6% |
| 1996 | 49 | 8% |
| 1995 | 59 | 10% |
| 1994 | 47 | 10% |
| 1992 | 3 | 5% |
| 1991 | 3 | 6% |
| 1990 | 1 | 4% |
| 1989 | 1 | 4% |
| 1988 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1994 Dodge RAM
91 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
68 complaintsElectrical system
64 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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