1994 Dodge RAM Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 33about this part
- Share
- 7%of 469 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 33 complaints about the visibility of the 1994 Dodge RAM, 7% of the 469 complaints for this model year. 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.
“Design flaw or defect caused the metal around mount bolts (which are welded in place) for windshield wiper motor tore causing the wipers to jam and become inoperative. Manufaturer (daimler-chyrsler customer service) refused to look into the problem because the vehicle was out of warrenty. Also refused to let me talk with her supervisor.”
NHTSA complaint #706051, filed 1999-04“Experiencing long stopping distance during wet weather, resulting in lockup. Tt the power steering was grinding in four wheel drive. Front brakes fold, then snap and lock-up. When pumpd, the pedal goes up and increases stopping distance. The accelerator sticks sometimes. The windows rattle and the console works intermittently and leaks air as well.”
NHTSA complaint #974118, filed 1995-10“Windshield wipers failed to work when switch was turned on. Power window on the passenger's side was not working at all if button was pushed. Vehicle would vibrate & rattle when going pass 50mph. Been to dealer each time.”
NHTSA complaint #879755, filed 2001-02“On the passenger side in the center windshield was cracking, horizontally. Crack were getting progressively longer then original 5 inches. Been to dealer & mechanic indicated it was a stress crack & windshield needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #869381, filed 2000-09“While pulling into a gas station windows would not go down. Also, ABS light/ check engine light came on. Doors would not unlock. Then, consumer could not turn car off. Consumer had to shake steering wheel to get the key out.”
NHTSA complaint #865160, filed 2000-07Related recalls
- 94V025002Feb 14, 1995The right outside rearview mirror contains convex glass rather than flat. Therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with fmvss no. 111, "rearview mirrors."Covers: Dodge RAM 1994
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 1 | 4% |
| 2007 | 2 | 12% |
| 2006 | 3 | 12% |
| 2005 | 1 | 3% |
| 2004 | 1 | 2% |
| 2003 | 4 | 8% |
| 2002 | 11 | 9% |
| 2001 | 12 | 4% |
| 2000 | 5 | 3% |
| 1999 | 12 | 3% |
| 1998 | 15 | 3% |
| 1997 | 30 | 8% |
| 1996 | 24 | 4% |
| 1995 | 27 | 4% |
| 1994 | 33 | 7% |
| 1993 | 3 | 6% |
| 1992 | 1 | 2% |
| 1991 | 1 | 2% |
| 1989 | 1 | 4% |
Other parts of the 1994 Dodge RAM
91 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
68 complaintsElectrical system
64 complaintsSuspension
47 complaintsFuel system
40 complaintsSteering
39 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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