1995 Dodge RAM Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 28about this part
- Share
- 5%of 611 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 190,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 28 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1995 Dodge RAM, 5% of the 611 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 190,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 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.
“While driving, the hood flew open and damaged the hood. The consumer was notified of a recall on the hood latch, but the vehicle identification number did not pertain to the vehicle. The consumer received recall letter after the incident. (#01v040000)”
NHTSA complaint #10020391, filed 2003-08, 190,000 miles“Hood latch disengaged without warning while vehicle was in operation. Consumer had hood tied down at the moment to prevent this from happening. Consumer was informed by manufacturer that this vehicle was not included in recall 95v056000. Only vehicle's registered on east coast were included in recall.”
NHTSA complaint #885950, filed 2001-04“Throttle control cable was repaired under campaign id 01v037000. Less than 500 miles later, throttle cable failed while driving. Vehicle checked by another dealer, who advised consumer that recall repairs did not properly repair the first time. Dealer advised consumer that first dealer did not add all necessary components. Consumer states hood latch and ignition switch repaired under recall campaign (01v-040 and 00v-135) but failed again.”
NHTSA complaint #8017049, filed 2002-08“Received recall notice 95v056000, secondary hood latch; because vehicle was involved in an accident & owner refused repairs, insurance company totaled it. Body shop brought, repaired & sold vehicle. Owner took vehicle to dealer for recall & mechanic called zone representative who refused to have dealer do recall repairs due to vehicle not having any warranties & was salvaged.”
NHTSA complaint #822727, filed 1998-04“While driving vehicle stalled out. Transmission blewout which was caused by pressure clip on line blowing off, all the fuel ran out.*also, there were 5 recalls, dealer only fixed one, hood latch. Ak”
NHTSA complaint #8014434, filed 2002-07Related recalls
- 01V040000Feb 12, 2001On certain pickup trucks originally sold in or currently registered in the following "salt belt" states: maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode…Covers: Dodge RAM 1994–1999
- 95V056000Mar 21, 1995The secondary hood latch rod can bind on the guide bracket and prevent engagement of the secondary latch.Covers: Dodge RAM 1994–1995
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 11% |
| 2004 | 2 | 3% |
| 2002 | 2 | 2% |
| 2001 | 8 | 3% |
| 2000 | 4 | 3% |
| 1999 | 7 | 2% |
| 1998 | 4 | 1% |
| 1997 | 8 | 2% |
| 1996 | 16 | 3% |
| 1995 | 28 | 5% |
| 1994 | 19 | 4% |
| 1993 | 1 | 2% |
| 1986 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1995 Dodge RAM
150 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
91 complaintsElectrical system
72 complaintsSuspension
59 complaintsEngine cooling
51 complaintsSteering
49 complaintsVehicle speed control
46 complaintsAir bags
38 complaintsFuel system
38 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
27 complaintsBody and structure
26 complaintsExterior lighting
24 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology