1996 Dodge RAM Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 2%of 625 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 32,701miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the equipment of the 1996 Dodge RAM, 2% of the 625 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 32,701 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is 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.
“My main complaint is the transmission. The pressure seal for second gear has been replaced 3 times. It lasts for about 30,000 miles and then goes. I've had to pay for the repair 2 out of 3 times. Approx 1400.00.. The last time I had parts put in that were not chrysler products.”
NHTSA complaint #10070694, filed 2004-01, 32,701 miles“A/c motor blows out when going up a upgrade,and when going down. Took vehicle to dealer, and he had a vacuum switch put in, and it did not remedy the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #865189, filed 2000-07“The ignition switch melted the plastic shroud under the steering column. The air conditioner was running when this occurred. The radio was on also. After this occurred, the radio no longer works right either. The dealer said there is a replacement switch, but did not cover it under the warranty. The dealer said they were having problems with the switch, that's why there was a new replacement switch. Cost over $350, including installation. This does not include replacing the radio. They did not know why the radio went bad. The dealer was fred beans in doylestown, pa. …”
NHTSA complaint #711211, filed 2000-04“Engine completely fell apart and was replaced by northe star Dodge in san antonio. Air conditioner has relay problems. Transmission found to have clutch pieces in it by independant used car tester. All windows and doors have air leaks and rain leaks. Vehicle leaks water up throught he floor board when driving in rain. Vehicle also shudders dramatically when going over 40 MPH. Carberator has choke problems and is hard to start. Most if not all of these problems were reported to Dodge within 10,000 miles of purchase but due to stalling techiches by fiesta Dodge nothing has ever been remedied.”
NHTSA complaint #711864, filed 1999-09Related recalls
- 96V027000Feb 5, 1996The involved vehicles have tire/wheel specification information on the vehicle certification label which indicates a smaller size tire than required. This…Covers: Dodge RAM 1996
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 4% |
| 2007 | 1 | 6% |
| 2004 | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 | 1 | 2% |
| 2002 | 5 | 4% |
| 2001 | 7 | 2% |
| 2000 | 8 | 5% |
| 1999 | 5 | 1% |
| 1998 | 7 | 1% |
| 1997 | 7 | 2% |
| 1996 | 13 | 2% |
| 1995 | 13 | 2% |
| 1994 | 8 | 2% |
| 1992 | 3 | 5% |
| 1991 | 2 | 4% |
| 1990 | 1 | 4% |
| 1988 | 1 | 5% |
| 1987 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1996 Dodge RAM
173 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
135 complaintsEngine cooling
57 complaintsSuspension
49 complaintsElectrical system
47 complaintsSteering
43 complaintsAir bags
38 complaintsFuel system
37 complaintsVehicle speed control
30 complaintsTires
29 complaintsBody and structure
24 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
24 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 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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