1999 Dodge RAM Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 2%of 366 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 120,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1999 Dodge RAM, 2% of the 366 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 120,000 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.
“Since installation on 09/23, my locks automaticly open constantly. This problem has been reported to audiovox by certified letter and e-mail. Audiovox has failed to reply. Any help you can give me in this matter will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #714049, filed 1999-10“The contact owns a 1999 Dodge RAM. While driving 5 MPH the front doors swung opened without warning. He stated that the outside door handle would remain in the open position and the door would not latch. The dealer has not inspected the vehicle. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 154,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10199577, filed 2007-08, 120,000 miles“The contact owns a 1999 Dodge RAM. The contact stated that the secondary latch on the hood failed. While driving approximately 25 MPH and greater, the vibrations from the uneven pavement cause the hood to open a couple of inches. The latch has not been repaired. Nhtsa campaign id number 01v040000 (latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch) is related to the failure, however, the dealer stated that he was a month late for the recall repair. The VIN, purchase date, and engine size were unknown. The current mileage was 163,000 and failure mileage was 162,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10203294, filed 2007-09, 162,000 miles“The contact stated there is NHTSA recall 01v040000 regarding the hood latch. The secondary hood latch failed and allowed the hood to open striking the windshield and blocking the contact's view while driving 60 MPH. With very limited visibility the contact managed to pull over. The contact tied the hood down with rope because the secondary hood latch was inoperable. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however ,it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle has not been seen by a dealer. Ak updated 1/25/2006 -”
NHTSA complaint #10147099, filed 2006-01, 78,000 milesRelated 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
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 1999 Dodge RAM
82 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
53 complaintsAir bags
40 complaintsSteering
40 complaintsEngine cooling
37 complaintsSuspension
36 complaintsOther or unknown
23 complaintsTires
20 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsBody and structure
17 complaintsSeat belts
15 complaintsFuel system
13 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Dodge RAM
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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