2006 Dodge RAM Problems
- Complaints
- 25filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 36,470miles, 21 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Dodge RAM (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 25 consumer complaints for the 2006 Dodge RAM. The part named most often is electrical system, with 6 complaints (24% of the total), followed by steering (4) and air bags (3). 21 of the complaints include a mileage, and 62% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 36,470 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 26 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 3 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system6 24%
- Steering4 16%
- Air bags3 12%
- Exterior lighting3 12%
- Suspension3 12%
- Engine cooling2 8.0%
- Fuel system2 8.0%
- Other or unknown2 8.0%
Also reported: Seat belts (2), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags), the airbag warning light remained illuminated after starting the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that whenever the airbag light was illuminated, there were other electrical failures with the vehicle. The contact stated that the A/C and the heater would become inoperable. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer who diagnosed and determined that there was an electrical short underneath the driver's side airbag sensor wiring harness. …”
NHTSA complaint #11477869, filed 2022-08, 180,000 milesSteering: “The left tie rod end dropped off my vehicle while backing into my driveway. There have been recalls issued on similar trucks. Dodge offers no help on my vehicle because recalls are VIN specific. To repair the cost was $1062. If Dodge hadn't redesigned the parts, my cost would have been $0 due to the 3 year/36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty we purchased with the truck. (it was a used truck when we purchased it.) why haven't all of these trucks been recalled for this issue? I suppose the fact that there have been no deaths or major property damage will be the reason. …”
NHTSA complaint #10417428, filed 2011-08, 111,046 milesAir bags: “- the contact owns a 2006 Dodge RAM 1500. The contact received recall 06v353000 concerning air bags, and recall 05v461000 concerning seat belts. The contact called the dealer on several occasions, and has been advised they would call her back to schedule an appointment. The contact received no response from the dealer, and attempted to contact them again, but has been unsuccessful in securing an appointment to date. Vehicle had no failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10178099, filed 2007-01, 4,465 milesExterior lighting: “The contact owns a 2006 Dodge RAM. The contact stated when using the right turn signal, the left one would illuminate and when using the left turn signal the right one would illuminate. Occasionally, the lights completely failed to function. The vehicle was not inspected. The failure mileage was 93,000 and the current mileage was 94,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10399130, filed 2011-05, 94,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
62% of the 21 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 20,000 and 100,660 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2006 Dodge RAM in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 26 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10033546Feb 2, 2010Fuel system, Engine cooling. Dodge: electronic fuel control actuator (fca) available for service/new diagnostics available for dtc p0251. Engine surges at idle or mil illumination. Further investigation may identify dtc…
- 10024083Jan 8, 2008Engine cooling. Positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) system freezes in extreme cold ambient temperatures -- involves installing revised pcv system components.
- 10021685Apr 26, 2007Engine cooling. Engine off-idle speed limit feature to protect turbocharger when vehicle is not moving.
- 10021687Apr 13, 2007Other or unknown. Trailer towing mirror - new mirror glass locking tab - new removal procedure.
- 10021426Mar 20, 2007Transmission and drivetrain. Improved hill climb capability in reverse or dtc's p1713 / p1776.
- 10021090Jan 20, 2007Suspension. When braking the vehicle may drift to one side or exhibit a body shudder.
- 10020935Dec 9, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. Flash 42rle - improved hill climb capability in reverse or diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p1713/p1776.
- 10020946Nov 2, 2006Fuel system. 5.9l dtc p0191 - fuel pressure sensor rationality. Erase and reprogram the powertrain control module (pcm) with new software.
- 10021248Oct 21, 2006Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Cracked windshield due to being hit by a foreign object like a stone.
- 10020924Oct 20, 2006Suspension. Axle fluid level.
Other model years of the Dodge RAM
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 27 | 10,025 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2009 | 9 | 43,992 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 25 | 25,000 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2007 | 17 | 59,436 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2006 | 25 | 36,470 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 40 | 22,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2004 | 58 | 37,000 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2003 | 53 | 38,750 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 116 | 37,827 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 318 | 45,000 | 9 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2000 | 147 | 63,000 | 6 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 366 | 78,000 | 9 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 483 | 74,000 | 13 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 398 | 80,000 | 7 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 625 | 81,500 | 10 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1995 | 611 | 102,398 | 12 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 469 | 125,254 | 18 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1993 | 54 | 111,275 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 58 | 87,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 51 | — | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 23 | 17,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 28 | — | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 22 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1987 | 18 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 18 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1985 | 10 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Dodge RAM model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Dodge RAM have?
NHTSA recorded 25 consumer complaints for the 2006 Dodge RAM as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Dodge RAM is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 6 complaints (24% of the total), followed by steering with 4.
Has the 2006 Dodge RAM been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Dodge RAM reported?
Among the 21 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 36,470 miles and the middle half falls between 20,000 and 100,660 miles; 62% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.