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Dodge RAMModel year report

2009 Dodge RAM Problems

Complaints
9filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
43,992miles, 8 complaints with mileage
Recalls
5campaigns on record
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2009 Dodge RAM (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error

NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2009 Dodge RAM. The part named most often is steering, with 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by fuel system (2) and transmission and drivetrain (2). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 63% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 43,992 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 5 technical service bulletins for this model year. Steering complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the tie rod assembly, 1 NHTSA investigation and 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

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.

Example complaints

Steering: “After backing out of my garage, at an approx. Speed of 1 MPH, I turned the wheels to the left to run an errand, and the drivers side tie rod end broke. The drag link dropped and the wheel cocked to the full left. At this point I don't know if it caused any other damage. I spoke with the nearest dealer and was told that there are no recalls on this vehicle at this time. Unfortunately I need this vehicle and had to order a new tie rod end at a cost of $116.00. Bearing any other damage, I will also have to get an alignment, at an unknown cost at this time. …”

NHTSA complaint #10424295, filed 2011-09, 47,985 miles

Fuel system: “The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket had detached. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket. The contact was informed that the rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. …”

NHTSA complaint #11605710, filed 2024-07, 180,000 miles

Transmission and drivetrain: “The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V038000 (POWER TRAIN); and the vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be inspected, and it was confirmed that the vehicle qualified for the buyback option under the recall. After contacting the dealer and manufacturer to initiate the buyback process, the recall process was not completed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall resolution and buyback. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.”

NHTSA complaint #11653639, filed 2025-04

Mileage when problems were reported

63% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,200 and 60,000 miles.

25%0–1013%10–2525%25–5013%50–7513%75–1000%100–15013%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (8 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 43,992 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

200920102011220122202120242025
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2009 Dodge RAM → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

NHTSA investigations

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. 5 on record; the latest 5 are shown.

Other model years of the Dodge RAM

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
20102710,0255——Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years)Falling
2009943,9925———Not enough data
20082525,0002——Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years)Falling
20071759,4361———Stable
20062536,4700——Not compared (before 2008)Falling
20054022,5000——Not compared (before 2008)Rising
20045837,0001——Not compared (before 2008)Rising
20035338,7502——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
200211637,8272——Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200131845,0009——Not compared (before 2008)Rising
200014763,0006——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
199936678,0009——Not compared (before 2008)Falling
199848374,00013——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
199739880,0007——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
199662581,50010——Not compared (before 2008)Rising
1995611102,39812——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
1994469125,25418——Not compared (before 2008)Rising
199354111,2750—19Not compared (before 2008)Stable
19925887,0001—19Not compared (before 2008)Stable
199151—2——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
19902317,0000———Stable
198928—0——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
198822—0———Stable
198718—0———Stable
198618—0———Stable
198510—0———Not enough data

All Dodge RAM model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2009 Dodge RAM have?

NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2009 Dodge RAM as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2009 Dodge RAM is reported most often?

Steering is named most often, in 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by fuel system with 2.

Has the 2009 Dodge RAM been recalled?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

At what mileage are problems with the 2009 Dodge RAM reported?

Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 43,992 miles and the middle half falls between 12,200 and 60,000 miles; 63% 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.