2010 Dodge RAM Problems
- Complaints
- 27filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 10,025miles, 21 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns 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 2010 Dodge RAM (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2010 Dodge RAM. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 7 complaints (26% of the total), followed by electrical system (6) and air bags (4). 21 of the complaints include a mileage, and 76% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 10,025 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the module filed under the same part.
Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years). 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 22%
- Air bags4 15%
- Fuel system2 7.4%
- Vehicle speed control2 7.4%
- Brakes1 3.7%
- Engine cooling1 3.7%
- Exterior lighting1 3.7%
- Other or unknown1 3.7%
- Steering1 3.7%
Also reported: Body and structure (1), Suspension (1), Tires (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “Driving around 30 miles per hour, and it has happened twice it has surged in speed with out pressing the gas pedal for no reason. Nothing was done because being it doesn't happen all the time when I take it to the dealer it will not happen more than likely.”
NHTSA complaint #10326245, filed 2010-04, 2,500 milesElectrical system: “The contact owned a 2010 Ram 1500. The contact stated while approaching their parked vehicle, the contact noticed black smoke coming in from the inside of the vehicle. The contact open the front driver side door and noticed that the driver side door control panel and the front driver seat and floor panel had melted. The contact stated there was no fire in the vehicle and cleared all the black smoke in the interior of the vehicle by having all four doors open in the vehicle. No one was injured. No fire department report. …”
NHTSA complaint #11446302, filed 2022-01, 171,000 milesAir bags: “Warning lite for air bag deployment stays on. In shop for two weeks at this time and the auto tech and factory tech have no idea how what to repair. Wires from the dash, console, door panels (factory wire loom) are open for tracing. Dodge did not send out the proper wire schematic for the 2010 RAM. Last report was that they are guessing at a repair.”
NHTSA complaint #10329875, filed 2010-05, 8,600 milesFuel system: “While driving home 10/20 ~8pm, I was slowing down in freeway traffic ~45mph. I took my foot off the brake and was just about to press down on the accelerator pedal, my truck surged forward for about .25 of a second (split second). This has happened in the past ~8 times. I notified the dealer at 26,000 mile service and they said it was the engines switching between the eco mode and normal mode. (5.7 hemi). Please advise. (I purchased this vehicle new from folsom Dodge, ca.)”
NHTSA complaint #10432305, filed 2011-10, 32,300 milesMileage when problems were reported
76% of the 21 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 3,338 and 36,250 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
- 10V657000Dec 24, 2010Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assemblyCovers: Dodge RAM 2008–2011
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 4500 and 5500 vehicles. These vehicles may experience a weakening and fracture of the left ball stud on the tie rod resulting in the potential loss of steering.
- 10V616000Dec 7, 2010Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Power steering fluidCovers: Dodge RAM 2010–2011
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 dodge ram trucks manufactured from march 2009 through october 2010. Some vehicles equipped with diesel engine and a hydroboost brake system may be equipped with a power steering reservoir cap with excessive…
- 10V315000Jul 7, 2010Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinderCovers: Dodge RAM 2010, Jeep Wrangler 2010, Liberty 2010 +1 more
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 left hand drive jeep liberty, dodge nitro and ram 1500 truck; right and left hand drive jeep wrangler vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed master cylinder to hydraulic control…
- 10V200000May 11, 2010Electrical system › Ignition › ModuleCovers: Dodge RAM 2010, Charger 2010, Challenger 2010 +3 more
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler 300, dodge challenger, charger, jeep commander, grand cherokee and dodge ram vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the…
- 10V009000Jan 11, 2010Service brakes, hydraulicCovers: Dodge RAM 2009–2010, Jeep Liberty 2010, Dodge Nitro 2010 +4 more
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake…
Recall details for the 2010 Dodge RAM → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE11009Outer Tie Rod FailureClosed · Apr 4, 2011
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. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10041625Aug 1, 2011Steering. Dodge: see document search button for owner letter. Vehicles may experience water ingression in outer tie rod ends.
- 10034071Sep 1, 2010Engine cooling. Ram/dodge jeep service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. The engine water pump on certain vehicles may leak coolant. Engine operation with a low coolant level could cause engine…
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 2010 Dodge RAM have?
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2010 Dodge RAM as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2010 Dodge RAM is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 7 complaints (26% of the total), followed by electrical system with 6.
Has the 2010 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 2010 Dodge RAM reported?
Among the 21 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 10,025 miles and the middle half falls between 3,338 and 36,250 miles; 76% 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.