Investigation RQ00012: 1994–1997 Dodge RAM

Status

CLOSED

Opened

May 3, 2000

Closed

Apr 20, 2001

Model years

1994–1997

Subject

HOOD LATCH

Component: Body and structure

Summary

Onmarch 20, 1995, daimlerchrysler filed a defect report for 181,008 1994 and 1995 dodge ram trucks manufacturedc from january 21, 1994 - october 25, 1994 at the dodge city assembly plant and from march 26, 1994 - december 8, 1994 at the lago alberto assembly plant.the secondary hood latch rod could bind on the guide bracket and prevent engagement of the secondary latch.if this occurs when the primary latch is not engaged, the hood could fly up when the vehicle is being driven and obstruct the drier's vision increasing the potential for a crash.the recall remedy was to replace the sedcondary hood latch.owners were notified in august of 1995.this recall rate as of 2/97 was 68%

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1997 Dodge RAM398 complaints
• 1996 Dodge RAM625 complaints
• 1995 Dodge RAM611 complaints
• 1994 Dodge RAM469 complaints