2009 Ram 1500 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 19%of 37 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 79,300miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2009 Ram 1500, 19% of the 37 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 79,300 miles.
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.
“Vehicle taken to dealer for fuel tank bracket recall. Was advised by dealer the frame rusted thru and would not go forward with recall. I feel the frame will be a safety problem in near future. Vehicle has 84,000 miles many like vehicles in my area.”
NHTSA complaint #11096679, filed 2018-05, 84,114 miles“The tipm is failing having issues with electrical functions, right side doors locks not working correctly, wipers are not working correctly, AC not working--less than 80,000 miles on my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11104800, filed 2018-06, 79,300 miles“The hvac System behind dashboard stopped working and there is no air or heat it keeps making a loud clicking noise for about 1 minute and goes away and then 5 minutes later it does it again for another 5 minutes I took to a shop the said the hvac system behind the dash went out and you have to remove the whole dashboard and replace the whole hvac system to fix it I have no heat or a/c and I seen there are recalls concerning this matter”
NHTSA complaint #11481019, filed 2022-08“Blend door actuator for heater, defroster does not always work so defrost or heater will not put out any heat and therefore windshield will not defrost and heater wiil not put out heat, in my pickup this is on passenger side. In montana where it is starting to get cold this can be a life threatening situation”
NHTSA complaint #10790487, filed 2015-11“The odometer on 4th generation dodge will not go over 621,369 miles. This is a none problem which they refuse to fix. This vehicle has a unlimited power train warranty. Dodge refuses to fix the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11426565, filed 2021-07Related service bulletins
- 10225951Sep 14, 2022CONNECTOR Trailer Tow,WIRING Trailer Tow,CONNECTOR 7 Way,WIRING Rear Bumper If the connector or wiring is physically damaged, burned, melted or corroded, prior to replacing the…
- 10220687Mar 6, 2022Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16 | 16% |
| 2025 | 38 | 10% |
| 2024 | 15 | 19% |
| 2023 | 46 | 22% |
| 2022 | 94 | 15% |
| 2021 | 104 | 15% |
| 2020 | 112 | 17% |
| 2019 | 237 | 16% |
| 2018 | 92 | 14% |
| 2017 | 68 | 8% |
| 2016 | 127 | 8% |
| 2015 | 117 | 8% |
| 2014 | 137 | 8% |
| 2013 | 51 | 4% |
| 2009 | 7 | 19% |
Other parts of the 2009 Ram 1500
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Ram 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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