MYRModel Year Report

1991 Dodge RAM 1500

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1991 Dodge RAM 1500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:48:48.555Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
7

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1991: 7 complaints 1991 7 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 116 complaints 1994 1995: 213 complaints 1996: 298 complaints 1997: 361 complaints 1997 1998: 520 complaints 1999: 610 complaints 2000: 513 complaints 2000 2001: 1,112 complaints 2002: 815 complaints 2003: 1,171 complaints 2003 2004: 1,097 complaints 2005: 1,171 complaints 2006: 792 complaints 2006 2007: 517 complaints 2008: 554 complaints 2009: 670 complaints 2009 2010: 487 complaints 2011: 688 complaints 2012: 697 complaints 2012 2014: 1 complaint
1991: 7 complaints 1991 7 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 116 complaints 1995: 213 complaints 1995 1996: 298 complaints 1997: 361 complaints 1997 1998: 520 complaints 1999: 610 complaints 1999 2000: 513 complaints 2001: 1,112 complaints 2001 2002: 815 complaints 2003: 1,171 complaints 2003 2004: 1,097 complaints 2005: 1,171 complaints 2005 2006: 792 complaints 2007: 517 complaints 2007 2008: 554 complaints 2009: 670 complaints 2009 2010: 487 complaints 2011: 688 complaints 2011 2012: 697 complaints 2014: 1 complaint 2014
1991: 7 complaints 1991 7 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 116 complaints 1994 1995: 213 complaints 1995 1996: 298 complaints 1996 1997: 361 complaints 1997 1998: 520 complaints 1998 1999: 610 complaints 1999 2000: 513 complaints 2000 2001: 1,112 complaints 2001 2002: 815 complaints 2002 2003: 1,171 complaints 2003 2004: 1,097 complaints 2004 2005: 1,171 complaints 2005 2006: 792 complaints 2006 2007: 517 complaints 2007 2008: 554 complaints 2008 2009: 670 complaints 2009 2010: 487 complaints 2010 2011: 688 complaints 2011 2012: 697 complaints 2012 2014: 1 complaint 2014

1991: 7 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19917
19920
19936
1994116
1995213
1996298
1997361
1998520
1999610
2000513
20011,112
2002815
20031,171
20041,097
20051,171
2006792
2007517
2008554
2009670
2010487
2011688
2012697
20141

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 7 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

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The crankshaft had its bearings replaced and the vehicle still doesn't work. Please explain. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-12

Vehicle speed control

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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NHTSA recall 93E-034 and Chrysler recall #605. I contacted a Dodge dealer in cordele, ga and he said he was not able to get the part to fix this dangerous recall on my truck.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-14

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Steering

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

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Vehicle is having steering problems. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-04

Fuel/propulsion system

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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Plastic fuel tank cracked causing fuel to spill. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-19

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1992-08-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-12-29 Master cylinder failure
  2. I
    1992-12-29Engineering analysisClosed 1993-11-09 Master cylinder failure
  3. I
    1993-05-27Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-12-29 Poor brake performance
  4. I
    1995-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-05-11 Steering wheel separation

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Dodge RAM 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 1991 Dodge RAM 1500 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Dodge RAM 1500?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Dodge RAM 1500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.