MYRModel Year Report

1994 Dodge RAM 1500

▲ Better than typical
1994 Dodge RAM 1500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:44.219Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
116
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 7 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 116 complaints 1994 116 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 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 116 complaints 1994 116 1995: 213 complaints 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 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 116 complaints 1994 116 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

1994: 116 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

19% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing switch and ignition.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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I have has issues with electrical ony Dodge truck, the light switch for headlights burning wires from nowhere when driving from light switch.aril of 2020 I was involved in an auto accident which was a result of my air bag steering wheel went off by...

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-21

Also filed under Air bags

Lights would not come on jiggled knob they came on we drove about 4 miles turned on left turn signal lights flickered and top of dash and vent on driver side was smoking smelt like rubber burning touched top of dash it burned my hand pulled over...

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-15

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Suspension

16% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing front and rear.

Steering

16% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and hydraulic power assist system.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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While driving 35-40 MPH on a wet road vehicle suddenly did a complete 90-degree spin , and rolled over several times before stopping. Consumer sustained 10 broken ribs, and was transported by an ambulance to a local hospital.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-06-25

While driving on highway steering column broke causing accident. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-09-25

Service brakes

12% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Structure

7% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing hinge and attachments and hood.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl*the contact owns a 1994 Dodge RAM 1500. While driving less than 35 MPH, the hood of the vehicle flew back into the front windshield. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a ditch area.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-11-19

Safety timeline

1 recall · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1996-03-22Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-07-31 Alleged failure of steering pitman shaft
  2. I
    1998-05-08Engineering analysisClosed 1999-12-10 Headlight circuit
  3. I
    2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation
  4. I
    2003-09-23Defect petitionClosed 2004-04-08 Seat back failure
  5. R
    2006-04-20Engine and engine cooling06E024000 Certain replacement k&n fuel performance kits, p/nos. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, and 57-1530. Also, a small percentage of these kits were sold under the mopar…

    Remedy: K&n will provide owners with a free repair kit along with repair instructions. The recall began on April 20, 2006.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Dodge RAM 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 18 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E024000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Dodge RAM 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Dodge RAM 1500 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Dodge RAM 1500?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Dodge RAM 1500 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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