MYRModel Year Report

2009 Dodge RAM 1500

● Typical for this model
2009 Dodge RAM 1500
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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
670
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

35% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 7 complaints 1991 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: 1,169 complaints 2006: 792 complaints 2006 2007: 517 complaints 2008: 554 complaints 2009: 670 complaints 2009 670 2010: 485 complaints 2011: 688 complaints 2012: 697 complaints 2012 2014: 1 complaint
1991: 7 complaints 1991 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: 1,169 complaints 2005 2006: 792 complaints 2007: 517 complaints 2007 2008: 554 complaints 2009: 670 complaints 2009 670 2010: 485 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 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: 1,169 complaints 2005 2006: 792 complaints 2006 2007: 517 complaints 2007 2008: 554 complaints 2008 2009: 670 complaints 2009 670 2010: 485 complaints 2010 2011: 688 complaints 2011 2012: 697 complaints 2012 2014: 1 complaint 2014

2009: 670 complaints

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YearComplaints
19917
19920
19936
1994116
1995213
1996298
1997361
1998520
1999610
2000513
20011,112
2002815
20031,171
20041,097
20051,169
2006792
2007517
2008554
2009670
2010485
2011688
2012697
20141

Known problem areas

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

Power train

35% · 233 reports

Most commonly citing differential unit and driveshaft.

CRASHINJURY
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Truck was in park then vehicle left park and went into reverse with no one inside at the time, went up hill with speed and crashed into neighbors car. Dodge says no recalls were reported.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-05-22

My trucks ignition switch just stops turing my truck on I've seen multiple complaints about the same issue leaves you stranded

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-14

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Electrical system

15% · 98 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and ignition.

Engine

7% · 50 reports

Wheels

7% · 50 reports

Most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.

CRASH

Structure

6% · 41 reports

Most commonly citing body and frame and members.

CRASHINJURY
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Airbags failed to go off after collision with a farm implement being pulled by a farm tractor. Dodge vehicle has damage to frame, passenger side and front of vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-25

Also filed under Suspension

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2012-07-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-03-05 Rear Differential Failure
  2. R
    2013-06-17Power train12V474000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, Ram 1500 and Dodge Dakota trucks, manufactured from July 1, 2009, through November 30, 2009, because the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a…

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    2013-11-07Power train13V038000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year…

    Remedy: On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners…

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  4. I
    2014-09-25Defect petitionClosed 2015-07-24 Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

Buy-smart checklist

2009 Dodge RAM 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 233 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 98 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 50 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 12V474000 · Power train
  • Recall 13V038000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2009 Dodge RAM 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Dodge RAM 1500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge RAM 1500?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge RAM 1500 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.