MYRModel Year Report

2008 Dodge RAM 2500

● Typical for this model
2008 Dodge RAM 2500
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
317
Recalls
9

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

56% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 16 complaints 1991 1992: 32 complaints 1993: 39 complaints 1994: 168 complaints 1994 1995: 267 complaints 1996: 291 complaints 1997: 213 complaints 1997 1998: 225 complaints 1999: 313 complaints 2000: 211 complaints 2000 2001: 469 complaints 2002: 155 complaints 2003: 661 complaints 2003 2004: 581 complaints 2005: 422 complaints 2006: 668 complaints 2007: 361 complaints 2008: 317 complaints 2008 317 2009: 214 complaints 2010: 236 complaints 2011: 298 complaints 2012: 283 complaints 2012
1991: 16 complaints 1991 1992: 32 complaints 1993: 39 complaints 1993 1994: 168 complaints 1995: 267 complaints 1995 1996: 291 complaints 1997: 213 complaints 1997 1998: 225 complaints 1999: 313 complaints 1999 2000: 211 complaints 2001: 469 complaints 2001 2002: 155 complaints 2003: 661 complaints 2003 2004: 581 complaints 2005: 422 complaints 2005 2006: 668 complaints 2007: 361 complaints 2008: 317 complaints 2008 317 2009: 214 complaints 2010: 236 complaints 2011: 298 complaints 2011 2012: 283 complaints
1991: 16 complaints 1991 1992: 32 complaints 1992 1993: 39 complaints 1993 1994: 168 complaints 1994 1995: 267 complaints 1995 1996: 291 complaints 1996 1997: 213 complaints 1997 1998: 225 complaints 1998 1999: 313 complaints 1999 2000: 211 complaints 2000 2001: 469 complaints 2001 2002: 155 complaints 2002 2003: 661 complaints 2003 2004: 581 complaints 2004 2005: 422 complaints 2005 2006: 668 complaints 2006 2007: 361 complaints 2007 2008: 317 complaints 2008 317 2009: 214 complaints 2009 2010: 236 complaints 2010 2011: 298 complaints 2011 2012: 283 complaints 2012

2008: 317 complaints

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YearComplaints
199116
199232
199339
1994168
1995267
1996291
1997213
1998225
1999313
2000211
2001469
2002155
2003661
2004581
2005422
2006668
2007361
2008317
2009214
2010236
2011298
2012283

Known problem areas

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

Steering

56% · 178 reports

Most commonly citing tie rod assembly and gear box (other than rack and pinion).

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Dodge RAM 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, he suddenly lost control of the steering wheel and crashed into a ditch.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-22

2008 Dodge RAM 2500 had a problem with the steering control due to a faulty part. Consumer states that he received a recall for the part that caused the accident after being told previously there was no faulty part.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-04-01

Suspension

15% · 49 reports

Most commonly citing front and wheel bearing.

CRASH

Air bags

9% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl* the contact owned a 2008 Dodge RAM 2500. While driving approximately 30 MPH through an intersection, a tanker truck made a left turn, causing the contact to drive underneath the passenger side of the tanker truck.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-10

Engine and engine cooling

8% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing exhaust system and diesel.

INJURY
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Multiple times every month obnoxious smell of burning chemicals in cab when dog filter on diesel goes through regen. Chrysler replaced turbo that was sooted shut. Then they wrapped exhaust. Still does it. Makes you sick.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-03-15

Power train

6% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and universal joint.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Death wobbles: I have replaced upper and lower ball joints with problem solvers. Replaced the tie rods and ends.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-27

Also filed under Electrical system

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Dodge RAM 2500. While driving 35 MPH, the driver's side u-joint axle failed, which jammed the steering wheel to the right. The contact crashed the vehicle into a telephone pole.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-04-06

Safety timeline

9 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    2008-01-15Visibility07E104000 Certain curved tempered replacement glass manufactured by hangzhou safety glass ltd and supplied to safelite by auto temp inc., identified as DOT-430, and sold for use on certain domestic and…

    Remedy: Safelite will notify its retail customers and replace the glass free of charge. Retail customers can contact safelite toll free at 1-888-843-2906. Safelite will notify its wholesale customers and…

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    2009-01-26Engine and engine cooling08V641000 Chrysler is recalling 108,429 my 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A silencer pad can sag and contact the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler.

    Remedy: Dealers will add a bracket to support the engine compartment silencer pad adjacent to the EGR cooler. The recall is expected to begin during December 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at…

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    2009-02-16Steering09V005000 Chrysler is recalling 32,782 my 2008-2009 Dodge RAM 2500, 3500 and 3500 cab chassis pickup trucks equipped with powers and sons steering linkage. The steering linkage drag link inner tie rod to…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering linkage drag link inner tie rod end assembly, and inspect the steering linkage damper bracket free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before February…

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    2010-05-24Steering10E013000 Fabtech is recalling certain aftermarket replacement pitman arms, p/nos. Fts93001 and FT44039, installed for use on certain 2003 through 2008 Dodge 2500 4WD, 3500 4WD, and 1500 4WD mega cab vehicles.

    Remedy: Fabtech will notify owners and authorized installers will inspect for defective pitman arm and replace if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on May 24, 2010. Owners may contact…

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    2011-04-04Preliminary evaluationClosed 2012-02-06 Outer Tie Rod Failure
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    2011-10-03Steering11V350000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Dodge RAM 2500/3500 4X4, manufactured from February 14, 2008, through March 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011 Dodge Ram 3500 cab chassis 4X2…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tie rod ends for relative orientation and replace the left outer tie rod as required and perform a front end toe alignment as needed. This service will be performed free of…

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    2014-01-16Steering13V529000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4.…

    Remedy: Chrysler notified owners on January 16, 2014 that dealers would inspect vehicles and replace the steering linkage assembly, if necessary. On or about February 27, 2014, Chrysler ceased its recall…

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    2014-01-17Steering13V528000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4, model year 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis and model year 2006-2008 Dodge RAM 1500…

    Remedy: Chrysler notified owners and launched its recall campaign in January 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N62.

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    2014-10-20Audit queryClosed 2016-05-16 Chrysler's execution of 13V-528 & 529
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    2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and...

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners.

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    2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Dodge RAM 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 178 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 49 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 30 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07E104000 · Visibility
  • Recall 08V641000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 09V005000 · Steering
  • Recall 10E013000 · Steering
  • Recall 11V350000 · Steering
  • Recall 13V529000 · Steering
  • Recall 13V528000 · Steering
  • Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
  • Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2008 Dodge RAM 2500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Dodge RAM 2500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge RAM 2500?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Dodge RAM 2500 have?
9 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.