MYRModel Year Report

2009 Dodge RAM 2500

● Typical for this model
2009 Dodge RAM 2500
BUILT 2026-08-02

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge RAM 2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 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: 468 complaints 2002: 155 complaints 2003: 661 complaints 2003 2004: 579 complaints 2005: 422 complaints 2006: 668 complaints 2006 2007: 361 complaints 2008: 317 complaints 2009: 214 complaints 2009 2010: 236 complaints 2011: 297 complaints 2012: 282 complaints 2012
2009: 214 complaints
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YearComplaints
199116
199232
199339
1994168
1995267
1996291
1997213
1998225
1999313
2000211
2001468
2002155
2003661
2004579
2005422
2006668
2007361
2008317
2009214
2010236
2011297
2012282

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 70%

70% of complaints: steering — 150 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 20-60 MPH, the front end of the vehicle, the steering column, and the steering wheel were shuddering significantly.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230913

I JUST PURCHASED A 2009 DODGE RAM POWER WAGON 2500. I'VE BEEN DRIVING IT FOR ABOUT 10-14 DAYS NOW. (THIS IS MY 7TH RAM!) I IMMEDIATELY NOTICED A DIFFERENT FEEL IN THE STEERING WHEEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090313

AIR BAGS 7%

7% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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DODGE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PROBLEMS WITH THE AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE CLOCKSPRING WAS REPLACED ON THREE SEPERATE OCCASIONS, BUT THERE IS STILL A RECURRING PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20180409

SUSPENSION 7%

7% of complaints: suspension — 14 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4%

4% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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INITAL PROBLEM, FUSE BOX FIRE - 2020 REPEATED PROBLEM AGAIN IN 2020, 2021, 2023

NHTSA ODI report, 20230330

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, the headlights flashed off and on, and the battery failed to remain charged.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240918

STEERING 3%

3% of complaints: steering — 7 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20090216 — steering

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 PITMA

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 1

Campaign 09V005000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20110404 — PE (closed 20120206)

Outer Tie Rod Failure

R 20111003 — steering

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, MANUFACTUR

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 C

Campaign 11V350000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20140116 — steering

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. Th

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 rem

Campaign 13V529000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20141020 — AQ (closed 20160516)

Chrysler's execution of 13V-528 & 529

R 20150608 — air bags

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.

Campaign 15V313000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20170327 — air bags

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.

Campaign 16V352000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Dodge RAM 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (150 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09V005000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V350000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 13V529000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V313000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V352000 (air bags) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1992 ▲ 1993 ▲ 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ■ 2003 ■ 2004

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FAQ

Is the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500 is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.