1991 Dodge RAM 3500

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1991 Dodge RAM 3500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:30:49.715Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge RAM 3500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1991 highlighted. 1991: 4 complaints 1991 1992: 10 complaints 1993: 20 complaints 1994: 70 complaints 1994 1995: 108 complaints 1996: 124 complaints 1997: 125 complaints 1997 1998: 105 complaints 1999: 104 complaints 2000: 58 complaints 2000 2001: 130 complaints 2002: 44 complaints 2003: 286 complaints 2003 2004: 214 complaints 2005: 196 complaints 2006: 257 complaints 2006 2007: 208 complaints 2008: 173 complaints 2009: 105 complaints 2009 2010: 150 complaints 2011: 223 complaints 2012: 365 complaints 2012
1991: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19914
199210
199320
199470
1995108
1996124
1997125
1998105
1999104
200058
2001130
200244
2003286
2004214
2005196
2006257
2007208
2008173
2009105
2010150
2011223
2012365

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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THE BRACKET THAT HOLDS UP THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL BROKE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951213

STEERING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

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STEERING WHEEL BROKE OFF IN OCCUPANTS HAND AFTER BEING LOOSE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950329

STEERING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 95V089000 (STEERING).

NHTSA ODI report, 20190719

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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THE BRACKET THAT HOLDS UP THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL BROKE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951213

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19930527 — PE (closed 19931229)

POOR BRAKE PERFORMANCE

I 19950119 — PE (closed 19950511)

STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Dodge RAM 3500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Dodge RAM 3500 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 3500?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Dodge RAM 3500 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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