MYRModel Year Report

1993 Dodge RAM 3500

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1993 Dodge RAM 3500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:30:55.257Z

Only 20 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 20 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, 1993 highlighted. 1991: 4 complaints 1991 1992: 10 complaints 1993: 20 complaints 1993 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
1993: 20 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 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

5 of 20 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

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HEADLIGHT SWITCH HAS GONE OUT THREE TIMES. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950104

SUSPENSION

3 of 20 total reports mention: suspension.

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2ND TRUCK NOTICED A LOT OF VIBRATION IN VEHICLE FRONT END WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH AND UP, ALSO REPLACED FRONT TIRE TO NO AVAIL, IN FOR SERVICE 9 TIMES. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950222

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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ABS BRAKES FAILS TO STOP VEHICLE EFFECTIVELY WHEN APPLIED CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING/INOPERATIVE. REPAIRED ONCE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19950210

STEERING

2 of 20 total reports mention: steering.

WHEELS

1 of 20 total reports mentions: wheels.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19930527 — PE (closed 19931229)

POOR BRAKE PERFORMANCE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1993 Dodge RAM 3500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Dodge RAM 3500?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting:headlights:switch, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 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.