1990 Dodge RAM 50
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.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1990
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1990: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
2 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Suspension
1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing.
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Driver's side wheel locked up while driving 70 MPH. This caused the vehicle to spin around to the left on the highway. No injury or crash was reported. Vehicle was towed to a repair shop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-29
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Seat belts
1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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The seat belt for both passangers, does not lock to hold passangers in place in case of sudden impact.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-01
Electrical system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring.
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The engine ground wire was installed incorrectly, causing the sensors to burn out. The ground wire should have have been mounted on the engine block. Instead, it was mounted on the exhaust manifold.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-09
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1995-12-13Seat belts95V103003 The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "Press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to…
Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles…
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Dodge RAM 50 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 95V103003 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1990 Dodge RAM 50 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 1990 Dodge RAM 50?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Dodge RAM 50 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.