2009 Dodge RAM 5500
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 40 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
5 of 7 total reports mention: steering.
Suspension
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 (Na) Dodge RAM 5500. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle suddenly made a sharp right turn causing the driver to lose control and crash into a parked vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-04
Also filed under Air bags
Engine
1 of 7 total reports mentions: engine.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Dodge RAM 5500. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle unexpectedly ignited into massive flames. The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. The cause of failure was not determined.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-08
Air bags
1 of 7 total reports mentions: air bags.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2015-05-12Steering13V527000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured February 20, 2007, through December 22, 2012. The left tie rod assembly may break.
Remedy: On May 19, 2015 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners…
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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
2009 Dodge RAM 5500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V527000 · Steering
- Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2009 Dodge RAM 5500 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 2009 Dodge RAM 5500?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 71% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge RAM 5500 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.