MYRModel Year Report

1997 Dodge RAM Pickup

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1997 Dodge RAM Pickup
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:43:19.845Z

Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
17

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1992: 3 complaints 1992 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 17 complaints 1997 17 1998: 18 complaints 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2001: 20 complaints 2001 2002: 22 complaints 2003: 14 complaints 2003
1992: 3 complaints 1992 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 17 complaints 1997 17 1998: 18 complaints 1998 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 20 complaints 2001 2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 14 complaints 2003
1992: 3 complaints 1992 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 17 complaints 1997 17 1998: 18 complaints 1998 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 20 complaints 2001 2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 14 complaints 2003

1997: 17 complaints

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YearComplaints
19923
19942
19957
19966
199717
199818
199933
20008
200120
200222
200314

Known problem areas

Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

5 of 17 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and body.

Show complaint excerpts

Driver side door sheet metal cracked where latch mechanism is attached.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-04-25

Every time it rains, I have standing water in the cab of the truck on the passenger side. I have had this problem "Repaired" 4 times, and it hads occured again.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-04-07

Vehicle speed control

2 of 17 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

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While driving at any speed up hill and no with warning transmission will decelerate even when foot is on accelerator, and it will be hard for the consumer to control vehicle. Dealer notified. Ts.....

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-08

Steering

2 of 17 total reports mention: steering.

Suspension

2 of 17 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing coil springs.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 17 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and engine.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1997 Dodge RAM Pickup — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Structure: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup 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 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Dodge RAM Pickup have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.