2002 Dodge RAM Pickup
Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2002
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2002: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 14 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
8 of 22 total reports mention: structure.
Power train
6 of 22 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing column shift and transfer case (4-wheel drive).
Air bags
4 of 22 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving at approximately 35 MPH, vehicle went off the road and hit a tree stump. Front air bags did not deploy, and there was no indication before the crash that there was a problem with the air bags.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-01
While driving at 20/30 MPH, vehicle was in a frontal collision and none of the airbags deployed upon impact. Please provide more details.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-30
While driving at 50 MPH the vehicle was involved in a frontal collision. Upon impact neither the passenger nor driver side air bag deployed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-01
Electrical system
3 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.
Show complaint excerpts
After having vehicle repaired by Dodge dealer ship interior dashboard wiring has caused dashboard fire. Dealer does not have a solution on why dashboard fires are occurring.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-02
Visibility
1 of 22 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2002-12-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-05-15 Rear axle failure
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2007-12-24Power train07V555000 On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "Park"…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during January 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Buy-smart checklist
2002 Dodge RAM Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V555000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2002 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 2002 Dodge RAM Pickup?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 Dodge RAM Pickup 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.