MYRModel Year Report

2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB

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2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:50.021Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
122
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Structure

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

2001: 118 complaints 2001 2002: 206 complaints 2002 2003: 122 complaints 2003 122
2001: 118 complaints 2001 2002: 206 complaints 2002 2003: 122 complaints 2003 122
2001: 118 complaints 2001 2002: 206 complaints 2002 2003: 122 complaints 2003 122

2003: 122 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2001118
2002206
2003122

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Structure

38% · 46 reports

Most commonly citing body and frame and members.

INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Driver was using grab bar to pull self up into vehicle when the grab bar broke suddenly and pulled out of the vehicle without warning. This caused driver to fall and suffer a fractured hamate bone in the wrist and chronic shoulder pain.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-18

Severely cracked dashboard which poses a danger in the event of a collision requires attention and/or possible recall for repair. Vehicle less than ten years old showing damage, with proper maintenance and care.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-17

Service brakes

20% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHFIRE

Suspension

11% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing front and shock absorber.

CRASHINJURY

Electrical system

9% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.

Steering

9% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing column and pump.

FIRE

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2004-08-26Engineering analysisClosed 2005-12-22 False park

Buy-smart checklist

2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 46 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 13 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB 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 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB 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.