MYRModel Year Report

2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB

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2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:47:54.408Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge RAM Quad CAB Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2001: 118 complaints 2001 2002: 206 complaints 2002 2003: 122 complaints 2003
2003: 122 complaints
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YearComplaints
2001118
2002206
2003122

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STRUCTURE 38%

38% of complaints: structure — 46 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and frame and members.

INJURY
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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, 20150118

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. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120617

SERVICE BRAKES 20%

20% of complaints: service brakes — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH FIRE
SUSPENSION 11%

11% of complaints: suspension — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and shock absorber.

CRASH INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing column and pump.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20040826 — EA (closed 20051222)

FALSE PARK

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Dodge RAM Quad CAB — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (46 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (25 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (13 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.