MYRModel Year Report

2002 Dodge RAM VAN

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2002 Dodge RAM VAN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:02:04.890Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge RAM VAN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 6 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 16 complaints 1998: 22 complaints 1998 1999: 47 complaints 2000: 29 complaints 2000 2001: 33 complaints 2002: 14 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003
2002: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19911
19922
19933
19946
199514
199618
199716
199822
199947
200029
200133
200214
200316

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

3 of 14 total reports mention: steering.

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ON 8/8/14, A LOUD BANGING SOUND OCCURRED WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS AND RAILROAD TRACKS WHILE DRIVING TO WORK. AT THAT TIME, STOPPED DRIVING VAN UNTIL WERE ABLE TO TAKE IT TO BETTENHAUSEN CHRYSLER JEEP IN TINLEY PARK, IL. ON 8/14/14.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140828

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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FIRE IN DASHBOARD

NHTSA ODI report, 20040130

STRUCTURE

2 of 14 total reports mention: structure.

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TOOK VAN IN FOR INSPECTION AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENTIRE FRAME HAD RUST ISSUES. WAS TOLD THE FRONT FRAME WAS SO BAD I SHOULD JUST PARK IT AS THAT ANYTHING FROM THE RADIATOR TO THE ENGINE COULD JUST FALL OUT WITH ONE GOOD JOLT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150210

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

STRUCTURE

1 of 14 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20021106 — PE (closed 20030423)

SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE

R 20071224 — power train

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" POSIT

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.

Campaign 07V555000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Dodge RAM VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V555000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Dodge RAM VAN 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 VAN?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Dodge RAM VAN have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.