MYRModel Year Report

2003 Dodge RAM VAN

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2003 Dodge RAM VAN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:02:00.744Z

Only 16 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 16 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, 2003 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
2003: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19911
19922
19933
19946
199514
199618
199716
199822
199947
200029
200133
200214
200316

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 DODGE RAM VAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE CONTACT WAS SITTING IN THE VEHICLE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE DASHBOARD THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130606

THIS VEHICLE BELONGS TO VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS. THE VAN HAD AN UNDER HOOD FIRE THAT ORIGINATED IN THE ABS MODULE AREA WHILE PARKED. THE VAN IS DECLARED A "TOTAL LOSS".

NHTSA ODI report, 20080927

VISIBILITY

3 of 16 total reports mention: visibility.

SUSPENSION

2 of 16 total reports mention: suspension.

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FOR 2 DAYS PRIOR TO INCIDENT , NOTICED STEERING WHEEL KEPT CHANGING ORIENTATION WHILE DRIVING IN A STRAIGHT LINE. A LOT OF GROANING AND CREAKING NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT SUSPENSION IN RIGHT TURNS AS WELL AS VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131225

STEERING

2 of 16 total reports mention: steering.

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FOR 2 DAYS PRIOR TO INCIDENT , NOTICED STEERING WHEEL KEPT CHANGING ORIENTATION WHILE DRIVING IN A STRAIGHT LINE. A LOT OF GROANING AND CREAKING NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT SUSPENSION IN RIGHT TURNS AS WELL AS VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131225

POWER TRAIN

2 of 16 total reports mention: power train.

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THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICE 4 TIMES FOR PROBLEMS WITH THE SHIFTING GEARS. (ROADTREK RECREATIONAL VEHICLE). *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030404

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20021106 — PE (closed 20030423)

SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Dodge RAM VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Dodge RAM VAN?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Dodge RAM VAN have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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