1992 Dodge RAM

▲ Better than typical

1992 Dodge RAM
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:33:43.596Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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

1992: 63 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1981	2
1983	1
1984	2
1985	10
1986	18
1987	18
1988	22
1989	28
1990	23
1991	52
1992	63
1993	56
1994	481
1995	612
1996	625
1997	398
1998	483
1999	366
2000	147
2001	318
2002	116
2003	53
2004	58
2005	40
2006	25
2007	17
2008	25
2009	9
2010	27
2011	0

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SERVICE BRAKES 17%

17% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 14%

14% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel pump and injectors.

FIRE

STEERING 14%

14% of complaints: steering — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gear box (other than rack and pinion) and steering wheel/handle bar.

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THE STEERING COLUMN IS NOT MOBILE WHILE DRIVING. DRIVER HAS TO MOVE IT BACK AND FORTH INTERMITTENTLY IN ORDER TO SEE THE DASHBOARD. STEERING COLUMN FLOPS UP AND DOWN. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031010

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and shift pattern indicator.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 11%

11% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cruise control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19920306 — equipment

THE TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS CERITIFICATION LABEL MAY HAVE INCORRECT INFORMATION.

Remedy: AN OVERLAY OF THE CORRECT TIRE AND RIM SELECTION INFORMATION CERTIFICATE WILL BE PROVIDED.

Campaign 92V005000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19930422 — PE (closed 19930831)

ROLL-OVER/VENT VALVE LEAK

R 19940610 — fuel system, gasoline

BOSCH DISTRIBUTOR-TYPE FUEL PUMPS HAVE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT THAT CAN CAUSE THE BALL PIN, WHICH IS PART OF THE PUMP'S CONTROL LEVER ASSEMBLY, TO BREAK CAUSING THE LINK BETWEEN THE CONTROL SLEEVE AND

Remedy: THE FUEL PUMPS WILL BE INSPECTED, AND IF NECESSARY, REPAIRED OR REPLACED.

Campaign 93E034001 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Dodge RAM — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (9 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for steering issues (9 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 92V005000 (equipment) has been completed.
Verify recall 93E034001 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2005 ▲ 1991 ▲ 2003

WORST YEARS

■ 1996 ■ 1995 ■ 1998

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FAQ

Is the 1992 Dodge RAM reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Dodge RAM is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Dodge RAM?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge RAM have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

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