2009 Ram 2500
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 178 |
| 2014 | 343 |
| 2015 | 215 |
| 2016 | 259 |
| 2017 | 690 |
| 2018 | 2,578 |
| 2019 | 193 |
| 2020 | 162 |
| 2021 | 108 |
| 2022 | 178 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 58 |
| 2025 | 65 |
| 2026 | 30 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
4 of 5 total reports mention: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
We have experienced the "death wobble" twice now in our 2009 Dodge Ram 2500. It is a documented issue with Dodge trucks and associated with multiple prior recalls.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-21
Also filed under Steering and wheels
I have a 2009 Ram 2500 4WHEEL drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-14
Also filed under Steering
Steering
4 of 5 total reports mention: steering.
Wheels
1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels.
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Engine
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
My truck was running fine then started to skip and lost power. It was dangerous because i was on the interstate and the truck would not go. People were honking and flying ar0und me was very disturbing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-23
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2018-02-28Air bags18V021000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia,...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Ram 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V021000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2009 Ram 2500 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 2009 Ram 2500?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Ram 2500 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.