Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Steering — runs 11.8× the fleet median for that category across the 1655 model-years tracked on this site.
214Complaints
5Recalls
6Crashes
3Fires
5Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Steering (70.1% of complaints) — is covered by 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.
Steering complaints here are 11.8× the median for that category across the 1655 model-years tracked on this site.
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 214 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.… Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL STABILITY IN THE LEFT HAND FRONT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND THE RESTRICTED ABILITY TO TURN THE VEHICLE IN ONE DIRECTION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
What owners report
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V529000 (STEERING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIRS WAS…”NHTSA complaint 10608543 — filed 07/07/2014 · STEERING
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V529000 (STEERING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIRS WAS…”NHTSA complaint 10608506 — filed 07/07/2014 · STEERING
“RECEIVED FIRST N49 NOTICE AND BROUGHT VEHICLE IN FOR 60K SERVICE AND RECALL REPAIR ON 1-15-14. RECALL REPAIR NOT ABLE TO BE COMPLETED. MULTIPLE CALLS…”NHTSA complaint 10607888 — filed 07/02/2014 · STEERING
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500?
Steering issues are the most-reported category, cited in 150 of 214 NHTSA complaints (70.1%), followed by air bags (16), suspension (14), electrical system (9). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500 have?
214 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 6 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, and 5 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500 have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V352000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2009 Dodge RAM 2500's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
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