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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2009 Ram 1500 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Power train | 1 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Mar 8, 201818V160000 | Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assemblyIf the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V160000
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| Dec 20, 201717V821000 | Power train: automatic transmission lever and linkageBeing able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that… DetailsHide details for campaign 17V821000
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Owner complaints by component37
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 9 | 24 |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 19 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 16 |
| Engine | 5 | 14 |
| Suspension | 4 | 11 |
| Structure | 4 | 11 |
| Steering | 3 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 5 |
| Visibility | 1 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3 |
| Wheels | 1 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 3 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Power train
“The contact owns a 2009 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that there were two open recalls on the VIN, NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V038000 (Power Train) and 17V821000 (Power…”
- Suspension
“I bought this 2009 Dodge ram Laramie about a year ago been riding like new but 4 days ago starting to hear a bad whining noise from the rear end and I see this truck had a recall on the pinion nut I think it's coming…”
- Visibility
“The contact owns a 2009 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the air conditioner, heater, and defogger were inoperable. The climate control warning light was not illuminated.”
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2009 Ram 1500 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Ram 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2009 Ram 1500. The most recent, 18V160000 (reported March 8, 2018), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Ram 1500?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 37 filed with NHTSA (24%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Ram 1500?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ram dealer.
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