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1995 Dodge Ram 2500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 1995 Dodge Ram 2500 sits mid-pack among Ram 2500 years: 354 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 361, with a single recall and 6 closed investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (77), transmission (49), and speed control (39), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

354

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

6

Investigations

31

Crash-involved

20

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other Ram 2500 years?

Ram 2500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted903 complaints1991: 16 complaints1992: 43 complaints1993: 55 complaints1994: 210 complaints1995: 354 complaints1996: 365 complaints1997: 275 complaints1998: 310 complaints1999: 422 complaints2000: 269 complaints2001: 561 complaints2002: 210 complaints2003: 866 complaints2004: 755 complaints2005: 541 complaints2006: 903 complaints2007: 506 complaints2008: 405 complaints2009: 261 complaints2010: 309 complaints2011: 389 complaints2012: 385 complaints
Ram 2500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Dodge Ram 2500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes7722%
Transmission4914%
Speed Control3911%
Electrical System298%
Fuel System288%
Tires & Wheels278%
Suspension257%
Steering154%
Engine134%
Lighting123%
Body & Structure93%
Airbags72%
Trailer Hitch62%
Other51%
Latches & Locks51%
Seat Belts41%
Visibility & Wipers31%
Seats10%

Does the 1995 Dodge Ram 2500 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E024000EngineMarch 15, 2006 · 44,386 units

Defect

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT K&N FUEL PERFORMANCE KITS, P/NOS. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, AND 57-1530. ALSO, A SMALL PERCENTAGE OF THESE KITS WERE SOLD UNDER THE MOPAR PERFORMANCE PARTS BRAND NAME (P/NOS. P5007069 AND P5007070). ALL KITS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 20, 1999, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 23, 2004. THESE ASSEMBLIES WERE MANUFACTURED AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN DODGE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SUVS. A SMALL PIECE OF MATERIAL FROM THE TUBE WALL COULD BE SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE THROTTLE BODY, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO BECOME JAMMED IN THE OPEN POSITION.

Consequence

A JAMMED OPEN THROTTLE COULD CAUSE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH OR INCREASED STOPING DISTANCES WHEN BRAKING.

Remedy

K&N WILL PROVIDE OWNERS WITH A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 20, 2006.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“SOUND PAD TO CLOSE TO THE EXAUST PIPE HEADER ON 5.9 CUM. DIESEL ENGINE. BRAKES ARE VERY BAD IF YOU HAVE TO STOP QUICK. FROUNT WHEELS LOCK UP IN NORMAL BRAKING ON WET ROAD AND IN HARD STOPS WITH A LOAD OR TRAILER REAR BRAKES ARE WORTHLESS. TRANS MISSION LINES RUB TOGETHER WEARING HOLES IN THE IN THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 18, 2000 · crash

“SOUND PAD TO CLOSE TO THE EXAUST PIPE HEADER ON 5.9 CUM. DIESEL ENGINE. BRAKES ARE VERY BAD IF YOU HAVE TO STOP QUICK. FROUNT WHEELS LOCK UP IN NORMAL BRAKING ON WET ROAD AND IN HARD STOPS WITH A LOAD OR TRAILER REAR BRAKES ARE WORTHLESS. TRANS MISSION LINES RUB TOGETHER WEARING HOLES IN THE IN THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 18, 2000 · crash

“HAD JUST STARTED VEHICLE UP. LEFT VEHICLE FOR AWHILE. COULD HEAR ENGINE REVVING/RACING VERY FAST & HIGH IN GARAGE. VEHICLE MOVED & PINNED OWNER AGAINST GARAGE WALL. *AK ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 17, 1999 · crash

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH BELOW THE STEERING COLUMN BURNED. THEREWAS A CLOSED INVESTIGATION , EA99027 AND RECALL # 00V135000 RELATING TO THIS FAILURE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 14, 2007 · fire

“THE ENGINE STARTED WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN GEAR AND NO ONE IN THE VEHICLE, STARTER WOULD NOT DISENGAGE AND THE HEATING ELEMENT ON THE INTAKE EXPLODED AND CAUGHT FIRE. THIS IS UNBELIEVABLE WITH ALL THE SAFETY EQUIPMENT TODAY. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 1, 1999 · crash · fire

1995 Dodge Ram 2500 — common questions

Is the 1995 Dodge Ram 2500 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Ram 2500: 354 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and 6 investigations on file.

What are the most common 1995 Ram 2500 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (77 complaints), transmission (49 complaints), speed control (39 complaints).

Does the 1995 Dodge Ram 2500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1995 Dodge Ram 2500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1995 Dodge Ram 2500 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 6 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Dodge Ram 2500 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Ram 2500 years to avoid are 2006, 2003, 2004, 2001, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009. The cleanest record among Ram 2500 years belongs to 1991.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.