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2007 Dodge Ram problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 20 complaints on file for the 2007 Dodge Ram — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

20

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Ram years?

Ram NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted905 complaints1976: 2 complaints1977: 2 complaints1979: 4 complaints1981: 2 complaints1983: 1 complaints1984: 2 complaints1985: 14 complaints1986: 20 complaints1987: 21 complaints1988: 27 complaints1989: 35 complaints1990: 23 complaints1991: 63 complaints1992: 75 complaints1993: 66 complaints1994: 623 complaints1995: 852 complaints1996: 905 complaints1997: 513 complaints1998: 644 complaints1999: 496 complaints2000: 212 complaints2001: 417 complaints2002: 152 complaints2003: 65 complaints2004: 71 complaints2005: 47 complaints2006: 36 complaints2007: 20 complaints2008: 33 complaints2009: 13 complaints2010: 33 complaints2011: 0 complaints
Ram NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Dodge Ram problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission420%
Engine315%
Brakes210%
Lighting210%
Body & Structure210%
Visibility & Wipers210%
Electrical System15%
Suspension15%
Fuel System15%
Tires & Wheels15%
Other15%

Does the 2007 Dodge Ram have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

09E009000Visibility & WipersMarch 13, 2009 · 1,364 units

Defect

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 1,364 WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULES, P/N 55077098AJ, SOLD DURING THE 2008 AND 2009 CALENDAR YEAR FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON MY 2002-2009 DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCKS. THESE WIPER MODULE ASSEMBLIES MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO WATER INTRUSION THAT COULD RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF WINDSHIELD WIPER CAPABILITY.

Consequence

WHEN THE WIPER SYSTEM FAILS, THE OPERATOR WILL HAVE REDUCED VISIBILITY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MODULE ASSEMBLIES WITH VENTED WIPER MOTOR HOUSINGS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

09E001000SteeringJanuary 13, 2009 · 18,000 units

Defect

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 18,000 AFTERMARKET STEERING LINKAGES USED FOR SERVICE ON SOME MY 2003 THROUGH 2008 DODGE RAM HEAVY DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE SUBJECT LINKAGES MAY EXPERIENCE DRAG LINK INNER TIE ROD TO PITMAN ARM BALL STUD FRACTURE, ALSO, THE STEERING LINKAGE DAMPER ATTACHING BRACKET MAY YEILD AND SHIFT ON THE LINKAGE. THE PART NUMBERS OF THE AFFECTED ASSEMBLIES IS 52122362AA THROUGH 52122362AD.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING LINKAGE DRAG LINK INNER TIE ROD END ASSEMBLY, AND INSPECT THE STEERING LINKAGE DAMPER BRACKET FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 6, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

07V413000TransmissionSeptember 12, 2007 · 1,498 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN TWO WHEEL DRIVE TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT YOKE MAY BREAK UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS.

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVESHAFT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

07E066000Electrical SystemAugust 28, 2007 · 175 units

Defect

CERTAIN CEQUENT 90 DEGREE 7-WAY RIGHT ANGLE ADAPTORS SOLD BY DISTRIBUTORS IN TOW PACKAGES FOR AFTERMARKET SALES TO TOW 5TH WHEEL RV TRAVEL TRAILERS. DUE TO INCORRECT WIRING OF THE HARNESS, THE TRAILER LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY.

Consequence

IF THE TRAILER LIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY, A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR.

Remedy

ALL OF THE DEFECTIVE TOW PACKAGES ARE STILL AT THE DISTRIBUTOR LEVEL AND HAVE NOT BEEN SOLD TO ANY CONSUMERS.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE RAM. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY KICKED INTO GEAR. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD POPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. HE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT SPUN INTO A WALL. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. HE ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND PLACE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 18, 2009 · crash

“The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for both an oil change and to have the vehicle serviced for NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags). The contact was later informed that there was another recall on the vehicle for NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V641000 (Engine…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 16, 2024 · fire

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE RAM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH DURING RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS WATER WOULD SEEP THROUGH THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. HE WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHERE IT WAS ACTUALLY ENTERING THE VEHICLE. THE WATER DAMAGED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 1, 2009

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE RAM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER SHE ACTIVATED A TURN SIGNAL, THE OPPOSITE SIGNAL WOULD ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 74,000. UPDATED 09/11/12*LJ UPDATED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · August 2, 2012

“2007 RAM TRUCK. CONSUMER STATES BRAKE MALFUNCTION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HE TOOK THE TRUCK TO THE DEALERSHIP AFTER ALMOST REAR ENDING ANOTHER VEHICLE, BECAUSE THE BRAKE MALFUNCTIONED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. ON DECEMBER 15, 2010, THE BRAKES FAILED AGAIN WHILE HAULING A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 18, 2010

2007 Dodge Ram — common questions

Is the 2007 Dodge Ram reliable?

The record is thin — 20 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2007 Ram problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (4 complaints), engine (3 complaints), brakes (2 complaints).

Does the 2007 Dodge Ram have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Dodge Ram. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Dodge Ram years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Ram years to avoid are 1996, 1995, 1998, 1994, 1997, 1999, 2001, 2000, 2002, 1992, 2004, 1993, 2003, 1991. The cleanest record among Ram years belongs to 2011.

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.