2002 Dodge Ram Club Cab problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Visibility (1) · Suspension (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:rotor (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (15)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
Showing the 6 most recent of 15 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2010-02-28 · Visibility“i purchased my 2002 dodge ram club cab last summer out of oregon the previous owner failed to mention it had this issue with the heating system so unfortunately i do not know the mileage at which it failed or if they had attempted previous repairs. my 2002 dodge ram 1500 quad cab heating system has failed. only heats on passenger side and will fog…”
2006-09-03 · Suspension · 69,000 mi“transmission will not shift into first gear when putting in drive. feels like it's starting off in third gear or something. works if you put it in first gear, or second, just not drive. it happened all at once for no reason. also air conditioning only works when moving. if you stop it doesn't work. i have had the freon checked and is okay. a…”
2004-09-14 · Air Bags:frontal · 50,000 mi“the clock spring was defective and the warranty did not cover this -part. the air bag light is on. no recall received. *jb…”
2004-08-13 · Power Train:driveline:universal Joint · 38,000 mi“u joint failed at rear axle after 38,000 miles. *ak…”
2004-07-21 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:rotor · 16,000 mi“the vehicle's front end shakes when applying the brakes. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and the rotors were found to be defective, and repaired. the vehicle was taken back this week for the same problem. the manufacturer was contacted and there are no recalls to date. *la …”
2003-03-08 · Electrical System · 31,151 mi“check engine light on -- ran on drb iii found diagnostic trouble codes set for p1698 no ccd, j1850 message from tcm cleared all diagnostic trouble codes reset all values and road test for 150 miles *** right front of vehicle scraped (had paint from another vehicle) * rental 02/10/03 - 02/17/03. *nlm…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.