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2007 Dodge Ram problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Structure (2) · Visibility:windshield Wiper/Washer (1) · Visibility (1)

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17
Complaints
0
Recalls
4
Service bulletins
1
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

Service bulletins (4)

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.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2013-09-12 · SB-18-009-09REVA · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

jeep/chrysler/dodge: flash; driveability improvements. this bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the powertrain control module (pcm) with new software. *pe updated 11/15/13. *pe

Fuel System, Other:delivery:fuel Pump 2010-02-02 · SB-14-001-10 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

dodge: electronic fuel control actuator (fca) available for service/new diagnostics available for dtc p0251. engine surges at idle or mil illumination. further investigation may identify dtc p0251-cp3 pump regulator control-diesel. if p0251 is present, follow the diagnostics in this sb. if other

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:other Fuel Types:turbo/Supercharger 2009-06-13 · SB-09-002-09 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

dodge: revised diagnostic and repair procedures for dtc p2262-turbocharger boost pressure not detected-mechanical. recent pcm calibration updates have improved the robustness to this dtc through updated diagnostic strategies. *pe

Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System 2007-09-25 · 07037 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

2007 - 2008 (dh/d1) ram truck - cummins 6.7l - excessive exhaust soot accumulation. *nj

What owners report

2024-10-17 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 3,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram. the contact stated when refueling the vehicle, the fuel did not enter the fuel tank as intended, however, the fuel spilled out onto the ground. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the contact was informed that the re…”

2024-08-30 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 256,000 mi · 🔥 fire

“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 and engine cooling); however, the part for the rep…”

2021-09-24 · Visibility:windshield Wiper/Washer · 137,008 mi

“the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that after operating the windshield wipers, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was able to restart but the contact was unable to use the wipers and drive at the same time. the dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approxi…”

2021-09-03 · Engine · 185,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram. the contact stated that while operating the vehicle, exhaust fumes were present inside the cabin of the vehicle. the contact indicated that the failure was caused by the exhaust manifold bolts shearing off, causing exhaust fumes to leak from the exhaust system into the cabin of the vehicle. the vehicle was not yet…”

2012-08-02 · Exterior Lighting:turn Signal:switch · 74,000 mi

“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 09/13/2012 *js…”

2011-09-28 · Power Train · 59,436 mi

“tl* the contact wanted to use the following complaint that was emailed to nhtsa. shift cable on 2007 dodge ram big horn edition comments: my husband and i recently had our ram serviced the plastic yes plastic clamp holding the shift cable either broke or fell off the cable came to rest on the muffler the heat from the muffler burnt the cable and c…”

2011-09-18 · Visibility · 45,000 mi

“multi switch malfuntions while driving with head lights on...the head lights go out..the wipers will quit also. *tt…”

2011-02-08 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic

“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 trailer. the consumer lost control of the truck and …”

2011-01-10 · Equipment · 70,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram. the contact stated that while trying to replace the spare tire he was unable to remove the tire because the flat iron was bent and would not function properly. the vehicle has neither inspected nor repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000. …”

2010-12-16 · Structure · 46,000 mi

“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 on the instrument panel. the vehicle was not inspect…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.

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