7 recalls across 7 model years
The Dodge Ram Wagon has 7 recalls spanning the 1983-1998 production run, with the most serious being a 1998 model year airbag issue where an impact to the electronic control module under the driver's seat can cause the airbag to deploy without warning, potentially injuring the driver or a passenger.
The 1988 model year has an equally rated concern: the automatic transmission park sprag rod assembly can stick in the disengaged position, preventing the transmission from fully locking in park and allowing the vehicle to roll freely. On 1983 models, a defective ignition switch can activate the starter motor while the key is in the accessory position. If the transmission is in gear and the parking brake is not set, the unexpected starter engagement can cause the vehicle to lurch forward. The remaining recalls are compliance issues with no safety consequence described. The 1996 model year has incorrect tire and wheel size information on the certification label, as does the 1991 model year, where the label overstates the minimum front tire and wheel size required. The 1993 model year has an emission label specifying the wrong spark plug, and the 1989 model year has a defective evaporative emissions canister that fails to meet emissions standards.
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Top 5 of 5 categories across DODGE RAM WAGON
| Component | Recalls | Share | Critical | High | Medium | Low | Informational |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 1 | 14% | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 14% | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 14% | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 43% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Component categories are grouped from raw recall data and may not match manufacturer terminology exactly.
