The 1994 Dodge Ram has 25 recalls, the most serious covering multiple fire risks: the ignition switch and wiring can overheat from extended blower motor use, transmission fluid can spray onto the exhaust manifold if a connector melts, and the fuel system can leak in a rear-end collision or rollover.
Several recalls involve the front suspension track bar, where the bar itself, its bracket, or its attachment to the axle can loosen or fail, causing front axle vibration and loss of steering control. A related structural concern affects diesel and V10 models, where the front suspension spring and shock towers can crack and eventually separate from the frame; if the left tower breaks free, it can damage the rear brake lines. On diesel models, the throttle cable can fray or break, cutting power without warning. The steering column lower shaft can also separate from the upper shaft, causing sudden total loss of steering.
Two separate recalls address a hood that may not stay closed: the secondary latch rod can bind and fail to engage, and on some trucks the secondary latch return spring can corrode away entirely, either condition allowing the hood to fly open and block the driver's view. The front passenger seatbelt buckle can shatter internally and release the belt in a crash, and the seat back recliner latch can remain in the released position, reducing protection in a sudden stop. The right outside mirror on some trucks uses convex glass instead of flat, making objects appear farther away than they are. On Ram 3500 models, the headlamp switch can overheat and eventually fail. Two lower-severity recalls
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What can fail
The throttle cable can fray or break, potentially causing loss of throttle control and engine power.
What the fix does
The throttle control cable and upper bell crank lever will be replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The hood's secondary latch spring can corrode, making the secondary latch stop working. If the main hood latch isn't engaged, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving, blocking your view.
What the fix does
The secondary hood latch will be replaced with a new one that uses a stainless steel spring that resists corrosion.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The ignition switch and wiring can overheat when the blower motor runs on high for extended periods, causing high electrical current to flow through them. This overheating may lead to a vehicle fire.
What the fix does
A relay and overlay harness will be installed. The ignition switch and wiring will be inspected and replaced if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Front suspension spring/shock towers can crack and separate from the frame. If the left tower separates, it may damage rear brake lines, reducing braking pressure and increasing stopping distance.
What the fix does
Cracked towers will be replaced with reinforced towers. Uncracked towers will receive added weld reinforcement.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Under heavy loads climbing steep grades in four-wheel drive, exhaust heat near the hydraulic clutch line may exceed the line's temperature limit, causing it to rupture and potentially ignite fluid on the hot exhaust.
What the fix does
The hydraulic clutch line will be modified to prevent melting from exhaust system heat.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The headlamp switch operates under high current, causing internal temperatures to exceed what the lubricating grease can withstand. The grease breaks down, increasing resistance and eventually causing switch failure.
What the fix does
Replace the headlamp switch and add a relay to the park lamp wiring circuit to protect the headlamps and park lamps.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The evaporative canister may leak charcoal into the engine through the purge system. This can cause the vehicle to fail emissions testing.
What the fix does
The evaporative canister and purge solenoid will be replaced with improved versions.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The fuel tank's rollover valve may leak liquid fuel onto the ground in certain conditions. If an ignition source is present, a fire could occur.
What the fix does
The fuel tank rollover valve will be replaced with a float-type rollover valve.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The crankcase ventilation elbow is installed on the wrong valve cover, causing crankcase gases to be returned to the engine incorrectly and resulting in excess emissions.
What the fix does
The breather elbows will be moved from one valve cover to the other valve cover to properly meter crankcase gases.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
In some vehicles, transmission fluid can get hot enough to melt the connector holding the fluid line to the transmission. If this happens, the line disconnects and hot fluid sprays onto the exhaust manifold, which can cause a fire.
What the fix does
The connectors on the high-temperature transmission fluid cooler line will be replaced with stainless steel retainers that withstand higher heat.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The plastic pins and metal clip holding the steering column's lower shaft together may break, causing the lower shaft to separate from the upper shaft and result in loss of steering control.
What the fix does
A restraining sleeve will be installed on the intermediate shaft to limit how far the steering column shaft can move if the pins and clip break.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The secondary hood latch rod can get stuck on its guide bracket, preventing the secondary latch from engaging. If the primary latch also fails to engage, the hood may not stay securely closed.
What the fix does
The hood latch bracket will be replaced with a design that prevents binding.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The right side mirror has curved glass instead of flat glass, which reduces the mirror's field of view and doesn't meet safety standards.
What the fix does
The right side mirror will be replaced with one that has a flat glass surface.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
In a severe crash, the passenger side seat belt latch plate can shatter and shift, causing the seat belt to release.
What the fix does
The seat belt cinch bar is replaced with a nylon version that crushes and stays in place during impact.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The cinch bar in the passenger-side safety belt buckle can shatter, causing the safety belt to release unexpectedly.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the cinch bar with a redesigned part that prevents shattering.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The front suspension track bar bracket may weaken over time and crack if the truck carries heavy loads. This could cause front axle vibration and make steering harder to control.
What the fix does
A reinforcement strut will be installed on the front suspension track bar bracket to strengthen it.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The front suspension track bar bracket may crack or fail due to inadequate strength, causing vibration in the front axle.
What the fix does
A reinforcement strut will be installed on the front suspension track bar bracket to strengthen it.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
During rollover testing, the fuel tank filler hose and nipple can be damaged, causing fuel to leak beyond acceptable limits.
What the fix does
A reinforcement bracket will be installed on the undercarriage to protect the fuel tank filler hose and nipple from damage.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The fuel system may not be adequately protected in a rear-impact collision, failing to meet federal safety standards for fuel containment.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a reinforcement bracket on the left frame rail to strengthen the fuel system protection.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The front suspension track bar may wear out over time and break, which could cause the front axle to vibrate and make steering harder to control.
What the fix does
The front suspension track bar will be replaced with a new one.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front suspension track bar may crack or break due to insufficient strength to handle repeated stress and movement.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front suspension track bar with a new one.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The seat back latch lever can stick or bind because the rivet holding the pivot point may distort, preventing the latch from working properly.
What the fix does
The seat back latch assembly will be replaced with a revised assembly that corrects the pivot rivet issue.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The rivets holding the seat back latch lever can bend or distort. When this happens, the latch lever gets stuck in the released position instead of staying locked.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the damaged seat back latch assembly with a new, corrected one.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front suspension track bar attachment to the axle may loosen, which can cause front axle vibration and reduce steering control.
What the fix does
The front suspension track bar attachment to the axle will be tightened to the correct torque specification.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The front suspension track bar may not be securely fastened to the axle, potentially causing it to loosen.
What the fix does
The front suspension track bar attachment to the axle will be tightened to the proper specification.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
