2002 Dodge Ram Pickup: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup: 1 recall, 22 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #07V555000 · 2007 · 576,418 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system May become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
Why it matters: Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
The fix: Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during January 2008.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (8): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (6): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (3).
- Airbags (4): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2).
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
The 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup has 22 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 11 Ram Pickup model years for complaints (1.6× the average Ram Pickup year). Complaints peaked in 2003 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 49,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (20 complaints, 0 recalls), 2003 (14 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (8), transmission & drivetrain (6), airbags (4).
Where can I get a 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup repair manual?
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