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Dodge Ram Wagon problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Ram Wagon from 1991 to 2002: 25 owner complaints and 1 recalls across 8 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1996 (5), 1998 (4), 1999 (4). Best fuel economy: 14 mpg combined (2002).

Dodge Ram Wagon
Photo: Cutlass · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain8
Steering4
Suspension4
Electrical4
Engine & cooling3
Brakes3
Wheels2
Seats2

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199101–
199501–
199605–
199814–
199904–
200004–
20010314
20020314

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Dodge Ram Wagon?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1996 (5), 1998 (4), 1999 (4).

How many recalls has the Dodge Ram Wagon had?

Across 1991–2002, NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).