repaired · 2019 Q3
Tank assembly: mounting
Risk. If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result.
2010 Dodge RAM 1500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 488 owner complaints about the 2010 Dodge RAM 1500, most often about the power train. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-160 the manufacturer reports only 44% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 19, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2010 Dodge RAM 1500 has problems
488 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
229Power train13 crash/fire/injury
71Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
62Engine3 crash/fire/injury
41Steering1 crash/fire/injury
29Suspension
28Fuel/propulsion system
26Structure
14Air bags
13Service brakes
9220 other systems8 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 229 | 13 |
| Electrical system | 71 | 3 |
| Engine | 62 | 3 |
| Steering | 41 | 1 |
| Suspension | 29 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 28 | 0 |
| Structure | 26 | 2 |
| Air bags | 14 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 13 | 0 |
| 20 other systems | 92 | 8 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2010 Dodge RAM 1500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Lever and linkage: column shift
Risk. Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle…
repaired · 2015 Q2
Driveline: differential unit
Risk. If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
no report yet
Driveline: differential unit
Risk. If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Dodge.
Mileage at failure
When do power train problems start?
60kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 150 power train complaints. 77% were reported before 100,000 miles.
24under 30k miles115under 100k miles35100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2010 vs. every other RAM 1500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the RAM 1500 median. How we score
'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'14
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2010 Dodge RAM 1500, and the recalls they led to.
- Electrical overstressLed to recall 20V-024
In owners' words
What RAM 1500 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driveshaft detached. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V038000 (Power Train) however, the part to complete the recall repair was not…
During unrelated work, a mechanic discovered the retaining ring for recall N08 (rear axle pinion nut) was not installed and the pinion nut was loose enough to turn by hand. He stated the recall had either been performed incorrectly or not at all, and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The recall…
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 truck purchased used late May 2025 with 57000 miles. Late August 2025 with 60000 miles rear axle fell off when driving on Freeway at 60 miles per hour. Very serious accident was narrowly avoided as could not steer vehicle.Truck was serviced at dealership for recall of a pinion…
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