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1991 Dodge Ram 1500Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 8 owners and 0 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
8
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Recalls
0
TSBs
1
✅

Preliminary Verdict

Green Light

Based on 8 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 recalls.

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulatorHIGH

1 owners reported electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator issues.

!Inspect the Engine And Engine Cooling:engineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator (1 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator1 (13%)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine1 (13%)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline1 (13%)
Exterior Lighting:headlights:high/low Beam Dimmer Switch1 (13%)
Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly1 (13%)
Fuel System1 (13%)
Steering1 (13%)
Speed Control1 (13%)

1991 Dodge Ram 1500: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator Issues

Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine Issues

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine and engine cooling:engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline Issues

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Exterior Lighting:headlights:high/low Beam Dimmer Switch Issues

Exterior Lighting:headlights:high/low Beam Dimmer Switch complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to exterior lighting:headlights:high/low beam dimmer switch-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

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NHTSA Defect Investigations (4)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

EA92045ClosedOpened Dec 1992 · closed Nov 1993

MASTER CYLINDER FAILURE

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

PE92072ClosedOpened Aug 1992 · closed Dec 1992

MASTER CYLINDER FAILURE

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

PE93054ClosedOpened May 1993 · closed Dec 1993

POOR BRAKE PERFORMANCE

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

PE95004ClosedOpened Jan 1995 · closed May 1995

STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION

STEERING

The worst model year for the Dodge Ram 1500 is the 2002 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 8 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 0 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.

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1991 Dodge Ram 1500: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500?
The most commonly reported issue with the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500 is related to the electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator, with 1 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500 reliable?
The 1991 Dodge Ram 1500 has 8 complaints, 0 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 1991 Dodge Ram 1500 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500 have any recalls?
No recalls have been issued for the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500 according to NHTSA records.
What mileage do Dodge Ram 1500 problems start?
Mileage data is limited for this vehicle. The full report analyzes available data to identify failure patterns by mileage range.
When was the 1991 Dodge Ram 1500 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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