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#BS-2009-DODRAM-4743

2009 Dodge Ram 1500

Based on reports from 884 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Complaints
884
Crashes
42
Fires
2
Recalls
2
TSBs
40
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 884 complaints, 42 crashes, 2 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

totally integrated power module failure

15 complaints • Severity 8.1/10

$X,XXX
2

broken exhaust manifold bolt

14 complaints • Severity 6.9/10

$X,XXX
3

transmission failure

5 complaints • Severity 8.4/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the DrivetrainHIGH

217 owners reported drivetrain issues — failures commonly reported around 67K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

114
0–30K
194
30–60K
216
60–90K
107
90–120K
50
120–150K
44
150K+

Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (216 reports) • Median: 67K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Drivetrain (217 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Drivetrain217 (25%)
Electrical95 (11%)
Wheels & Tires72 (8%)
Other56 (6%)
Engine53 (6%)
Fuel System43 (5%)
Visibility37 (4%)
Brakes33 (4%)

2009 Dodge Ram 1500: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 25% of all reports filed for the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, with 217 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 66,970 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 67K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, with 95 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Wheels & Tires Issues

Wheels & Tires complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, with 72 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to wheels & tires-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, with 53 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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09
26
10
17
11
71
12
167
13
102
14
191
15
100
16
51
17
46
18
41
19
21
20
16
21
3
22
5
23
3
24
6
25
2
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

12V474000Jun 2013

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, Ram 1500 and Dodge Dakota trucks, manufactured from July 1, 2009, through November 30, 2009, because the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a lack of adhesive.

13V038000Nov 2013

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline that can allow relative motion between the nut and companion flange.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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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. 884 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

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

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2009 Dodge Ram 1500: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 is related to the drivetrain, with 217 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 reliable?
The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 has 884 complaints, 42 crash reports, and 2 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 2009 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 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Dodge Ram 1500 problems start?
Based on 725 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 66,970 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 60–90K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
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.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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