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2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 487 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500, most often about the transmission (47% of complaints, typically around 60,000 miles). It is 13th of 14 Ram 1500 model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 problems
Transmission
229 complaints · 47%Half of these problems showed up before 60,000 miles. Parts named most often: driveline, automatic transmission, transfer case (4-wheel drive).
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact was driving 55 MPH when a whistling noise emitted from the rear end as the rear tires seized, causing the vehicle to come to a complete stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted and…
While coming down highway 36 into susanville, calif. Our truck started make a odd noise, we could not stop to check it out because of the road, as we came up on an area where wee could look at it got really loud and we heard a thump and the rear axle locked up. We then skid across the road to a pull off area what we…
Engine
74 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 85,500 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system, engine.
As I'm driving,the truck just shuts off when coming to a stop sign or red light for a few weeks now. Today I came with in inches of my life when as I was turning into a driveway it just shut off. On social media I have seen quite a few complaints with this same issue. But yet there are no recalls for this problem.
While driving my 2010 ram, with 85,000, my engine blew without warning as my family and I traveled down the road at 40 MPH into oncoming traffic. There were no warnings whatsoever, no check engine or oil lights, etc. And now I'm told I owe between 4-9 k for a new engine.
Electrical
71 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 87,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, instrument panel.
The remote ignition module has failed and there is no start, no power to ignition switch, vehicle will not start the fob comes out of the ignition, when in the run position, and shorts out the main fuse panel under the hood.
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the key failed to stay locked in the ignition while the vehicle was stationary or in motion. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was confirmed that the vehicle exhibited the same malfunction listed under NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags…
Steering
40 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles.
The vehicle started making a grinding sound, then started jerking right before it abruptly came to a complete stop. Upon getting out of the vehicle to see what had happened, the rear drive shaft was disconnected from the truck and hanging down on the road. We then tried to put the vehicle in neutral and push it off of…
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving at approximately 10 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front lower control arm and rack and pinion were fractured and needed to replaced. The vehicle was repaired but, the…
Fuel system
39 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 55,000 miles. Parts named most often: storage.
Driving up a steep mountain highway when truck lurched violently twice and came to a complete stop in the middle of a switchback corner with a horrible dragging sound and smoke everywhere. The truck would not go forward or backward. Oil and driveline parts were all over the highway. Dented the gas tank (possibly put a…
The contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. While driving 65 MPH over a wooden plank, the contact heard a bump sound. The contact noticed a severe leak from the plastic fuel tank while the vehicle was being refueled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank had a big hole and needed to be…
Suspension
28 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 63,500 miles. Parts named most often: rear.
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving at approximately 10 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front lower control arm and rack and pinion were fractured and needed to replaced. The vehicle was repaired but, the…
While travelling on a highway (straight away) my left front wheel bearing let go causing tire and rotor to disconnect from vehicle causing significant damage. After having the vehicle towed to the nearest dealership they discovered that the front right wheel bearing was in very bad shape, needing replacement. Vehicle…
Other or unspecified
28 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 95,000 miles.
Only put 30,000 miles on this Dodge ram sence I got it and the rear pinion seal was leaking, got it replaced and now it is making a grinding noise so load I am afraid to drive it. The repair shop said it has lots of shavings inside the rear end. Afraid it will lock up and cause serious injury?
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 hemi traveling at highway speed when instantly the gauge cluster started acting erratic. First the tire pressure display said that different tires were showing a multitude of different pressures the gas gauge started flickering between full and empty as well as the stop working of the speedometer…
Body and structure
26 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 70,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
Dashboard cracked in three places all within a couple of weeks. (july 2010) there have been no wrecks or stress placed upon the vehicle before this happened. Dodge should be forced to replace this dashboard because it is defective plus poses an extra hazardous situation if there was a collision, pieces of the…
2/25 I discovered the frame crossmember where one of the two straps which hold up the fuel tank rusted away to the point that the strap has fallen out of the frame. I contacted ram customer care via online chat asking for a repair estimate, if they could verify that the part number I have located can actually rectify…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 recalls
Fuel system: mounting
Risk: If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began may 2, 2018. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is u04.
Full defect summary
Chrysler (fca US llc) is recalling certain 2009-2012 dodge ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "t-slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.
Transmission: 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 rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the btsi, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began february 26, 2018. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is t79.
Full defect summary
Chrysler (fca US llc) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ram 3500 cab chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 ram 1500 and 2010-2017 ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in park may cause the brake transmission shift interlock (btsi) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of park into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Transmission: 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.
Fix: On november 7, 2013 chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In july 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new dodge, jeep, chrysler, or fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on august 31, 2015. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753
Full defect summary
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.
Transmission: 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.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. The recall began on june 17, 2013. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Electrical overstress
Summary
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Questions about the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (229 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles); engine (74 complaints, typically around 85,500 miles); electrical (71 complaints, typically around 87,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 8, 2018 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the Dodge Ram 1500?
- It is 13th of 14 Ram 1500 model years by number of complaints, with 487 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.