KnownCarProblems2009 Ram 1500 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Ram 1500, most often about the transmission (24% of complaints). It is 15th of 15 1500 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2009 Ram 1500 problems
Transmission
9 complaints · 24%Parts named most often: axle assembly.
The contact owns a 2009 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the front passengerâs side axle fractured and detached, which caused the front passengerâs side tire to detach. Additionally, the failure caused brake damage, and the front passengerâs side door would not open due to damage done to…
The contact owns a 2009 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that there were two open recalls on the VIN, NHTSA campaign number: 13v038000 (power train) and 17v821000 (power train). The contact scheduled an appointment with a dealer, and the vehicle was repaired under the…
Other or unspecified
7 complaints · 19%Vehicle taken to dealer for fuel tank bracket recall. Was advised by dealer the frame rusted thru and would not go forward with recall. I feel the frame will be a safety problem in near future. Vehicle has 84,000 miles many like vehicles in my area.
The tipm is failing having issues with electrical functions, right side doors locks not working correctly, wipers are not working correctly, AC not working--less than 80,000 miles on my vehicle.
Electrical
6 complaints · 16%The tipm is failing having issues with electrical functions, right side doors locks not working correctly, wipers are not working correctly, AC not working--less than 80,000 miles on my vehicle.
Tipm failure- total integrated power module failed abruptly causing the following symptoms. Abs- break- esp/bas and traction control indicator lights to light. The following systems no longer work- HVAC- blower fan- windshield wipers- door locks and horn are inoperable. No replacement available for a minimum of 35…
Engine
5 complaints · 14%Exhaust manifold bolts snap and creates a loud ticking sound at start up, it idles high then eventually smooths out after it heats up. Was repaired once at dealer under warranty but keeps reoccurring.
Body and structure
4 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: body.
The contact owns a 2009 Ram 1500. While driving at any speed, the contact stated that "it felt like the bed of the vehicle was falling off." the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic in temple hills, md where previous repairs were performed on the vehicle. The technician stated that the failure had nothing to…
Rusted frame, reported to fca 2/19/19 , presented to dealership 2/25/19, I was told they could not lift truck for safety reasons, there is a hole rotted through the frame rail forward of rear tire. This could be an obvious safety issue. I have had the recall done for the gas tank strap, frame rust, the truck is in…
Suspension
4 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: rear.
The contact owns a 2009 Ram 1500. While reversing out of a parking lot and turning to the right, the front driver's side hub detached from the wheel without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the wheel hub assembly separated from the wheel and needed to be replaced.…
Steering
3 complaints · 8%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2009 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.
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
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect.â during the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped with an airbag control unit (acu) for the supplemental restraint system (SRS) electronic control unit (ecu) manufactured by zf-trw. â the ecu receives signals from crash sensors mounted in the vehicle and deploys the vehicle air bags and seat belt pretensioners in accordance with m
Questions about the 2009 Ram 1500
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ram 1500?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (9 complaints); other or unspecified (7 complaints); electrical (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2009 Ram 1500 have?
- 2 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 2009 a bad year for the Ram 1500?
- It is 15th of 15 1500 model years by number of complaints, with 37 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.