1998 Dodge Ram 2500

19 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 1998 Dodge Ram 2500

Official recalls have been issued for the 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Dodge service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Dodge customer service.

  1. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Replacement Headlamps/Amber Reflector

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 11, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    42,540

  2. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Aftermarket Combination Lamps

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 07, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    16,270

  4. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamps/Missing Amber Side Reflectors

    Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 11, 2008
    Vehicles Affected
    1,921

  5. RECALL: Chassis Tie Rods

    If this condition remains undetected, the bolt can eventually unseat completely, causing the affected wheel to disengage from the steering mechanism, possibly resulting in a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 28, 2008
    Vehicles Affected
    5,700

  6. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflectors

    Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 29, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    87,745

  7. RECALL: Replacement Air Intake Systems/Debris Can Enter

    A jammed open throttle could cause unintended acceleration of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash or increased stoping distances when braking. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 15, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    44,386

  8. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/ABS Module Corrosion

    This may allow development of a short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 12, 2004
    Vehicles Affected
    44,588

  9. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/Throttle Linkage

    This could potentially result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 14, 2002
    Vehicles Affected
    97,500

  10. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/Clockspring Material

    When this occurs, the material could interfere with the clockspring ribbon and cause an open circuit. The driver air bag system will become disabled, and the air bag warning lamp will illuminate on the instrument ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 08, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    216,100

  11. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/Hood Latch

    If the primary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 12, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    701,000

  12. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/Trailer Hitch Bracket

    Brackets built without proper material could fatigue and fracture in the area where the trailer hitch mounts to the frame. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 11, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    357,000

  13. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/Hydraulic Clutch Line

    The fluid could ignite on the hot exhaust possibly resulting in a vehicle fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 06, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    8,883

  14. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/Air Bag Control Module

    Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 07, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    46,193

  15. RECALL: Chrysler/Fuel Line Leakage

    This condition can allow fuel to leak. In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 08, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    25,014

  16. RECALL: Chrysler/Cab/Frame Bolts

    This condition can allow the cab to separate from the frame increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 08, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    12,400

  17. RECALL: Chrysler/High Engine Idle Speed

    This creates a signal which is misinterpreted by the engine control software, causing a high idle speed condition. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 08, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    30,747

  18. RECALL: Chrysler/Fuel Line Leakage

    Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 06, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    8,144

  19. RECALL: Chrysler/Seat Belt Buckles

    In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt assembly would have reduced strength, increasing the risk of personal injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 14, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    4,200

  20. RECALL: Chrysler/Wheel Separation

    This fracture can result in crack propagation around the wheel mounting bolt circule ultimately resulting in a wheel separation. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 08, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    1,550

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