1997 Dodge Ram 3500

12 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500

Official recalls have been issued for the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 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: 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/Air Bag

    Deployment of the air bag without warning could cause a driver to lose vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash and personal injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 05, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    250,845

  11. RECALL: Daimlerchrysler/Headlamp Switch

    If the lights fail, a visibility problem could occur, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 05, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    79,366

  12. RECALL: Chrysler/Exhaust Pipe-Dash Panel

    If the exhaust pipe generates sufficient heat, the pad material can smolder and ignite adjacent materials resulting in a vehicle fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 18, 1997
    Vehicles Affected
    6,400

  13. RECALL: Chrysler/Transmission Cooling Line

    When these temperatures occur, the fluid line will not stay connected with the transmission and fluid can spray onto the exhaust manifold, resulting in smoke or ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 05, 1997
    Vehicles Affected
    960,000

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