Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 206 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 68 complaints
- Electrical System 25 complaints
- Steering 23 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 22 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 18 complaints
- Power Train 17 complaints
Of the 206 complaints on file, 9 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 206 complaints, owners report 12 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2002 Dodge RAM Quad Cab has received numerous owner complaints, notably concerning the vehicle structure, electrical system, and steering components. The absence of recall data limits comprehensive insights, but the high number of complaints suggests potential reliability issues and higher maintenance costs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | Unknown | $300–$1,000 | common |
| Electrical system | Unknown | $150–$600 | common |
| Steering | Unknown | $200–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad replacement
- Tire rotations
- Coolant flush
- Transmission fluid change
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual steering noise
- Electrical failures
- Brake pedal vibrations
- Excessive engine heat
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.