Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2009 Dodge Ram
NHTSA data on file today
The 2009 Dodge Ram has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 9 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #10V657000 TIE ROD ENDS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V009000 BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V158000 HEATING VENTILATION & AC MODULE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V084000 WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR/PART 567 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09E009000 AFTERMARKET WINDSHEILD WIPER MODULES NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V078000 CLUTCH PEDAL CONNECTING ROD NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Steering 3 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 2 complaints
- Power Train 2 complaints
- Engine 1 complaint
- Latches/Locks/Linkages 1 complaint
- Seat Belts 1 complaint
Of the 9 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2009 Dodge RAM has an average reliability rating, with minor issues recorded in steering and power train components. While not overly problematic, consistent maintenance and potential minor repairs should be anticipated to ensure durability.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| steering column | 60,000–100,000 miles | $200–$600 | common |
| power train | 80,000–120,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
| fuel system | 70,000–110,000 miles | $300–$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 change
- Tire rotation and balancing
- Brake pad inspection
- Transmission fluid replacement
- Coolant system check
- Battery health check
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Steering wheel vibrations
- Delayed transmission response
- Fuel odor inside vehicle
- Uneven tire wear
- Unusual engine noises
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 Dodge Ram at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.