Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1991 Dodge Ram. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗STEERING:WHEEL AND COLUMN
- Summary
- THE STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE STAMPING CAN CRACK DUE TO FATIGUE AND SEPARATE FROM THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN.
- Consequence
- THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE SEPARATION OF THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL FOR ARMATURE CRACKS AND REPLACE ANY WHEELS EXHIBITING CRACKS. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL HAVE A REINFORCEMENT PLATE INSTALLED TO PREVENT STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION IF CRACKING OCCURS.
EQUIPMENT:TIRE RESERVE LOAD LABEL (GLOVE COMPARTME
- Summary
- THE TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS CERITIFICATION LABEL MAY HAVE INCORRECT INFORMATION.
- Consequence
- THE CERTIFICATION LABEL FAILS TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OFFMVSS 120.
- Remedy
- AN OVERLAY OF THE CORRECT TIRE AND RIM SELECTION INFORMATION CERTIFICATE WILL BE PROVIDED.
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Owner complaints (52)
52 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 52 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 12 | 23.1% |
| Service brakes | 10 | 19.2% |
| Fuel system | 7 | 13.5% |
| Power train | 6 | 11.5% |
| Electrical system | 5 | 9.6% |
| Tires | 5 | 9.6% |
| Suspension | 4 | 7.7% |
| Equipment | 2 | 3.8% |
| Structure | 2 | 3.8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 3.8% |
How 1991 compares with other Ram years
Best and worst Ram years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 18 | 0 |
| 1988 | 22 | 0 |
| 1989 | 28 | 0 |
| 1990 | 23 | 0 |
| 1991 | 52 | 2 |
| 1992 | 58 | 1 |
| 1993 | 54 | 0 |
| 1994 | 469 | 18 |
| 1995 | 612 | 12 |
| 1996 | 630 | 10 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Looking at a 1991 Ram for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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1991 Dodge Ram FAQ
How many recalls does the 1991 Dodge Ram have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 95V089000 (steering), 92V005000 (equipment). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1991 Dodge Ram problems?
Owners filed 52 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (12), Service brakes (10), Fuel system (7) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 1991 Ram compare with other years?
Among the 1987–1996 Dodge Ram model years at least five years old, the 1987 drew the fewest complaints (18) and the 1996 the most (630). The 1991 drew 52. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.