Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 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 ↗TIE ROD ENDS
- Summary
- CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 4500 AND 5500 VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A WEAKENING AND FRACTURE OF THE LEFT BALL STUD ON THE TIE ROD RESULTING IN THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING.
- Consequence
- LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR/PART 567
- Summary
- CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 65,896 MY 2008-2009 LIGHT AND HEAVY DUTY DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCKS. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR ASSEMBLY MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO WATER INTRUSION THAT COULD RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF WINDSHIELD WIPING CAPABILITY.
- Consequence
- WHEN THE WIPER SYSTEM FAILS, THE OPERATOR WILL HAVE REDUCED VISIBILITY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MODULE ASSEMBLIES WITH VENTED WIPER MOTOR HOUSINGS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Owner complaints (25)
25 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 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 6 | 24% |
| Power train | 4 | 16% |
| Electrical system | 3 | 12% |
| Engine | 3 | 12% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 12% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 8% |
| Structure | 2 | 8% |
| Tires | 2 | 8% |
| Air bags | 1 | 4% |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% |
How 2008 compares with other Ram years
Best and worst Ram years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 321 | 9 |
| 2002 | 119 | 2 |
| 2003 | 53 | 2 |
| 2004 | 58 | 1 |
| 2005 | 40 | 0 |
| 2006 | 25 | 0 |
| 2007 | 17 | 1 |
| 2008 | 25 | 2 |
| 2009 | 9 | 5 |
| 2010 | 27 | 5 |
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 2008 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.
Where to next
2008 Dodge Ram FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Dodge Ram have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 10V657000 (steering), 09V084000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Dodge Ram problems?
Owners filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (6), Power train (4), Electrical system (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2008 Ram compare with other years?
Among the 2001–2010 Dodge Ram model years at least five years old, the 2009 drew the fewest complaints (9) and the 2001 the most (321). The 2008 drew 25. 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.