2012 Dodge 1500 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Dodge 1500.

20112014
Complaints
975
Crashes
51
Fires
13
Injuries
41
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2012 Dodge 1500 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1167 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:80,345 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:6
#2161 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:88,178 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:2
#392 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:84,386 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Dodge 1500.

Electrical Faults
167
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
6
Avg Miles
80,345
Engine Problems
161
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
88,178
Fuel System
92
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
84,386
Transmission / Drivetrain
88
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Avg Miles
64,678
Airbags
80
complaints
Crashes
16
Fires
Avg Miles
62,950
Brakes
49
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Avg Miles
46,871
Steering Defects
47
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
54,029
Headlight/Taillight Failures
42
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
39,173
Gasoline Fuel System
28
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
112,893
Unintended Acceleration
27
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
42,981
Body Structure
22
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
1
Avg Miles
68,063
Suspension Failures
18
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
50,990
Electronic Stability Control
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
56,966
Wheel Issues
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
36,843
Tire Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
44,894
Diesel Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
89,500
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wiring & Fuses
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2012 Dodge 1500

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,101,529 vehicles.

18V160000Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting
~218,617 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.

17V824000Other Equipment
~61,791 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

17V821000Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift
~1,482,874 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.

15V459000Air Bags:frontal
~1,059,444 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring.

13V038000Power Train:driveline:differential Unit
~278,674 affected

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline that can allow relative motion between the nut and companion flange.

12V192000Equipment:other:labels
~129 affected

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 RAM 1500 TRUCKS, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 5, 2012 THROUGH JANUARY 6, 2012. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES HAVE A SPARE TIRE THAT DOES NOT MATCH THE SPECIFICATIONS LISTED ON THE TIRE PLACARD. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, “TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.”

Other Dodge 1500 Years

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