2009 RAM 1500 Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 RAM 1500. Part of Generation 4 — 2009–2018.
Worst 2009 RAM 1500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 RAM 1500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | — | — | 75,835 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 6 | — | — | 80,433 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | — | — | 80,454 mi | |
| Body Structure | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Windshield:Electrical Heating Element | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2009 RAM 1500
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,701,491 vehicles.
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.
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.
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2009 RAM 1500 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2009 RAM 1500 reliable?
What are common problems with the 2009 RAM 1500?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 RAM 1500?
How safe is the 2009 RAM 1500?
Does the 2009 RAM 1500 have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2009 RAM 1500?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full RAM 1500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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