1997 Dodge Ram 1500
Owners have filed 468 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500. Body & structure is the most reported problem area, at 15% of complaints. After that come brakes (12%) and transmission (10%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 468 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Body & structure 15% of complaints
- Fuel economy
- 12 to 16 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 468 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500. Body & structure is the most reported problem area, at 15% of complaints. After that come brakes (12%) and transmission (10%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 8 versions of the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500. Combined fuel economy ranges from 12 to 16 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 14 city / 20 highway.