1995 Dodge Ram 2500: problems, recalls and reliability

“Headlight switch, socket and associated wiring burnt up, causing loss of lighting function. I was only doing 30 mph and was able to pull into a parking lot without any danger to other motorists. I had to purchase and replace the switch, socket and about 8" of wiring.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · May 2016

“Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the air bags inadvertently deployed. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicators illuminated the day before the air bag deployed. The contact sustained minor injuries to his mouth and left arm near the wrist. The contact did not seek medical attention. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2015

“Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 2500. While driving various speeds, the vehicle began to accelerate independently. When the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop and the engine continued to rev without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Aug 2015

“Tl*the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle and shifting into reverse, the driver side air bag inadvertently deployed. The contact had not sustained any injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 418,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Mar 2015

“Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 2500 equipped with toyo tires open country a/t size lt26570r17. The dot number was not available. The contact stated that the driver's side front passenger tires blew due to tread separation while he drove 45-65 mph, causing damaged to the running board and bed. The manufacturer denied assistance with the repair. The passenger suffered injuries to the lower back. The tires were replaced. The tire failure mileage was 22,000. Rk”Owner report · Tires · Jul 2013

“Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 2500. While driving 40 mph, the front suspension and wheels began to bounce and shook uncontrollably. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the track bar needed to be replaced. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.”Owner report · Suspension · May 2013

“NHTSA # ea198010 headlight switch recall excluded the b1500 and b2500 series stating that the power draw is not as great as the b3500 series. This is in error. My 1995 b2500 burned out this same light switch and left me with no headlights. (I have not added any additional lighting). I request that ea98010 be reopened to include the b1500 and b2500 series trucks as this is a safety hazard which is the same problem as the b3500 series. I replaced the switch at my expense and can send you the old one if you need it. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Dec 2012