1995 Dodge Ram locks problems

28 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 28
of this car's complaints: 5%
crashes: 1
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Hood: latch
24
Tailgate: latch
2
Doors: latch
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

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200k+

Dodge Ram locks problems in other years

Related recalls

Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latchReported February 12, 2001 · 701,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain pickup trucks originally sold in or currently registered in the following "salt belt" states: maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new jersey, pennsylvania, delaware, maryland, the district of columbia, west virginia, ohio, indiana, michigan, illinois, wisconsin, minnesota, iowa, and missouri. Corrosion of the return spring on the hood secondary latch could cause the mechanism to bind in the "release position."
Risk: If the primary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch. Owner notification began september 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 01V040000 · Recall details

Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latchReported March 21, 1995 · 175,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The secondary hood latch rod can bind on the guide bracket and prevent engagement of the secondary latch.
Risk: This condition can cause the hood to fly up obstructing the driver's vision increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch bracket.

Recall number 95V056000 · Recall details

What 1995 Dodge Ram owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 11, 2003 · Locks · NJ · 1 injury

While driving at 45 MPH hood flew up, smashing glass into driver's face.

Filed Aug 22, 2003 · Locks · 190,000 miles · IN

While driving, the hood flew open and damaged the hood. The consumer was notified of a recall on the hood latch, but the vehicle identification number did not pertain to the vehicle. *jb the consumer received recall letter after the incident. (#01v040000) *scc

Filed Aug 22, 2002 · Acceleration, Electrical · MO

Throttle control cable was repaired under campaign id 01v037000. Less than 500 miles later, throttle cable failed while driving. Vehicle checked by another dealer, who advised consumer that recall repairs did not properly repair the first time. Dealer advised consumer that first dealer did not add all necessary components.*ak consumer states hood latch and ignition switch repaired under recall campaign (01v‑040 and 00v‑135) but failed again.

Filed Jul 22, 2002 · Fuel system, Locks · PA

While driving vehicle stalled out. Transmission blewout which was caused by pressure clip on line blowing off, all the fuel ran out.*also, there were 5 recalls, dealer only fixed one, hood latch. Ak

Filed May 9, 2002 · Locks · MN

Recall 95 v 056 000/hood assembly latches: hood flew open while driving 50 MPH. Dealer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed May 7, 2002 · Locks · IL

While driving 30 MPH hood flew up, hood latch had broken. No injuries.

Filed Oct 26, 2001 · Locks · IL

Recall repairs for secondary hood latch failed, also hood flew up and went through windshield, contacted dealer.*ak

Filed Oct 15, 2001 · Locks · VA

While driving at 70 MPH hood flew open. No accident.

Filed Apr 30, 2001 · Locks · MI

While driving hood latch released, causing hood to flip up, resulting in damage to vehicle.

Filed Apr 16, 2001 · Locks · WA

Hood latch disengaged without warning while vehicle was in operation. Consumer had hood tied down at the moment to prevent this from happening. Consumer was informed by manufacturer that this vehicle was not included in recall 95v056000. Only vehicle's registered on east coast were included in recall. *ak

Questions about the 1995 Dodge Ram locks

Does the 1995 Dodge Ram have locks problems?

Owners have filed 28 complaints about the locks of the 1995 Dodge Ram, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1995 Dodge Ram locks problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Is there a recall for the 1995 Dodge Ram locks?

Yes, 2 recalls: 01V040000, 95V056000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.