1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Recalls
What To Do If Your Ram 2500 Has Been Recalled
The following recalls have been announced by Dodge, so if you own a 1999 Ram 2500 take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.
- Call Dodge to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
- Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
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Recent 1999 Ram 2500 Recalls
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Dope, Inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dope, Inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, Inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E025000 »
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact K2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08E050000 »
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash
Fix: Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2006. Owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E060000 »
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Certain replacement K&N fuel performance kits, P/nos. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, and 57-1530. Also, a small percentage of these kits were sold under the mopar performance parts brand name (P/nos. P5007069 and P5007070). All kits were manufactured from April 20, 1999, through September 23, 2004. These assemblies were manufactured as replacement equipment for certain Dodge pickup trucks and SUVS. A small piece of material from the tube wall could be sucked into the engine throttle body, which could cause the throttle to become jammed in the open position.
Consequence: A jammed open throttle could cause unintended acceleration of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash or increased stoping distances when braking.
Fix: K&N will provide owners with a free repair kit along with repair instructions. The recall began on April 20, 2006.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E024000 »
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: On certain van and wagon vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock brake systems (ABS), aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the ABS control module connector, which can compromise sealing integrity of the connector.
Consequence: This may allow development of a short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the ABS control module connector for electrolyte damage and replace the connector as necessary. The recall will begin on September 27, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #04V185000 »
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AIR BAGS Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Vehicle description: Pickup trucks. Sound deadener material inside the steering wheel could become detached from the cover and housing. Note: The Ram pickup trucks were built at the Warren assembly plant ("S" in the 11th VIN position) from May 16, 2000 through October 23, 2000; St. Louis North assembly plant ("J" in the 11th VIN position) from May 19, 2000 through October 23, 2000; Lago Alberto assembly plant ("M" in the 11th VIN position) from May 23, 2000 through October 23, 2000; and Saltillo assembly plant ("G" in the 11th VIN position) from May 23, 2000 through October 23, 2000. Important: Vehicles that have already had the proper clockspring installed, according to warranty records, have been excluded from this recall. In addition, 1997-2000 model year vehicles that have had a suspect replacement clockspring installed, according to warranty records, have been added to this recall.
Consequence: When this occurs, the material could interfere with the clockspring ribbon and cause an open circuit. The driver air bag system will become disabled, and the air bag warning lamp will illuminate on the instrument panel.
Fix: Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly. Owner notification began June 18, 2001. Also some 1997-200 model year vehicles that, according to warranty records, have had a suspect replacement clockspring installed, will also be included in this campaign. 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.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #01V153000 »
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SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Vehicle description: Certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies." The front seat belt retractor may not comply with the requirements of the standard.
Consequence: If the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. Owner notification began August 20, 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.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #01V119000 »
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: 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."
Consequence: If the primary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly.
Fix: 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.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #01V040000 »
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TRAILER HITCHES Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Vehicle description: Pickup trucks equipped with optional trailer hitch. The trailer hitch side brackets were manufactured using material with insufficient strength.
Consequence: Brackets built without proper material could fatigue and fracture in the area where the trailer hitch mounts to the frame.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the trailer hitches and replace any trailer hitch showing signs of fatigue cracking. If no evidence of cracking exists, the dealer will install two reinforcement brackets.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #00V107000 »
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POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Vehicle description: Pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines and manual transmissions. The underbody hydraulic clutch line heat shield is too short, allowing the plastic clutch line material to be directly exposed to exhaust temperatures. It is possible to exceed the melting temperature of the clutch line material.
Consequence: If the line melts, hydraulic fluid can leak onto the vehicle exhaust and cause an underbody fire.
Fix: Dealers will install the proper length heat shield.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #99V190000 »
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POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Vehicle description: Pickup trucks equipped with manual transmission, V10 engines and four-wheel-drive transfer cases. Under sustained maximum rated vehicle load, while driving up a steep grade in four-wheel-drive low range in hot ambient conditions, the local exhaust temperature proximate to the hydraulic clutch line can generate line temperatures that exceed the temperature limit of the clutch line material. If this condition occurs and the clutch is depressed, the line could rupture.
Consequence: The fluid could ignite on the hot exhaust possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch assembly.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #99V115000 »
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FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Vehicle description: Passenger vans and wagons equipped with compressed natural gas (CNG). The fuel hose that connects the left and right fuel rails may shrink and leak fuel if exposed to high engine operating temperatures.
Consequence: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel rail assembly.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #99V044000 »
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FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Recall for 1999 Dodge Ram 2500
Summary: Vehicle description: Vans equipped with compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel tanks. Incorrect fuel tank straps were installed on the small fuel tank. As a result, the fuel tank may not be securely attached to the vehicle.
Consequence: The fuel tank could move increasing the risk of a fire and/or explosion.
Fix: Dealers will replace the mounting straps for the small fuel tank.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #99V034000 »