1990 DODGE Ram Problems

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Complaints by Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 complaints

WHILE JUMPING ANOTHER VEHICLE ENGINE SENSOR FAILED COMPLETELY. TOOK TO DEALER PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED AS OF YET. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION, AND VEHCILE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER.*AK

Apr 23, 2002

POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE RESULTED IN VEHICLE FIRE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) *MJS

Jun 06, 2000

Fire: 1

ENGINE FIRE. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)

Aug 14, 1996

Fire: 1

POWER TRAIN

3 complaints

THE CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE DOESN'T SHIFT CORRECTLY. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Dec 07, 1998

TRANSMISSION FAILED. *SKD

Jul 10, 1995

TRANSMISSION AUTOMATICALLY SHIFTEED FROM PARK TO REVERSE 3 TIMES, ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. TT

Apr 21, 1995

Crash: 1

TIRES

2 complaints

TREAD ON LEFT REAR TIRE SEPARATED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 13, 2002

TIRE FAILURE. *AK (DOT NUMBER: 31X10.50R1 TIRESIZE: 31X10.50R1)

Jun 06, 2001

SEATS

2 complaints

VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED AT 60 MPH. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SEATBACK COLLAPSED, RESULTING IN MINOR INJURIES. *AK

Feb 15, 2001

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEATS FALL BACK WHEN PULLING FORWARD. *AK

May 28, 1996

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 complaints

VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE AND IN FRONT OF HOUSE. CONSUMER WAS AWAKENED BY NEIGHBORS AND TOLD THAT VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS NOTIFIED. FIREMAN TOLD THE CONSUMER THAT FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE AREA THE WIRING.*AK

Jun 26, 2000

Fire: 1

UNDERHOOD WIRING CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. DEALER HAS VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 27, 1999

Fire: 1

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 complaints

THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED, CAUSING THE OCCUPANT TO BE PINNED BETWEEN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED FROM PARK TO REVERSE TO GET OCCUPANT FROM BETWEEN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN IN FOR SERVICE. *AK

Dec 17, 1996

ACCELERATOR CABLE SEPARATES. *DSH

Jan 30, 1996

STEERING

2 complaints

AS STEERING COUPLER WEARS OU, MORE PLAY SHOWS UP IN STEERING WHEEL, ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP WHILE IN A TURN. *AK

Aug 08, 1995

STEERING COUPLING BADLY WORN; READY TO BREAK; IF BREAKS, COULD CAUSE ACCIDENT; CAUSED DIFFICULT STEERING. TT

May 31, 1995

SEAT BELTS

1 complaint

DT: THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE WAS NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 95V1030000 CONCERNING THE FRONT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, AND WAS TOLD THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. THE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT SECURE THE OCCUPANT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE SHOULDER BELT STRAP WOULD NOT LOCK AND THE BUCKLE WOULD NOT STAY LATCHED. THIS HAPPENED EVERY TIME HE USED THE SEAT BELT. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. *AK (11/21/05) *SC

Oct 26, 2005

CHILD SEAT

1 complaint

CAR SEAT FILL OUT OF CAPTAIN CHAIR.

Jun 18, 1999

EQUIPMENT

1 complaint

THE DEFECTIVE A/C WIRING GETS EXTREMELY HOT WHICH CAUSES SMOKE AND FIRE. REPLACED THE SWITCH TWICE. PROBLEM OCCURRING AGAIN. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 03, 1998

Fire: 1

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 complaint

COMPLETE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM REPLACED AND STILL FAILS.

May 20, 1998

SUSPENSION

1 complaint

VEHICLE ANDERS, FEELS VERY LOOSE AND DRIFTS FROM LANE TO LANE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Apr 28, 1997

STRUCTURE

1 complaint

THE FRAME BROKE OFF FROM THE UNDERBODY OF THE VEHICLE, CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER. *AK

Feb 20, 1997

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 complaint

RETURN HOSE DISCONNECTED FROM GAS LINE, CAUSING GASOLINE LEAK. *SKD

Jun 22, 1995

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Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 1990 DODGE Ram, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 1990 DODGE Ram for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 1990 DODGE Ram 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

1990 DODGE Ram VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 1990 DODGE Ram Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1990 DODGE Ram dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your DODGE dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1990 DODGE Ram have?

The 1990 DODGE Ram currently has 23 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1990 DODGE Ram?

The most common problems reported for the 1990 DODGE Ram are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1990 DODGE Ram problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1990 DODGE Ram comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1990 DODGE Ram?

You can report safety problems with your 1990 DODGE Ram directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1990 DODGE Ram VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1990 DODGE Ram reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1990 DODGE Ram. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.