The most-reported Ramcharger run is 1B4GW12R6BS (1981 builds) with 1 complaints, 1× the typical run. Tires problems make up 23% of reports; 1987 is the worst model year at 1 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for Ramcharger model years 1981–1985.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Dodge Ramcharger has 13 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 38% of every Ramcharger complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B4GW12R6BS•••••• | 1981 | — | — | |
| 1B4GW12T5FS•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| 1B4GD12T0FS•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| 1B4GW12T6FS•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| 3B4GW12W9GM•••••• | 1986 | — | — | |
| LD384GD12T1•••••• | 1987 | — | — | |
| 3B4GW12T9HM•••••• | 1987 | — | — | |
| 1B3BZ44C8HD•••••• | 1987 | — | — | |
| 1B3BZ44C0HD•••••• | 1987 | — | 1 | |
| 3B4GW02Y3JM•••••• | 1988 | — | — | |
| 3B4GW02Y0JM•••••• | 1988 | — | — | |
| 3B4GE07Y2KM•••••• | 1989 | — | — |
Each of the other 1 Ramcharger runs has 1 complaint or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Dodge Ramcharger the gap between build years is 1×: a 1987 car draws 1 complaints per run, a 1985 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 4 | 4 | — | |
| 1985 | 3 | 3 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1987 at 1 complaints per run; lightest is 1985 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 23% of everything Dodge Ramcharger owners report: Tires, 3 of 13 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | — | — | |
| Steering | — | — | |
| Structure | — | — | |
| Visibility | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | — | — | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Fuel System | — | 1 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 5 recall campaigns on the Dodge Ramcharger; the 5 below cover build years 1981 to 1985. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 84V115000 | Structure:frame And Members:underbody Shields | 1981–1985 |
| 84V117000 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1985 |
| 84V047000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder | 1984 |
| 82V095000 | Electrical System:ignition:switch | 1983 |
| 82V055000 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint | 1982 |
84V115000 was opened in 1984 on cars built from 1981: 3 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
| Outcome | Dodge Ramcharger | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 13 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (7.7%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Dodge Ramcharger share of that is 13 complaints over 13 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Dodge Ramcharger VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 13 NHTSA complaints from 13 Ramcharger runs and 5 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Ramcharger production run has the most complaints?
1B4GW12R6BS, a 1981 build, with 1 complaints. The typical Ramcharger run has 1.
Which Ramcharger years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1987 is heaviest at 1 complaints per run and 1985 lightest at 1.
How many Ramcharger complaints involve a crash?
0% of 13 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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