2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Problems and Repair Histories
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2002 Dodge Ram 1500s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Dodge Ram 1500 Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2002 | Dodge Ram (not HD) | 13 Ram (not HD)s, 7.9 months of data per Ram (not HD), average 124900 miles Small sample size. Join or 13 Ram (not HD)s, 7.9 months of data per Ram (not HD), average 124900 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 91140 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 91140 | 0 | Outer tie rod loose. Replaced with Moog outer tie rod. Replaced upper and lower ball joints on the passenger side. |
| Mar | 2013 | 92380 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in South Dakota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 250 | Replaced rack and pinion, replacement R&P was defective, replaced a second time | |
| Mar | 2010 | 150 | R&P failed again, had a shop replace with warranted parts | |
| Dec | 2010 | 137000 | 40 | 2 broken wheel studs on passenger front tire, replaced all 5 Radiator cracked |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
245-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 78000 | 75 | u-joint was replaced as it was close to completely coming off. |
| Mar | 2013 | 78000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed manual RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 168000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 170000 | 170 | the accelerator sensor had gone out and had to be replaced. Before replacement the check engine light came on, the truck would idle very rough, or would die when trying to idle. removed and replaced the external fan on the AC unit. the fan had quit working. |
| Apr | 2012 | 178000 | 222 | the 3 universal joints needed to be replaced |
| Oct | 2012 | 187000 | 300 | removed and replaced radiator. Radiator was leaking between the plastic side cap and the metal tubing |
| Mar | 2013 | 196000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 164000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 165000 | 165 | Grinding and popping noise coming from front end. Cv axle and intermediate shaft on passenger side front were worn out and no longer properly meshing. Replaced cv axle and intermediate shaft from front diff. |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2003 | 0 | Transmission rebuild due to failed rear seal | |
| Aug | 2003 | 0 | Transmission replacement due to failed bearing, another failed rear seal | |
| Jan | 2007 | 450 | HVAC blend door | |
| Apr | 2008 | 750 | Steering rack replacement | |
| Apr | 2009 | 550 | Steering rack & outer tie rod end replacement | |
| Jul | 2009 | 320 | Crack in radiator inlet tank requiring radiator replacement $200 Blown front door speaker (torn foam surround) $120 to replace pair | |
| Apr | 2011 | 147000 | 300 | Drive shaft center bearing and support failed. Bearing was spinning inside support isolator causing rubber to burn and drive shaft to vibrate badly; replaced center support and bearing unit. |
| Jun | 2011 | 149000 | 450 | Replaced worn universal joints |
| Sep | 2011 | 153000 | 330 | Replaced front wheel bearings due to loud bearing noise; replaced brake rotors & pads due to wear |
| May | 2012 | 161000 | 100 | Replaced pass side tail light socket and bulb due to electrical short causing bulb socket to melt |
| Jul | 2012 | 162700 | 1073 | Replace 5spd manual transmission with used non-rebuilt unit from a lower-mileage truck |
| Oct | 2012 | 166000 | 800 | replacement of steering rack due to seal failure; replacement part was bad necessitating 2nd day in shop, plus alignment replace upper a-arm due to faulty upper ball joint |
| Mar | 2013 | 170000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 50 | Transmission coolant lines were repaired. The lines needed repair because they rested on the frame. Therefore the lines rubbed the frame and finally leaked. Assembly/manufacturing error! | |
| Jun | 2010 | 721 | Replaced radiator, fan clutch, and serpentine belt. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 109000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 115300 | 1120 | radiator & temp gauge replaced. Replaced: instrument cluster gauge light, air bag module, tail light sensor. Seat belt convenience part pricing. |
| Aug | 2012 | 126000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 73780 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 73780 | 450 | right front wheel bearing replaced |
| Sep | 2012 | 76260 | 700 | replaced rusted out oil pan |
| Mar | 2013 | 80600 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 130200 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 149800 | 750 | Front diff seal failure Replaced brakes pads and rotors |
| Mar | 2013 | 155000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 80000 | 1000 | truck could not shift out of park. part that allowed you to shift into gear after stepping on brake broke and needed replacement. |
| Dec | 2010 | 83000 | 350 | 4x4 maintainence |
| Jun | 2011 | 89000 | 500 | Brakes rotors pads needed replacement front and rear, tho front critical and rear could wait a couple of months, so only worked on front. |
| Sep | 2011 | 90000 | 1000 | Rear brakes replaced pads and rotors. |
| Oct | 2011 | 90000 | 1600 | replaced front lower ball joints. replaced 4 tires. replaced rusted brake line. replaced rusted exhaust supports |
| Jan | 2012 | 93000 | 530 | Replace exhaust system cat.back |
| May | 2012 | 94000 | 310 | rear drivers window stopped working halfway up. wires were problem. also discovered but not repaired were u joint needs replacing ($425) and 3 oxygen sensors are gone($900 for all 3). Deciding on whether to repair or trade....soon! |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2005 | 0 | rear door lock sticks, latch replaced under warranty | |
| Feb | 2011 | 180000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 85000 | 1500 | Upper and lower ball joints (required to have new upper a-arms), steering pump leak. Radiator cracked windshield wiper fluid container replaced. 4wd shift lever replaced |
| Jun | 2011 | 87000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Dodge Ram 1500 2-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD
| Dodge Ram 1500 in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 125000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 125000 | 500 | Front differential seal leak |
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