2012 Dodge 2500 Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Dodge 2500.
Worst 2012 Dodge 2500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Dodge 2500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 109 | 2 | — | 73,364 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 47 | — | 6 | 101,451 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 43 | — | 4 | 68,544 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 33 | 1 | 3 | 63,374 mi | |
| Fuel System | 24 | — | 1 | 54,178 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 22 | 2 | 1 | 43,451 mi | |
| Brakes | 14 | 2 | 1 | 47,071 mi | |
| Airbags | 11 | 3 | — | 75,997 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | 51,476 mi | |
| Diesel Fuel System | 8 | — | — | 61,550 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | — | 2 | 74,177 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | — | — | 40,467 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | 2 | — | 139,244 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Dodge 2500
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,129,376 vehicles.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break.
Other Dodge 2500 Years
2012 Dodge 2500 — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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