1989 DODGE RAM 50
1 recalls, 5 complaints - 3 TSBs
95V103003 May 24, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SUR... Read more
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 23, 2000
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
SEAT BELTS
Jan 13, 1999
DEALER REFUSES TO FIX CENTER SEAT BELT IN THE FRONT WHEN RECALL STATES DEALER WILL REPLACE FRONT SAFETY BELTS. *AK
SEAT BELTS
Feb 11, 1998
SEAT BELTS COULD NOT BE REPLACED AS PER RECALL AFTER APPOINTMENT WAS MADE.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Oct 3, 1995
Incident date: Sep 1, 1995
RECALL DOES NOT APPLY TO VEHICLE BUT SEAT BELTS ARE BROKEN AND ARE TAKATA MANUFACTURER OFFERS NO ASSISTANCE. TT THE LATCH PLATE CANNOT BE INSERTED INTO THE BUCKLE, DEALER LOOKED UP VIN AND STATED THERE WERE NO RECALLS. *SLC
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Jun 27, 1995
Incident date: Jun 27, 1995
THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE IT WILL NOT LOCK . TT
Technical Service Bulletins, 1989 DODGE RAM 50
3 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE RAM 50
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA88006
Opened: Nov 3, 1987 , Closed: Apr 1, 1988
STEERING OUTPUT SHAFT
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER:BOTH CHRYSLER AND MITSUBISHIINDEPENDENTLY CONCLUDED THAT THE FAILURES WERE DUE TO SEVERE IMPACT LOADINGTRANSMITTED TO THE SHAFT BY THE STEERING LINKAGE SYSTEM -- IN OTHER WORDSSHAFT FAILURE IS THE RESULT, NOT THE CAUSE, OF THE ALLEGED COLLISIONCIRCUMSTANCES.M... Read more
PE87037
Opened: Jul 1, 1987 , Closed: Nov 3, 1987
PITMAN ARM FAILURE
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER:BOTH CHRYSLER AND MITSUBISHIINDEPENDENTLY CONCLUDED THAT THE FAILURES WERE DUE TO SEVERE IMPACT LOADINGTRANSMITTED TO THE SHAFT BY THE STEERING LINKAGE SYSTEM -- IN OTHER WORDSSHAFT FAILURE IS THE RESULT, NOT THE CAUSE, OF THE ALLEGED COLLISIONCIRCUMSTANCES.M... Read more
DODGE RAM 50 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE RAM 50 across all model years (1984, 1991).
8
Total Recalls
36
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths