1992 Dodge RAM
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1992 Dodge RAM is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1992 Dodge RAM at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1992 Dodge RAM recalls 2
BOSCH DISTRIBUTOR-TYPE FUEL PUMPS HAVE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT THAT CAN CAUSE THE BALL PIN, WHICH IS PART OF THE PUMP'S CONTROL LEVER ASSEMBLY, TO BREAK CAUSING THE LINK BETWEEN THE CONTROL SLEEVE AND THE CONTROL LEVER TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Fix: THE FUEL PUMPS WILL BE INSPECTED, AND IF NECESSARY, REPAIRED OR REPLACED.
THE TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS CERITIFICATION LABEL MAY HAVE INCORRECT INFORMATION.
Fix: AN OVERLAY OF THE CORRECT TIRE AND RIM SELECTION INFORMATION CERTIFICATE WILL BE PROVIDED.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
1992 Dodge RAM common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1992 Dodge RAM safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1992 Dodge Ram B-250 Van. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1992 Dodge RAM — ranges cover the 24 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
ROLL-OVER/VENT VALVE LEAK Closed
NHTSA #PE93038 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Apr 1993 · closed Aug 1993An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 18
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 18.
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253…
Bulletin 9002849 · Equipment, Structure · Sep 2014CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION, GREY OIL SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE EXHAUST OR BREATHER TUBE, OR MECHANICAL KNOCKING. *TT
Bulletin 0900401 · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2001AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
Bulletin 2100601 · Power Train · Mar 2001SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
Bulletin 0800600REV · Electrical System · Dec 2000THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
Bulletin 080600 · Electrical System · Feb 2000INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT ENGINE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE. *TT
Bulletin 090400 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Feb 2000THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY AND INSTALLATION OF A RESUABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL PAN GASKET. *TT
Bulletin 210599A · Power Train · Sep 1999INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT. *AK
Bulletin 081698 · Equipment · Apr 1998AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *YC
Bulletin 9709169738A · Air Bags · Sep 1997TIMING CHAIN NOISE. *TW
Bulletin 090797 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 1997Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the RAM. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1992 Dodge RAM. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Fuel System
On certain vehicles equipped with intercooled turbo-diesel engines, the fuel injector pump fulcrum lever pin may break causing loss of throttle control and resulting in a full fuel level (maximum speed) condition. This could result in loss of vehicle control and a crash without prior warning. Correction: Fuel injection pump will be replaced with a new pump using a revised fulcr…
Transport Canada #1994034 · Feb 1994Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Dodge RAM
The Ram pickup is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.