How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500?

NHTSA lists 47 steering complaints for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, which is 7% of the 697 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500?

This data set lists no related recalls tied to the steering complaint area, though multiple owner complaints reference NHTSA campaign 13v529000 and parts delays for a tie rod assembly repair.

How severe are the reported steering problems?

Of the 47 steering complaints, 5 involved crashes and 1 involved an injury. The median mileage at failure across sample data was 45,007.5 miles.

Do other Ram 1500 model years have similar steering complaint counts?

Yes. The 2010 model year had 40 steering complaints (8% share) and the 2011 model year had 45 (7% share), both close to the 2012 figures of 47 complaints and 7% share.

2012 Dodge Ram 1500 Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 47 steering complaints for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, 7% of all complaints for the year, with 5 crashes and 1 injury tied to this area. Owners commonly cite a delayed parts supply tied to campaign 13v529000, though no related recall is currently listed in this data set.

Steering complaints: 47; 7% of 697
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 45,008 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power steering assist while driving, requiring extra effort to control the truck.
Some owners describe a tie rod assembly concern raised through NHTSA campaign 13v529000, with worry about potential failure leading to a crash.
Several owners say dealers could not perform the campaign 13v529000 repair because replacement parts were unavailable for extended periods.
One owner reported a loose power steering pump traced to stripped threads in the mounting bolt hole, causing vibration in the steering wheel at idle and low speed.
Owners note steering wheel vibration accompanied by a grinding or vibration-type noise at low speeds.

When 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 9, 2011, latest Mar 13, 2025.

47 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2011 to Mar 2025; peak Jul 2015 (5).

Steering recalls for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Ram 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201040 (8%)
201145 (7%)
201247 (7%)
20141 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500?: NHTSA lists 47 steering complaints for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, which is 7% of the 697 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500?: This data set lists no related recalls tied to the steering complaint area, though multiple owner complaints reference NHTSA campaign 13v529000 and parts delays for a tie rod assembly repair.
How severe are the reported steering problems?: Of the 47 steering complaints, 5 involved crashes and 1 involved an injury. The median mileage at failure across sample data was 45,007.5 miles.
Do other Ram 1500 model years have similar steering complaint counts?: Yes. The 2010 model year had 40 steering complaints (8% share) and the 2011 model year had 45 (7% share), both close to the 2012 figures of 47 complaints and 7% share.