How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 have?

NHTSA lists 35 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Ram 2500, which is 12% of the 283 total complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do transmission problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2012 Ram 2500 is 48,250 miles.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500?

Yes. Recall 17V821000, reported in 2017, covers a Transmission & Powertrain defect where the BTSI (brake transmission shift interlock) can allow the vehicle to shift or roll unexpectedly; dealers update software and inspect or replace the BTSI as needed.

Is the transmission complaint rate higher in 2012 than earlier Ram 2500 years?

Yes. The 2012 Ram 2500 shows 35 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (12% share) compared to 16 complaints (5% share) in 2011 and 13 complaints (6% share) in 2010.

Did any transmission complaints involve fires or crashes?

Among the sample complaints tied to this area, one incident involved a fire and one involved a crash linked to the recalled shift-pin defect.

2012 Dodge Ram 2500 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 35 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500, 12% of all 283 complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 48,250 miles. A related recall (17V821000) covers a park-pin/BTSI defect that can let the truck roll away unexpectedly.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 35; 12% of 283
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 48,250 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the transmission unexpectedly seizing or jumping forward when shifted into gear, sometimes recurring over several months.
Several drivers describe sudden stalling while accelerating, with the truck needing to be towed and the transmission replaced, then the problem recurring.
Some owners report violent jerking around 30 mph, as if the transmission were trying to engage park and reverse at the same time.
One owner reports the vehicle shifting into gear on its own while parked and turned off, rolling backward, matching the 17V821000 recall for a stuck shift pin.
A locker gear kit, actuator, and carrier failure kept one truck from engaging lock mode, requiring dealer replacement.
One report describes the engine holding speed even after brakes were applied, forcing the driver to shift into neutral to avoid a collision.

When 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint May 6, 2012, latest Jun 26, 2024.

35 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2012 to Jun 2024; peak May 2018 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500

NHTSA 17V821000Dec 20, 2017Transmission & Powertrain1,482,874 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
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.
Risk: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Ram 2500 model year

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

200563 (15%)
200637 (6%)
200717 (5%)
200820 (6%)
20096 (3%)
201013 (6%)
201116 (5%)
201235 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 have?: NHTSA lists 35 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Ram 2500, which is 12% of the 283 total complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do transmission problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2012 Ram 2500 is 48,250 miles.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Dodge Ram 2500?: Yes. Recall 17V821000, reported in 2017, covers a Transmission & Powertrain defect where the BTSI (brake transmission shift interlock) can allow the vehicle to shift or roll unexpectedly; dealers update software and inspect or replace the BTSI as needed.
Is the transmission complaint rate higher in 2012 than earlier Ram 2500 years?: Yes. The 2012 Ram 2500 shows 35 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (12% share) compared to 16 complaints (5% share) in 2011 and 13 complaints (6% share) in 2010.
Did any transmission complaints involve fires or crashes?: Among the sample complaints tied to this area, one incident involved a fire and one involved a crash linked to the recalled shift-pin defect.