Is the Dodge RAM 1500 reliable?

The Dodge RAM 1500 has 1,966 total NHTSA complaints across 2 model years. Years to avoid: 2011 (988 complaints).

What years of the Dodge RAM 1500 should I avoid?

Avoid the 2011 Dodge RAM 1500. The 2011 model has the most complaints (988) with the top issue being ELECTRICAL.

Reliability and problems by year based on NHTSA complaint data.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2012	978	2012 DODGE RAM 1500 CREW CAB LONE STAR 5.7 HEMI W/...	Average
2011	988	THERE WERE NO SPECIAL EVENTS BEFORE PROBLEM SHOWED...	Avoid This Year