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1994 Chevrolet K1500 vs 1994 Dodge Ram 2500

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric1994 Chevrolet K15001994 Dodge Ram 2500
NHTSA complaints100168
Recall campaigns00
Service bulletins (TSBs)26
Investigations18
Crash reports414
Fire reports06
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)12–1712–13
Median reported mileage117,945 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet K1500Dodge Ram 2500
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1539
Visibility394
Power Train624
Exterior Lighting714
Seats191
Structure513
Electrical System414
Suspension314

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion80
Vibration / shaking017
Stalling010
Brake problems08

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.