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2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab vs 2003 Dodge Ram Quad Cab

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.

Metric2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab2003 Dodge Ram Quad Cab
NHTSA complaints206122
Recall campaigns00
Service bulletins (TSBs)1618
Investigations11
Crash reports98
Fire reports42
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)
Median reported mileage61,000 mi50,027 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge Ram Quad CabDodge Ram Quad Cab
Structure6845
Electrical System2511
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1818
Steering2311
Suspension1713
Power Train1711
Engine and Engine Cooling225
Air Bags910

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling119
Vibration / shaking1113
Check engine light100
Loss of power50
Steering problems50
Rust / corrosion50
Hesitation / surging05
2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab
2003 Dodge Ram Quad Cab

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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.