2009 Dodge Ram 1500 vs 2009 Toyota Tundra
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.
| Metric | 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 | 2009 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 670 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 40 | 236 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Ram 1500 | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 231 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 97 | 4 |
| Engine | 50 | 5 |
| Wheels | 50 | 1 |
| Structure | 41 | 1 |
| Tires | 36 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 34 | 3 |
| Suspension | 34 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 52 | 0 |
| Stalling | 41 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 25 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 19 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
2009 Dodge Ram 1500
2009 Toyota Tundra
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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.