- The problem
- Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
- The risk
- The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
Vehicle safety record
1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in April 2008 for the suspension.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Mini Ram Van year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Vans equipped with the optional sunscreen rear glass which has less than 70 percent luminous transmittance and does not have a passenger side outside rearview mirror are not in compliance with fmvss 111, rear view mirrors. Consequence of defect: the drivers of these vans do not have the minimum field of vision required by fmvss 111. Without this minimum field of vision the driver cannot maneuver his vehicle safely and may cause an accident.
- The fix
- Install passenger side outside rearview mirror.
- The problem
- Roadway stones may become lodged in the height sensing brake proportioning valve. This may cause the proportioning valve to fail. Consequence of defect: proportioning valve malfunction results in increased stopping distances during hard braking with a light load and may cause an accident.
- The fix
- Clear proportioning valve of stones and install a protective cover to prevent stones from entering.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Dodge Mini Ram Van: every year compared
All Mini Ram Van years1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van | 0 | 3 | F | |
| 1985 Dodge Caravan | 49 | 6 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 2 | 5 | D | Compare |
| 1985 Dodge Aries | 2 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2 | 3 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Dodge D150 | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1985 Dodge B150 | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Dodge Colt | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Dodge Colt Vista | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van
Does the 1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van: suspension (April 2008); exterior (December 1985); differential proportional valve (May 1985). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 16 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Dodge Mini Ram Van year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Mini Ram Van years have the most complaints?
1996 (5), 1992 (2), 1993 (2). See every Dodge Mini Ram Van year compared.
What should I do if my 1985 Dodge Mini Ram Van has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data