- The problem
- Certain replacement k&n fuel performance kits, p/nos. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, And 57-1530. Also, a small percentage of these kits were sold under the mopar performance parts brand name (p/nos. P5007069 and p5007070). All kits were manufactured from april 20, 1999, through september 23, 2004. These assemblies were manufactured as replacement equipment for certain dodge pickup trucks and suvs. A small piece of material from the tube wall could be sucked into the engine throttle body, which could cause the throttle to become jammed in the open position.
- The risk
- A jammed open throttle could cause unintended acceleration of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash or increased stoping distances when braking.
- The fix
- K&n will provide owners with a free repair kit along with repair instructions. The recall began on april 20, 2006.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Dodge Ram 2500 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 2006 for the engine and engine cooling.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Ram 2500 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1997 Dodge Ram 2500 recalls 1
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
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No complaints about the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 yet
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 Ram 2500: every year compared
All Ram 2500 years1997 Dodge Ram 2500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 0 | 14 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Ford F-350 | 0 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 0 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 0 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1997 GMC Sierra 2500 | 0 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 720 | 15 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan | 589 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 452 | 12 | F | 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 1997 Dodge Ram 2500
Does the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500: engine and engine cooling (March 2006). 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 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 100 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Ram 2500 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 Ram 2500 years have the most complaints?
2006 (670), 2003 (661), 2004 (582). See every Dodge Ram 2500 year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 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