1985 Dodge RAM 50 recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-20. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Engine
What's wrong, in plain English: Engine problems range from stalling to fire. THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT MAY DEVELOP AN OIL LEAK.
What could happen:
The fix: OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT WILL BE REPLACED WITH A MODIFIED TYPE FREE OF CHARGE.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 1985 RAM 50.
- Book a repair at any authorized Dodge dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 84V157000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Summary: THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT MAY DEVELOP AN OIL LEAK.
Consequence:
Remedy: OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT WILL BE REPLACED WITH A MODIFIED TYPE FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 2.6 LITER ENGINES.SYSTEM: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE LEAK MAY LEAD TO AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE ANDPOSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.NOTE: IMMEDIATE REPAIR IS NECESSARY IN THE INTERESTS OF PASSENGER SAFETY.
Useful for owners
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Fuel system (1), Gasoline (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (1)
03/17/1997 · Fuel system
CENTER OF FUEL TANK LEAKS DUE TO POSSIBLE CORROSION. *AK