2006 DODGE RAM-4500Dodge Ram-4500 2006

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 2006 DODGE RAM-4500, manufacturered by Chrysler De Mexico Toluca.
The vehicle is described as a 4x2 Medium/heavy Pickup (GVWR greater than 10,000 lbs.).

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
DODGE3D5 2D7 2D8 3B4 3B5 3B7 3B8 3D2 3D3 3D4 2D6 3D6 3D7 3D8 1B4 1C4 1C6 2C7 3B3 1D8 1B6 1B7 1B8 1D2 1D3 1D4 1D5 1D6 1D7 1B5 2B4 2B5 2B7 2B8 2D2 2D3 2D4 2D5 Diesel
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 2006 DODGE RAM-4500 produced?
     - The 2006 DODGE RAM-4500 is produced in Saltillo Coahuila, Mexico.
  • Are there recalls for the 2006 DODGE RAM-4500?
     - There are 18 recall(s) for the 2006 DODGE RAM-4500, additional information is below.
  • What is the GVWR of a 2006 DODGE RAM-4500?
     - The 2006 DODGE RAM-4500 has a GVWR of Class 3: 10,001 - 14,000 lb (4,536 - 6,350 kg) lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 84498 [USA]: When the wiper system fails, the operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash.

  • Recall 82668 [USA]: This could result in a loss of steering control and the restricted ability to turn the vehicle in one direction increasing the risk of a crash without warning.

  • Recall 72498 [USA]: If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.

  • Recall 61881 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 2016265 [Canada]: Airbag

  • Recall 2015228 [Canada]: Airbag

  • Recall 2015093 [Canada]: Airbag

  • Recall 2015003 [Canada]: Airbag

  • Recall 2014583 [Canada]: Powertrain

  • Recall 2013395 [Canada]: Steering

  • Recall 2011253 [Canada]: Steering

  • Recall 2009019 [Canada]: Steering

  • Recall 2009081 [Canada]: Electrical

  • Recall 2007032 [Canada]: Steering

  • Recall 2006038 [Canada]: Brakes

  • Recall 2006215 [Canada]: Seats and restraints

  • Recall 2006216 [Canada]: Airbag

  • Recall 2005300 [Canada]: Powertrain

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 9004275 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER: Key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. The "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehi
  • 9003215 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Part description: 5.7l long block issue description: this 5.7l long block assembly is compatible with both egr and non-egr applications. An egr block-off plate (53032739aa) must be ordered when installing this long block assembly in a
  • 68332810 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Service - four piece oil pan gasket all cummins equipped vehicles only - the replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to cummins 5.9l and 6.7l engines only. Installation: 1. C
  • 9003215 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Part description: 5.7l long block issue description: this 5.7l long block assembly is compatible with both egr and non-egr applications. An egr block-off plate (53032739aa) must be ordered when installing this long block assembly in a
  • 9002887 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Part description: valve body assembly issue description: valve body design was changed between 2010my and 2011my applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ valve bodies with
  • 9004275 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER: Key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. The "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehi
  • 9004009 - POWER TRAIN: Transmission kit with torque converter 1. All promaster (vf) 3.6l/62te equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (part number 06511385a$) are one-time usag
  • 3100519 - STRUCTURE: Use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
  • 3100319 - STRUCTURE: Use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
  • 3100619 - EQUIPMENT: Repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
  • R2118796A - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Valve body. These may cause over drive cycling.
  • 68332810A - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Cummins equipped vehicles only - the replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to cummins 5.9l and 6.7l engines only.
  • 23-015-20 - EQUIPMENT: Disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
  • 08-049-20 - EQUIPMENT: Charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
  • 31-005-19 - EQUIPMENT: Use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
  • 31-003-19 - EQUIPMENT: Use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
  • 31-006-19 - STRUCTURE: Repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
  • 9002688 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: 68069384a$, r8069384a$, 68086182a$, r8027067a$, rl002012a$ - gasket, cylinder head cover before replacing injectors for diagnostic trouble codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
  • 9002519 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : 82212076, 82203694 - fabric cleaner this "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in california, the otc states (connecticut, delaware, massachusetts, maine, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, pennsylvania, virginia, and washington dc
  • RL108213A$ - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Nag1 (5a580) valve body as per warranty bulletin d-13-22, please use r2108213a$ valve body for all warranty (w), mopar (m) and mopar vehicle protection (f) claims.~ assembly also includes filter (52108325aa) and gasket (52108332aa).~
  • SB-14-001-10 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL: Dodge: electronic fuel control actuator (fca) available for service/new diagnostics available for dtc P0251. Engine surges at idle or mil illumination. Further investigation may identify dtc P0251-cp3 pump regulator control-diesel. If p0
  • 08-007-08 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: No engine crank or no engine start due to electronic lockup of the wcm/skreem. *nj
  • 2500108 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV): Positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) system freezes in extreme cold ambient temperatures -- involves installing revised pcv system components. *nj
  • 2304106 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Exterior lamp - lens fogging. *nj
  • 2301307 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Trailer towing mirror - new mirror glass locking tab - new removal procedure. *kb
  • 1803007 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine off-idle speed limit feature to protect turbocharger when vehicle is not moving. *kb
  • 2100507 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Improved hill climb capability in reverse or dtc's P1713 / P1776. *kb
  • 2304706 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Cracked windshield due to being hit by a foreign object like a stone. *kb
  • 0803006 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Powertrain control module initialization. *kb
  • 0200107 - SUSPENSION: When braking the vehicle may drift to one side or exhibit a body shudder. *kb
  • 1803206 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: 5.9l dtc P0191 - fuel pressure sensor rationality. Erase and reprogram the powertrain control module (pcm) with new software. *kb
  • 2100206 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Flash 42rle - improved hill climb capability in reverse or diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) P1713/P1776. *kb
  • 0300306 - SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE: Axle fluid level. *kb
  • 2200506 - TIRES: Front end shimmy on 4x4 vehicles when traveling over rough surfaces in the road. *kb
  • 2304006 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Rear of sunroof glass is not flush to roof/sunroof will not close. *kb
  • 2200306 - TIRES: Power wagon - leads or drifts only to the right on low crown roads. *tt
  • 1800106 - EQUIPMENT: Starscan@/starmobile abort recovery procedures. *tt
  • 1801806 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Flash: mil illumination at start-up due to dtc P2112 or P1521. *tt
  • 0802106 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tipm flash - diagnostic trouble codes B178C, B166E, B2215 for trailer tow lamps inoperative indicating short circuits in the wiring on the trailer or P1277 for no crank - starter solenoid current excessive. *tt
  • 2100606 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Transmission jumps out of reverse. *tt
  • 41 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: 2006 ram truck crossmember modification. *ak
  • 41 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: 2006 ram truck cross member modification. *ak
  • 06010 - POWER TRAIN: Rear propeller shaft yokes which may have been machined incorrectly. *tt
  • 1800506 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Dtc correction, a/c slugging, turbocharger protection. *tt
  • 2101705 - POWER TRAIN: Flash: 42rle - improved hill climb capability in reverse or dtc's P1713 / P1776. *tt
  • 1800306 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Flash: long crank when starting and/or transmission shift and battery charging enhancements. *tt
  • 1400106 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Loose fuel cap message or malfunction indicator lamp illumination for diagnostic trouble code P0457 - evap system - loose fuel cap. *tt
  • 2300606 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Headlamp to fascia seal. *tt
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Air Bag Loc Front1st Row (Driver & Passenger)
Air Bag Loc Side1st Row (Driver & Passenger)
Body Cab TypeMega
Body ClassPickup
Brake System TypeHydraulic
DisplacementCC5900.0
DisplacementCI360.04009015892
DisplacementL5.9
Doors4
Drive Type4x2
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Engine Cylinders6
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Type PrimaryDiesel
GVWRClass 3: 10,001 - 14,000 lb (4,536 - 6,350 kg)
MakeDODGE
MakeID476
ManufacturerCHRYSLER DE MEXICO TOLUCA
Manufacturer Id1002
ModelRam
ModelID1938
Model Year2006
NCSA Body TypeMedium/heavy Pickup (GVWR greater than 10,000 lbs.)
NCSA MakeDodge
NCSA ModelMedium/Heavy Pickup (pickup-style only – over 10,000 lbs)
Other Engine InfoEngine Info: High Output , Sales Code: ETH
Plant CitySALTILLO
Plant Company NameSaltillo Assembly
Plant CountryMEXICO
Plant StateCOAHUILA
Seat Belts AllManual
SeriesHeavy Duty
Series2H (High Line)
Trim3500
TurboYes
VIN3D3ML49C86G269663
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
CrashNoY NoneNone20210531

The contact owns a 2006 dodge ram. The contact stated that the vehicle was hauling a trailer while driving at 65 mph when a loud bang was heard and the steering wheel went in circles, which led the vehicle from the center lane into the median and hit the guard rail. The rear driver's side corner of the vehicle was damaged and the front driver and front passenger side of the trailer were damaged from the collision. The contact and passenger did not sustain injuries and medical attention was not received. A police report was filed. The vehicle and trailer were towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that this was a recurring failure after the tie rod assembly and steering linkage were replaced in october 2020 by an independent mechanic. The contact had also received notifications of nhtsa campaign numbers: 09e001000 (steering) and 13v528000 (steering), after the repair in october 2020. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,660.

NoNoN NoneNone20120229

Letter from congressman dent on behalf of constituent re heater box failure in dodge trucks *tgw the consumer stated the initial problem with the fresh air/recirculation door started 2-3 years ago. Shortly, after replacing the fresh air/recirculation door, the heat and defroster stopped working. The consumer tried to replace the control switch in the dash, thinking it was bad and not working the internal doors properly, but after the replacement, the problem remained the same. He then replaced the mode door actuators, and the motor control that controlled the doors. However, that did not resolve the problem either. The consumer went to the dealer where he was informed the entire dash would have to be removed, because the doors failed and a new heater box was needed. *jb..Updated 04/19/12 *bf updated 04/23/12

NoNoN NoneNone20120131

The ram 1500 had a failure of the tipm that controls the head lights leaving the truck with inadequate illumination. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20120118

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram. The contact was driving 40 mph when the front passenger side headlight failed. The contact then pulled over to check the headlights but only the high beams were operable. The vehicle was not diagnosed for the failure. The bulb was replaced but the headlights were still inoperable.The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 128,000 and the current mileage was 128,100.

NoNoN NoneNone20111015

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal would become stuck when depressed. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 36,470 and the current mileage was 36,545.

NoNoN NoneNone20110925

The multi function switch was defective in my vehicle. This caused the following safety concerns with the vehicle: 1) the windshield wipers did not work, 2) the turn signals did not work, and 3) the hazzard lights did not work. I have two problems with the situation: 1) while driving the vehicle during a rain storm on 9/26/2011, the windshield wipers did not work. This caused a safety concern and could have caused a potential accident and 2) while driving the vehicle, the turn signals did not work. This caused a safety concern and could have caused an accident. After taking the vehicle to the local dodge dealership, i was informed that the multi function switch was on back order. To be exact, four thousand multi function switches were on back order per the local dealership and chrysler group customer assistance. Neither the local dealership or the chrysler group customer assistance had any idea when the part would be available. I asked both parties why the part is on back order since this is a matter of safety. No answer was given. After further research via the internet, it was determine that other dodge ram truck owners had the same type issue with their multi function switch being defective. It would be great if dodge would notify all owners of the problem with the multi function switch and have them reviewed and/or replaced if needed. This could potentially save someone from serious injury or death from the the multi function switch being defective while driving. My hope and prayer is to have other dodge ram truck owners understand the importance of this problem. It could potentially save their life. *tt

NoNoN NoneNone20110630

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram. The contact stated that the flap under the dash board which operated the heater and air conditioner on the passenger side of the vehicle fractured, causing excess air to release into the vehicle. A local mechanic diagnosed that a hinge was fractured and would need to be replaced. The dealer told the contact that the plastic flap was discontinued and would need to be replaced with a metal flap. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 49,000 and the current mileage was 49,200. Malfunction of plastic sponge flap that allows cooled air to enter the pucals. The dodge mechanical dept. Said this defective or broken part has now been replaced by one made of metal. I think this should be a recall and replaced at the expense of dodge. The estimated repair cost is about. Updated 10/12/2011 *ln *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110630

The left tie rod end dropped off my vehicle while backing into my driveway. There have been recalls issued on similar trucks. Dodge offers no help on my vehicle because recalls are vin specific. To repair the cost was $1062. If dodge hadn't redesigned the parts, my cost would have been $0 due to the 3 year/36,000 mile "bumper to bumper" warranty we purchased with the truck. (it was a used truck when we purchased it.) why haven't all of these trucks been recalled for this issue? I suppose the fact that there have been no deaths or major property damage will be the reason. This is a major hit to me and my family. We need the truck. We need the $1000 it cost to repair. Dodge says the only way they can help me is if the nhtsa expands the recall. I know that won't happen but would you please think about me and my family's dilemma the next time you issue a non-life threatening recall. I thought recalls were all inclusive. Guess i thought wrong. Thanks for listening.

NoNoN NoneNone20110311

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram. The contact stated when using the right turn signal, the left one would illuminate and when using the left turn signal the right one would illuminate. Occasionally, the lights completely failed to function. The vehicle was not inspected. The failure mileage was 93,000 and the current mileage was 94,000.

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Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P0201 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 1
  • P0202 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 2
  • P0203 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 3
  • P0204 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 4
  • P0205 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 5
  • P0206 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 6
  • P0251 [1] Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control A Malfunction (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • P1713 [3] Transfer Case Neutral Indicator Hard Fault Present
  • P1776 [3] Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Malfunction
  • P0191 [1] Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
  • P2112 [1] Throttle Actuator Control System - Stuck Closed
  • P1521 [1] IMRC Input Error (Bank 1)
  • B2215 [1] Window Passenger Front Down Switch Short to Battery
  • P1277 [1] Cylinder #2 High To Low Side Open
  • B166E [1] B166E
  • B178C [1] B178C
  • P0457 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected
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