Does the 1985 Dodge Ramcharger have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, air, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1985 Dodge Ramcharger recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Dodge dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1985 Dodge Ramcharger?

4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1985 Dodge Ramcharger recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1985 Dodge Ramcharger. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Dodge been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

1985 Dodge Ramcharger recalls, newest first

September 24, 1984NHTSA 84V117000682 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: The front brake hose, which is routed from the body brake tubing to the front axle connector, may have been twisted when installed. If the hose is twisted, it may become looped or coiled upon itself resulting in abrasive contact during normal operation.
Remedy: The front brake hose on each vehicle involved will be inspected for proper routing and, if necessary, rerouted to prevent any abrasive contact.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 24, 1984NHTSA 84V1150008,800 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields

Summary: Vehicles are not in compliance with the impact test requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, "fuel system integrity." the structure of the rear step bumper may not withstand a rear end collision similar to the force created in testing; fuel leakage may occur upon impact.
Remedy: A fuel tank protective skid plate will be installed free of charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1985 Dodge Ramcharger with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Tires2
Seats1
Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system › Heater core1

Other Dodge Ramcharger years

Other 1985 Dodge models

Questions

Does the 1985 Dodge Ramcharger have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, air, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1985 Dodge Ramcharger recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Dodge dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1985 Dodge Ramcharger?: 4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.