Model year guide

1985 Dodge ramcharger

Q: Does the 1985 Dodge ramcharger have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1985 Dodge ramcharger. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1985 Dodge ramcharger is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

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1985 Dodge ramcharger at a glance

Safety recalls2

Owner complaints4

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1985 Dodge ramcharger recalls 2

Structure:frame And Members:underbody Shields NHTSA Campaign #84V115000 · 24/09/1984

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.

Fix: A FUEL TANK PROTECTIVE SKID PLATE WILL BE INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE.

Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #84V117000 · 24/09/1984

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.

Fix: THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE ON EACH VEHICLE INVOLVED WILL BE INSPECTED FOR PROPER ROUTING AND, IF NECESSARY, REROUTED TO PREVENT ANY ABRASIVE CONTACT.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1985 Dodge ramcharger common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Visibility

Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

Seats

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1985 Dodge ramcharger trims & engines on record

Engines

5.9L 8-cyl

1985 Dodge ramcharger vehicles on record

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Other Dodge ramcharger model years

1990

1985 Dodge ramcharger — frequently asked questions

Does the 1985 Dodge ramcharger have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1985 Dodge ramcharger. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Dodge ramcharger?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, visibility, seats.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.