RAM 1500 Fourth generation (DS/DJ/D2) (2012)
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Fourth generation (DS/DJ/D2) of RAM 1500 has been in production in 2012.
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2012 RAM 1500 Engines list
RAM 1500 Fourth generation (DS/DJ/D2) dimensions and specs
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| Body style | Truck |
| Engine options | 3.7L EKG Magnum, 3.7L V-6, , |
| 4.7L Magnum V8, 4.7L V-8, 235 HP, 295 lb/ft | |
| 5.7L HEMI EZH, 5.7L V-8, 360 HP, 390 lb/ft | |
| Length | 209 - 231 in |
| Width | 79.40 in |
| Height | 73.3 - 76.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 120 - 140 in |
| Curb weight | 4518 - 5654 lbs |
| Number of doors | 2 - 4 |
| Seating capacity | 2 - 6 |
| Front hip room | 62.9 - 63.2 in |
| Rear hip room | 62.9 - 63.2 in |
| Front Headroom | 40.3 - 41 in |
| Rear Headroom | 39.7 - 39.9 in |
| Front shoulder room | 66.00 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 65.70 in |
| Fuel tank capacity | 26 - 35 gal |
| MPG (City/Highway) | 13 - 14/19 - 20 |
| Payload capacity | 1146 - 3125 lb |
| Towing capacity | 3450 - 11500 lbs |
| 0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 6 - 9.6 sec |
| ¼ mile time | 14.2 - 17.1 sec |
RAM 1500 Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the RAM 1500 Fourth generation (DS/DJ/D2) production period from 2012 to 2012 drivers have reported 485 complaints. The most common problems are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, AIR BAGS.
| Model Year | Complaints |
| 2012 1500 |
485
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| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2012 dodge ram 1500 crew cab lone star 5.7 hemi w/mds auto trans. transmission has a very moderate "bump" or... |
110
~ 64079 miles |
| ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that when the vehicle engaged in economy or... |
105
~ 74223 miles |
| AIR BAGS very concerned about the two front airbags while watching the crash test ratings. the driver completely collapsed the bag hitting... |
68
~ 36738 miles |
| POWER TRAIN 2012 dodge ram 1500 crew cab lone star 5.7 hemi w/mds auto trans. transmission has a very moderate "bump" or... |
65
~ 31062 miles |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER i had the oil changed about 9 days earlier and i was in a drive thru when all of the... |
45
~ 44130 miles |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM sometimes when vehicle comes to a complete stop it feels as though it is being rear ended even though no |
41
~ 75225 miles |
| STEERING 2012 dodge ram with 4.7 litre engine. noticed a ground out vibration type noise at low speeds and at idle... |
39
~ 36330 miles |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING the headlights both high and low beams are so poor as to be a serious safety hazard. on low beam... |
38
~ 27176 miles |
| SERVICE BRAKES the factory installed trailer brake controller outputs the same voltage at all settings from 0-10. this results in the brakes... |
37
~ 38159 miles |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that the vehicle would loos power without warning.... |
21
~ 36220 miles |
| SUSPENSION at 4000 miles i noticed a "popping" noise from the driverside suspension. at 8000 miles the noise was much worse... |
16
~ 37922 miles |
| BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 65 mph the contact opened the rear passenger... |
15
~ 58204 miles |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL this vehicle with a 36 gallon gas tank makes a thump noise a few seconds after the vehicle stops when... |
12
~ 62145 miles |
| WHEELS i was on vacation in smokes going up a hill. i was behind a slow moving car about 25 to... |
10
~ 36843 miles |
| TIRES driving my 4 month old new 2012 ram 1500 4x4 in mid michigan after our first measurable snow fall. on... |
6
~ 29929 miles |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL the week of march 9th of this year we took the truck in for transmission problem and wheel alignment to... |
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| SEAT BELTS rear seat seat belts are inoperable. poor/faulty design. lower half of rear seat raises/lowers for storage. the buckle end of... |
4
~ 67125 miles |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2012 dodge ram with 4.7 litre engine. noticed a ground out vibration type noise at low speeds and at idle... |
4
~ 3644 miles |
| WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. while driving 20 mph the air bag warning light illuminated. the... |
3
~ 68000 miles |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER the heating and air conditions system would not operate. windows fogged up and defroster would not operate at all. lost... |
3
~ 38300 miles |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE this vehicle with a 36 gallon gas tank makes a thump noise a few seconds after the vehicle stops when... |
3
~ 38000 miles |
| SEATS the design of the headrest is bad. it forces you to bend your neck as such an angle that it... |
3
~ 32380 miles |
| DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while driving 70 mph the driveshaft dislodged from the vehicle and caused... |
2
~ 122000 miles |
| FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while the vehicle was idling in the park position the engine inadvertently... |
2
~ 69865 miles |
| HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. the contact was driving approximately 55 mph with the headlights activated... |
2
~ 29000 miles |
| LATCH > TAILGATE > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while driving at an undisclosed speed the tailgate opened independently and caused... |
1
~ 25000 miles |
| STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. the contact stated that a bracket was rusted around the fuel tank.... |
1
~ 100000 miles |
| MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while driving various speeds the vehicle shut off without warning. the vehicle... |
1
~ 178000 miles |
| REAR > SUSPENSION tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while driving various speeds the vehicle made an abnormal noise. the vehicle... |
1
~ 102126 miles |
| ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while driving 40 mph the accelerator pedal was depressed and became stuck.... |
1
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| MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. when the vehicle was started the contact heard an abnormal noise coming... |
1
~ 100017 miles |
| CALIPER > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while driving at an unknown speed smoke was present coming from the... |
1
~ 80000 miles |
| COLUMN SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION the vehicle may slip out of gear due to the transmission locking pin getting stuck open. ( no incidents have |
1
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| EXTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. the contact stated that the adhesive from both exterior mirrors were degrading... |
1
~ 6000 miles |
| SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while driving various speeds the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was... |
1
~ 80000 miles |
| BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that water was leaking from the brake light... |
1
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. while driving approximately 10 mph the brakes were applied but failed. there... |
1
~ 30000 miles |
| DIESEL > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v635000 (engine and... |
1
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| IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph the engine stalled... |
1
~ 47000 miles |
| LATCH > HOOD > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving at 60 mph the hood... |
1
~ 32000 miles |
| EQUIPMENT dodge ram laramie1500 4x4 crew cab built in june 2012 has factory 20x9 aluminum chrome clad wheels with goodyear wrangler... |
1
~ 31036 miles |
| DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE everything was alright we parked the truck came out and it wouldn't open the door so we manually opened the... |
1
~ 56000 miles |
| RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT when you copy mp3's to the hard drive and then play them the radio will lock up and not function... |
1
~ 1000 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your RAM 1500 and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your RAM 1500 to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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KSP 3"F+2"R Leveling Lift Kits for Ram 1...
- Vehicle competible: Fit for 2009-2019 ram 1500 4WD | 2019 ram 1500 2WD(New Body Style）| 2020-2022 ram 1500 2WD/4WD(New Body Style）| （Does Not Fit Ram 1500 2WD Mega Cab, TRX or Rebel Models）
- Notice:Lift spacer...
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3" Front and 2" Rear Leveling Lift Kits ...
- Fits Chart: 2009-2019 Do-dge Ram 1500 4WD 4x4 Only(Does not Fit Ram 1500 Mega Cab,TRX or Rebel Models),2019 ram 1500 2WD(New Body Style),2020-2022 ram 1500 2WD/4WD(New Body Style),2005-2007,2009-2011 Dakota 4WD 2WD,2006-2009 Raider (2WD 4WD),not fit...
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2" Rear Leveling Lift Kits for 2009-2018...
- Fits Chart: 2009-2018 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD 4x4 (not fit or Mega cab), 2000-2020 Tahoe/Suburban 1500, 2002-2013 Avalanche 1500 2WD 4WD please message us if need help or recommendation for other vehicles
- Easy Installation: installed...
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Rough Country 2" Leveling Kit for 2012-2...
- Give your Ram the Perfect Blend of Performance, Protection, and Style from Rough Country.
- Unmatched Ground Clearance to Conquer On and Off-Road Obstacles | Maintains smooth, OEM like ride | Re-Uses Factory Coil Springs.
- Lifts...
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MotoFab Lifts DR2-2WD-Black-2 inch Front...
- Will Raise the front of your truck by a true 2"
- Motofab Lifts are CNC machined out of billet aluminum and powdercoated black
- Can be installed in about 1 1/2-2 hours
- Made In The USA...
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MotoFab Lifts DR-2-2" Front Leveling Lif...
- Will Raise the front of your truck by a true 2"
- Motofab Lifts are CNC machined out of billet aluminum then powdercoated black to match your factory suspension.
- Can be installed in about 1 1/2-2...
Fender flares
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Spec-D Tuning 4PC Front + Rear Factory S...
- ✔️ All of Our Items are 100% In Original Packaging! You Will Never Receive a Used Item From Us!
- ✔️ Items are Exactly the Same as Shown in the Images! You Will Receive the Exact...
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Spec-D Tuning 4PC Front + Rear Factory S...
- ✔️ All of Our Items are 100% In Original Packaging! You Will Never Receive a Used Item From Us!
- ✔️ Items are Exactly the Same as Shown in the Images! You Will Receive the Exact...
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Duratrek Redrock 4x4 Pocket Style Fender...
- Pocket Style Fender Flares
- Provides Extra Protection From Road Debris
- Durable Automotive Grade Polypropylene
- Uv Treated Matte Black Finish
- Paintable - Install As Is Or Paint To Match
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Tyger Auto TG-FF8D4148 for 2009-2018 Dod...
- HARDCORE - Rugged appearance bolstered by recessed stainless steel rivets emphasizes their enormous presence. TYGER's upmarket, trim grade Pocket Style Fender Flares never disappoint.
- HEAVY DUTY - Manufactured by using Injection Molding technique to greatly...
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4Pcs Matte Texture Black Pocket-Riveted ...
- ▶️ 100% UV Protection, No Chalking, Cracking, or Warping
- ▶️ Pocket-Riveted Style Fender Flares are Custom-Designed for Your Specific Application
- ▶️ Installs with Provided Hardware
- ▶️ 3" Front Tire Coverage 2" Rear Tire Coverage
- ▶️...
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DNA Motoring WF-81009-MBK 4pcs Pocket-Ri...
- 100% UV Protection, No Chalking, Cracking, or Warping
- Pocket-Riveted Style Fender Flares are Custom-Designed for Your Specific Application
- Installs with Provided Hardware
- 3" Front Tire Coverage 2" Rear Tire Coverage
- Matte Bump Texture Finish
Rims
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Moto Metal MO970 Gloss Black with Milled...
- Gloss Black With Milled Lip Finish
- 17X8, 0 Offset
- Moto Metal takes pride for the wheel's one-piece high-grade aluminum construction
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OE Wheels LLC 22 Inch Fits Chrysler Aspe...
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 7164927
- Lifetime structural, one year face finish warranty. FREE Mounting and Balancing on this set.4
- Center cap included, factory center cap will interchange
- Lugs/Bolts/Locks/TPMS are NOT Included.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System...
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OE Wheels LLC 22 inch Rim Fits Dodge RAM...
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 9506585
- Lifetime structural, one year face finish warranty
- Center cap included, Original center cap will interchange
- Lugs/Bolts/Locks/TPMS are NOT Included.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Compatible, Click "See more product details"...
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OE Wheels LLC 22 inch Rim Fits RAM SRT W...
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 7154686 - Hollander Number: 2223
- Lifetime structural, one year face finish warranty.
- Center cap included, factory center cap will interchange
- Lugs/Bolts/Locks/TPMS are NOT Included.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Compatible, Click...
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ION 141 Gloss Black/Milled Spokes Wheel ...
- STOUT 8 SPOKE DESIGN WITH CHAMFERED EDGES; DEEP LIP DESIGN ADDS DIMENSION AND DEPTH; INTEGRATED CAP DESIGN ALLOWS FOR DUAL DRILL FITMENTS; INDUSTRY LEADING LOAD RATINGS UP TO 3, 640 POUNDS PER WHEEL WITH 40”...
Coilovers
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Bilstein 24-187367 5100 Series Front Sho...
- Package Weight: 2.563 kilograms
- Package Dimensions: 68.58 H x 8.89 L x 10.16 W (centimetres)
- Country of Origin : United States
- Fit type: Vehicle Specific
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Front Rear Strut Spring Shock Kit Set of...
- Direct Fit, OE Replacement Suspension Strut and Shock Absorber Assembly Kit
- Kit Includes: (2) Front Strut & Spring Assemblies; (2) Rear Shock Absorbers
- Vehicle Specific: Check fitment information in the listing for compatibility
- Aftermarket Reference...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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Car Battery Terminal Connectors, 2 Pcs 4...
- [4 WAY BATTERY TERMINAL] Made of high-quality brass and steel material which is corrosion resistant with excellent electrical conductivity that can reduce voltage distortion and transmission loss. And it has 4 ports for multiple cable...
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ICBEAMER 9.4" 240mm Easy Clip on Univers...
- ⭐Lengthened Design- The size of rear view mirror is 9.4 X 3.1 inches, longer than most of rear view mirror, which means can offer you a wider field of view than others , and car...
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MZS 3" Front + 2" Rear Leveling Kit, Lif...
- Compatible with Ram 1500 4WD 2009-2019 | 2020-2022 Ram 1500 2WD/4WD New Body Style | 2019 Ram 1500 2WD New Body Style (Does Not Fit Ram 1500 2WD, Mega Cab, TRX or Rebel Models）
- MZS...
Decals
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iJDMTOY 2pc 17x4-Inch White Gloss Finish...
- 2 pieces white gloss finish 4x4 lettering decal stickers
- Measured at approx 17.00" x 4.00"
- Compatible with Chevy/GMC 1500 2500 3500, Dodge RAM, Ford F150 F250 F350, Toyota Tundra Tacoma etc.
- Easy peel and stick...
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OE Power Sliding Back Window Back Power ...
- Compatible Models: 2009-2018 1500 Pickup , 2019-2020 1500 Classic Pickup , 2010-2022 2500 Pickup , 2010-2022 3500 Pickup , 2011-2022 4500 Pickup , 2011-2022 5500 Pickup , (Only for vehicles that original glass is power...
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Rightline Gear Range Jr Car Top Carrier,...
- QUALITY WEATHERPROOF + CONSTRUCTION: UV protected PVC Semi-Coated Mesh XT material, welded seams, and urethane coated zipper with hook-&-loop-close flap provide reinforced protection against rain, snow, heat, heavy winds, and other extreme conditions.
- 1 YEAR...
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Rvinyl Rtrim Pillar Post Decal Trim Comp...
- RESTYLE AND UPGRADE YOUR PILLARS Refinish sun damaged or scratched window pillars in under 20 minutes. Our pillar post rim kits are made from durable vinyl in five colors and finishes with air-release adhesives. Choose...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Car Keychain for Women,Keychain Accessor...
- Material:Our crystal keychains are crafted super sparkling crystal diamonds. And the inside of the net rope is covered with handmade rhinestone crystals, which are fashionable, crystal clear and beautiful, shining in the sun. The...
RAM 1500 specs
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Performance
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| Wheel Interchange |
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| Dimensions |
| Ground clearance |
| Weight |
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Interior
| Speakers size |
| Upgrades |
Maintenance
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| Oil Capacity |
| Wipers size |
| Fuses |
| Gas tank size |
| Battery size |
| Truck bed size |
| Safety ratings |
| Complaints |
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