These are standard specifications for the 2012 Ram 1500, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
Automatic Multi-Speed Overdrive
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel (standard), 4WD |
| Body / Chassis : | Ladder frame |
| Production Years for Series : | 2010 - 2018 |
| Price : | MSRP: $21,475-46,275 Invoice: $20,115-42,475 |
| Weight : | 6025 lbs | 2732.894 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3703 cc | 226.0 cu in. | 3.7 L. |
| Power : | 215 HP (158.24 KW) @ 5200 RPM |
| Torque : | 235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.6 in | 91 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.7:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 12 SOHC (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum Alloy |
| Sequential, Multi-Port, Electronic, Returnless | |
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4701 cc | 286.9 cu in. | 4.7 L. |
| Power : | 310 HP (228.16 KW) @ 5650 RPM |
| Torque : | 330 Ft-Lbs (447 NM) @ 3950 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.8:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 SOHC (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum Alloy |
| Sequential, Multi-Port, Electronic, Returnless | |
| Redline : | 6000 RPM |
Automatic Multi-Speed Overdrive
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 2.84 |
| 2nd Gear : | 1.57 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.00 |
| 4th Gear : | 0.69 |
Handling
Safety
| NHTSA Crash-Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 2012 Ram 1500 Crew Cab PU/CC 2WD | |
| Frontal driver : | Not Tested |
| Frontal passenger : | Not Tested |
| Side driver : |  |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : |  Risk of Rollover 19.8% |
| 2012 Ram 1500 Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | |
| Frontal driver : | Not Tested |
| Frontal passenger : | Not Tested |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 4 Wheel Drive : |  Risk of Rollover 21.9% |
| 2012 Ram 1500 Quad Cab PU/EC 4WD | |
| Frontal driver : | Not Tested |
| Frontal passenger : | Not Tested |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 4 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover 21.9% |
| 2012 Ram 1500 Quad Cab PU/EC 2WD | |
| Frontal driver : | Not Tested |
| Frontal passenger : | Not Tested |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover 19.8% |
| 2012 Ram 1500 Regular Cab PU/RC 2WD | |
| Frontal driver : | Not Tested |
| Frontal passenger : | Not Tested |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | Not Tested |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover 19.8% |
| 2012 Ram 1500 Regular Cab PU/RC 4WD | |
| Frontal driver : | Not Tested |
| Frontal passenger : | Not Tested |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | Not Tested |
| Rollover 4 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover 21.9% |
Recall
| Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 12V192000 |
| Summary | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 RAM 1500 TRUCKS, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 5, 2012 THROUGH JANUARY 6, 2012. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES HAVE A SPARE TIRE THAT DOES NOT MATCH THE SPECIFICATIONS LISTED ON THE TIRE PLACARD. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, ?TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.? |
| Consequence | IF INSTALLED, THE INCORRECTLY SIZED SPARE TIRE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY ACTIVATE THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM, ALTERING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE ESC SYSTEM, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR VEHICLES AS NECCESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 21, 2012. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. |
| Notes | CHRYSLER?S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS M14.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20080528 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V160000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame 'T-Slot' bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground. |
| Consequence | If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20080528 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V821000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition. |
| Consequence | Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20091201 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 13V038000 |
| Summary | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion ***** may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline that can allow relative motion between the ***** and companion flange. |
| Consequence | If the rear axle pinion ***** loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning. |
| Remedy | On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion ***** retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N08. |
| Notes | This campaign is an expansion of a recall campaign 12V-474.Chrysler's recall campaign number is N08.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20110118 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 15V459000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring. |
| Consequence | This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness. Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R36. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20110516 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 16E041000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These Mopar canvas seat covers were sold through Chrysler dealerships beginning October 15, 2015. The seat covers can impede the deployment of the seat thorax airbags. |
| Consequence | If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a injury. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners to remove the front seat covers and return them for a full refund. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S30. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20111006 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V824000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf |
| Consequence | If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on 'Product Safety Recall' for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2012 Averages
| Avg. Home : | $263,200 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.55 |
| Total Car Production : | 10,335,765 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2012 Ram 1500?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Ram 1500? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has wheelbase sizes of 120.50 and 140.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2012 Ram 1500? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has lengths of 209.00-, 229.00-, 231.00-inches.Q: What is the width of the 2012 Ram 1500? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has a width of 79.40 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Ram 1500 have?A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has 40.30- to 41.00-inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Ram 1500 have?A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has legroom of 41.00 inches.Q: What is the 2012 Ram 1500's towing capacity?A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has a towing capaicty of 7250.00 lbs.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2012 Ram 1500? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 was offered as a Crew Cab, Short Bed, Quad Cab, Short Bed, Regular Cab, Long Bed, Regular Cab, Short Bed.Q: How much did the 2012 Ram 1500 cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 had an MSRP of $21,475 - $$46,275 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2012 Ram 1500 have? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 had the following engine options: V 6 (3703 cc | 226.0 cu in. | 3.7 L.) with 215 HP (158.24 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 4000 RPM V 8 (4701 cc | 286.9 cu in. | 4.7 L.) with 310 HP (228.16 KW) @ 5650 RPM and 330 Ft-Lbs (447 NM) @ 3950 RPM Q: What transmission did the 2012 Ram 1500 have? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 had a Automatic Multi-Speed Overdrive gearbox.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Ram 1500? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has wheelbase sizes of 120.50 and 140.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2012 Ram 1500? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has lengths of 209.00-, 229.00-, 231.00-inches.Q: What is the width of the 2012 Ram 1500? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has a width of 79.40 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Ram 1500 have?A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has 40.30- to 41.00-inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Ram 1500 have?A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has legroom of 41.00 inches.Q: What is the 2012 Ram 1500's towing capacity?A: The 2012 Ram 1500 has a towing capaicty of 7250.00 lbs.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2012 Ram 1500? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 was offered as a Crew Cab, Short Bed, Quad Cab, Short Bed, Regular Cab, Long Bed, Regular Cab, Short Bed.Q: How much did the 2012 Ram 1500 cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 had an MSRP of $21,475 - $$46,275 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2012 Ram 1500 have? A: The 2012 Ram 1500 had the following engine options: V 6 (3703 cc | 226.0 cu in. | 3.7 L.) with 215 HP (158.24 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 4000 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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