2002 Dodge Ram Van 1500 Extended
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The 2002 Dodge Ram Van 1500 Extended is a 245-hp 5.9-liter V8 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $20,035 MSRP and is rated at 13 mpg combined.
It makes 245 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 335 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 11 mpg city and 16 mpg highway (13 mpg combined).
The Ram Van measures 208.5 inches long on a 127.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,378 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Van |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,035 ($36,194 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.9L Magnum V8 |
| Displacement | 5.9 L |
| Horsepower | 245 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 335 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 16-valve |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 11 MPG |
| Highway | 16 MPG |
| Combined | 13 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 35 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15.0" |
| Wheels Rear | 15.0" |
| Tires Front | P235/75R15 |
| Tires Rear | P235/75R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 208.5 in |
| Width | 78.8 in |
| Height | 79.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 127.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,378 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 39 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 65.7 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2002 Dodge Ram Van 1500 Extended with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Dodge RAM VAN. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 4, 2007 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
ON CERTAIN VAN AND PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE IGNITION/PARK SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEM MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE. THIS CAN ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE "PARK" POSITION WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED (OR IN THE "LOCK" POSITION). THIS CAN ALSO ALLOW THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE "PARK" POSITION.
Consequence: EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY CAUSING A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GEARSHIFT BLOCKER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign 07V555000
974 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Dodge RAM VAN
Owner Complaints
974 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Dodge RAM VAN (76 mention a crash, 20 a fire, 60 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 297 |
| Power Train | 121 |
| Electrical System | 103 |
| Suspension | 88 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 78 |
| Air Bags | 67 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 DODGE RAM VAN. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.