Sell your 2003 Dodge Ram Van for cash

The 2003 Dodge Ram Van is a van that came with a choice of 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.2L 8-cyl and 5.9L 8-cyl engines. At 23 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2003 Dodge Ram Van at a glance

Body styleVans, Cargo Type
Engines3.9L 6-cyl, 5.2L 8-cyl, 5.9L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 3-spd, Automatic 4-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline, Natural Gas
Fuel economy10–13 city / 13–18 highway / 13–14 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,550–$5,150 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂541–684 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA7 configurations: Ram Van 1500 2WD, Ram Van 2500 2WD, Ram Van 2500 2WD CNG
Age23 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 23 years old, most of a 2003 Ram Van's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a van, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2003 Ram Van. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags, typically around 120,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2003 Dodge Ram Van recalls

NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering the 2003 Dodge Ram Van. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsMay 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V312000Park outside / do not drive

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2003 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured August 29, 2002, to July 25, 2003 to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag inflator which may produce excessive internal pressure causing the inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag. This…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

SteeringNov 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V528000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4, model year 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis and model year 2006-2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4 trucks manufactured February 12, 2002, through February 13, 2008. The left tie rod assembly may break.

Risk: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

SteeringJul 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V350000

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Dodge ram 2500/3500 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011 Dodge ram 3500 cab chassis 4x2, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; and model year 2008 Dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4, manufactured from february 14…

Risk: This condition could result in the potential loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Power TrainOct 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V462000

On certain pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines and automatic transmissions, in an attempt to exit the vehicle quickly without shutting off the engine and removing the key, the driver may inadvertently leave the automatic transmission shift control in indicated reverse.

Risk: This error is an unintended action that may result in a lack of transmission park pawl engagement and possibly delayed rearward movement of the vehicle.

WheelsJun 2003 · NHTSA campaign 03V212000

Certain heavy duty pickup trucks, the aluminum wheels may have excessive porosity in the center hub area which can cause a wheel to crack.

Risk: This could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in a crash without warning.

Vehicle Speed ControlFeb 2003 · NHTSA campaign 03V033000

Certain pickup trucks, equipped with cummins diesel engines and manual transmissions, may experience an elevated idle speed after extended cruise control use.

Risk: This can result in unintended acceleration and a reduction in braking effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Common 2003 Ram Van problems

Owners have filed 1,832 complaints about the 2003 Dodge Ram Van with NHTSA. 106 reports involved a crash and 14 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 109 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Air Bags582
  • Structure257
  • Steering141
  • Structure111
  • Suspension106
  • Unknown or Other101

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags120,000 mi
  • Structure71,000 mi
  • Steering90,000 mi
  • Structure97,000 mi
  • Suspension104,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other93,000 mi

2003 Dodge Ram Van service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 60 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2003 Dodge Ram Van. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Engine and Engine Cooling14
  • Structure12
  • Equipment11
  • Electrical System4
  • Electrical System4
  • Power Train2

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2026 · S1203000003 REV.A

    Trac-Rite Operation Diagnosis, Chatter, Shudder, Moving From A Stop And Turning

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 2024 · 101232

    Plate - Planetary

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2021 · 9001784

    Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2021 · 9001784

    Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2020 · 9004275

    KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2020 · 9004275

    KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 6 defect investigations covering the 2003 Dodge Ram Van.

Air BagsEA21002 · opened Sep 2021, open

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to

Air BagsEA15001 · opened Feb 2015, openLed to recall 14V668

Air Bag Inflator Rupture

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE14-016 in June 2014 based on six inflator rupture incidents involving consumer owned vehicles produced by five vehicle manufacturers.All six vehicles were operated in Florida or Puerto Rico at the time of the rupture and for the majority of their service life, and were

SteeringAQ14003 · opened Oct 2014, closed May 2016

Chrysler's execution of 13V-528 & 529

RMD opened this audit query (AQ) investigation in order to better understand and evaluate Chrysler's process(es) for timely and efficient execution of its safety recall campaigns, including its oversight and management of its parts division Mopar.Prior to opening this investigation, RMD had raised concerns with the com

Air BagsPE14016 · opened Jun 2014, closed Mar 2015Led to recall 13V172000

Air Bag Inflator Rupture

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE14-016 in June 2014 based on six inflator rupture incidents involving consumer owned vehicles produced by five vehicle manufacturers.All six vehicles were operated in Florida or Puerto Rico at the time of the rupture and for the majority of their service life, and were

Power TrainEA04025 · opened Aug 2004, closed Dec 2005Led to recall 05V462000

False park

The subject vehicles are heavy duty pickup trucks with diesel engines and automatic transmissions commonly used for commercial and work purposes.a column mounted shift lever is used for gear selection and an electronic prndl on the instrument panel provides gear position information to the driver.the subject vehicles a

Power TrainPE04039 · opened Apr 2004, closed Aug 2004

False park

There have been 50 complaints to odi and daimlerchrysler alleging incidents of reverse powered rollaway in subject vehicles that were parked with the engine running and the parking brake disengaged.the incidents are alleged to have resulted in 42 crashes and 3 injuries. According to daimlerchrysler, incident vehicle in

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Selling a 2003 Ram Van: questions

How much is a 2003 Dodge Ram Van worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2003 Ram Van that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2003 Ram Vans that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2003 Ram Van with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2003 Dodge Ram Van; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2003 Ram Van?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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