Problems with 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 STRUCTURE

The dashboard has been constantly cracking and finally a piece of it has caved into the dash. i have heard many other dodge rams 1500 of the same year 2001 are having the same issue. *tr

I have a 2001 dodge ram pickup that the dash board cracked in three different places, for no reason. *tr

2001 dodge ram dashboard is breaking apart. consumer is afraid that if pieces keep falling into the dash there could be some serious issues with wiring, wire shorting, fire, and possible air bag deployment when its not needed. *kb

Upper dash panel (part #5gk45lazab) is cracking into sharp pieces and i worry that sensitive electrical components will become exposed or that sharp pieces will fall off and injure occupants. i have already cut myself from these pieces. please research and advise manufacturer to issue a recall. *tr

Top of dash board is cracked in mutiple locations. no cause for cracks. *tr

My dash is cracking to pieces; falling apart. the inside of the dash is being exposed to the elements and i fear that the sun or the broken pieces of plastic will damage the wiring. *tr

I purchased a 2001 dodge ram 1500, used, in 2005, with approximately 45,000 miles. there was a small crack in the dash board on the passenger side, located at the base of the front window. the cracks have been growing steadily. now the entire dash board is cracked with multiple cracks, from the base of the window to the trim surrounding the gauges. i am concerned that the cracks will continue and cause issue with the passenger side air bag. additionally, i am concerned that the dash will start to break or fall into the wiring under the dash, possibly causing serious damage and or fatalities due to a fire or something. i only have 56,000 miles on the vehicle! *jb

Dashboard is cracked in the middle of the dashboard, from the windshield to the front of the dashboard. incident date is date of purchase of used vehicle. original incident date unknown. *tr

My dash is cracking on my truck ,i wonder how dodge would like for me to go on t.v. news and do a story on this defect. *tr

I found my dodge ram 1500 to have a dash crack yesterday out of nowhere, i do not drive much just back roads from home to work and have tinted windows and a sun shield. heard from a friend about this and made fun of him only to notice i too have cracks. *tr

I have a 2001 dodge ram 1500 with cracks in the dash around the area where the passenger airbag would deploy. in investigating repair options for this i have discovered a significant number of owners are experiencing the same problem and chrysler is ignoring this problem even though notified many times. it is so prevalent that in less that one hour i found 20 cases of the same exact form letter being sent to individuals who had notified chrysler. somebody needs to jerk chrysler back into reality with a significant problem - when the airbag goes off , plastic dash shrapnel flying everywhere is not a good thing! *jb

The failure of the plastic dashboard in my 2001 dodge ram 1500 is a safety issue. there was not any particular event leading to its failure. one day i was cleaning the inside of the windshield and did not notice the large crack until i sliced my arm on it. it concerns me that this injury occurred while the vehicle was not in motion. i can not even imagine the injuries that could occur at high speeds from the faulty plastic. the fact remains that no recall has been issued on the current plastic as well as the "replacement dash." i mean a replacement dash that will eventually crack and inflict the same injuries as before. *tr

Cracked dashboard. *tr

I own a 2001 dodge ram that the top of the dashboard is cracking badly. i have heard of several others with the same problem. i asked my local dealer and they said that dodge would not repair as a recall. also a new dashboard is around $330.00. i have also heard that it will get worse and collapse. if there are several thousand complaints why won't they recall them? *tr

Dash is cracking on passenger side of vehicle. it starts from the window down to the airbag. this is a problem most 2001 rams are having and it is a safety issue. *tr

2001 dodge ram 1500 started developing cracks in the dashboard in 2007 starting near the windshield. vehicle was purchased new in 2001 and now has 95,000 miles. *tr

My company owns a 2001 dodge ram 1500 pickup truck. purchased it used approximately 3 years ago and within a short time dashboard started cracking and caving in. i thought mine was an isolated problem, but i did research and found many complaints about the dodge pick trucks doing this. it is not under warranty by dodge but it should, with so many complaints with the same problem.some of the complaints said wiring were severed and electrical problems from the cave ins. my is now very serious and i am afraid the same problems will occur from this. dodge is aware of this problem but has no recall. i want dodge to replace this as soon as possible at their expense. they should take responsibility for the safety hazards from their vehicles. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

My 2001 dodge dash board cracked and collapsed into a 4 by 8 inch hole. i have since been having problems with my headlights. *jb

The dashboar d is cracked in several places , and also a few places have caved in. there are some electrical problems with dashboar d also.*ak

2001 dodge ram 1500, the dash is literally crumbling daily. i have 1 very large hole & large cracks all over. the dash had gotten worse every week. i have done nothing to repair this as it is not repairable unless the complete dash is replaced. the hole in the dash reflects a glare as its right in front of the driver. *tr

Huge crack and hole in dashboard. *tr

My dash has been cracking out over the last year and 1/2. the cracks look identical to pictures of other dodge truck dashes i've seen on the internet and news. i and so many other owners are experiencing cracks that a safety recall should be issued immediately before someone is seriously injured because of the faulty plastic used on all these dodge trucks. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 1500. the dashboard has cracked in various places. the dealer stated that they would repair the failure at the contacts expense. the failure mileage was 175,270 and current mileage was 163,000. updated 03-25-08 *bf updated 03/25/08 *tr

The dashboard has fallen apart piece by piece. wires are now dangerously exposed and the broken pieces could turn into dangerous, sharp flying debris in the event of an accident. *tr

Cracked dashboard. no off road use or accident. multiple cracks originating on passenger side on the front of dash between vent and windshield. sharp, cracked plastic above the passenger air bag area. *tr

Cracked/damaged dashboard agate assy. sharp edges have tendency to cut/harm persons in vehicle. broken vents fall into air duct causing harm to a/c sys. must be replaced before any other issues occur. *tr

Cracked dashboard. *tr

I am complaining about my 2001 dodge ram 1500 4x4 pickup truck in reference to the numerous cracks in my dashboard. i agree with many other chrysler owners that there should be a recall on the issue at no cost to the vehicle owners. *tr

The 2001 dodge ram 1500 pick up dashboard is cracking. *ak

I am repeat dodge customer. however, i have recently become concerned about my dodge ram 1500. the dashboard has cracked and is now currently falling through in several laces. immediately above the steering column a large chunk of about six inches wide and 8 inches long fell through the dashboard, through the electrical wiring and onto the accelerator pedal. this sharp piece could have caused an injury had i not been wearing work boots. as my daughters have on occasion driven this vehicle i have become concerned for their safety due to the potential of electrical wiring damage and/or airbag deployment problems. i urge someone to push for a recall before sharp items disfigured someone in an accident or a fire is initiated due to nicked wires. my confidence in dodge has truly diminished due to their disregard nd unconcern on this matter. *jb

I own a 2001 dodge ram 1500 4x4. i had one crack in my dash one day and then the whole thing was cracked the next. i called chrysler and they said that it is out of the warranty period. it only has 50,000 miles on it. so far all of my electrical is working, but it has not caved in yet or lost any chucks so wee will see what happens from here. *tr

I have a 2001 dodge ram 1500 pick up truck that i bought new. i started to have cracks appear in the dash. i reported it to the dealer while the truck was still under the factory extended warranty. they listed it as follows, customer states crack in dash, verified concern, found faulty dash pad, $665+tax to replace, customer declined at this time. this was in july of 06, now in january of 2010 i have big holes in the dash and cracks are spreading to gauges. *tr

I have a 2001 dodge ram pick up truck with only 30,000 miles on it an just recently the dashboard starting cracking, small cracks at first but now progressed to a point where it may be unsafe to drive. *tr

I own a 2001 dodge ram 1500 pickup. the dashboard is badly cracked at various locations. no action has yet been taken to correct he defect. *tr

I am the owner of a dodge ram 1500 pickup year 2001. about 6-9 mos ago i noticed a crack inthe dashboard going the width of the dash about midway across the dash. i heard a report on the news about problems with the 01 dodge pickup dashes cracking and causing problems such as electrical or headlight problems. i have noticed a second crack staring and am concerned regarding the safety especially since i use my vehicle for work.

2001 dodge ram has a cracked dashboard. *tr

The dashboard on the dodge ram 2001 truck is cracked and keeps cracking more and more. i am afraid that soon it will crack completely leaving me without a dashboard at all. as i have been looking on the internet, i have also noticed there are hundreds of people having the same problem with this exact truck. this is starting to become a major safety concern because if it cracks and falls into the electrical compartment, a fire or device shortage could occur. the dashboard replacement plus labor is $600-$700. dodge needs to recall this item so that everyone can be safe out on the road and not worry that this could cause a wreck or fire. *tr

I own a 2001 dodge ram 1500 and the dashboard has completely cracked and caved in. the in dash wiring harness is exposed. this truck only has 17,000 miles on it (as of june 2007), the truck is hardly ever driven and is kept in a garage in northern virginia. the dash, like numerous other dodge rams, has fallen apart due to poor manufacturing materials. the dash has to be replaced at a cost of $1200. *jb

2001 dodge ram 1500 dash is cracking severely. will not be long before pieces start falling out exposing wires. called chrysler and was told vehicle is out of warranty and it is my problem. *tr

I purchased a 2001 dodge ram 1500 pickup truck new from the dealer. the plastic dash has developed cracks from the windshield to the front. these large cracked pieces create a safety issue in an accident or airbag deployment. the plastic material used in manufacturing is obviously defective. *tr

2001 dodge dash board cracking (nation wide) local new median notified public of problem's with 2001 dodge truck. which can cause electrical & operational usage while driving. can cause severe accident's & injury to other's. *tr

2001 dodge truck dash board cracking, (nationwide.) local new median notified public to problem with 2001 dodge truck, which can cause electrical shortage & operational problem while driving during daytime & nighttime. can cause accident & injury to self or other's. the manufacturer company nor dealer are taking the responsibility of fixing the problem, which is very costly to the consumer. *tr

The 2001 dodge ram pickup truck has a dashboard that is mysteriously cracking and collapsing. *ak

Started cracking and then holes began to appear. thedashboard on the 2001 dodge ram cracked and had large holes. dodge will not replace the dashboard as it was only cosmetic, and was not a recall. *ak

Cracks (multiple) radiating out from windshield defroster openings, also trim around gauges cracking on top. *ak

Dashboard of my truck has large running crack with a second smaller one beginning. truck is a 2001 dodge ram 1500 . i have recently seen a report on television in which many trucks of the same make/model are having similar problems. will there be a recall on the dashboards? this has been ongoing for several months. the crack has not stopped running ever since i have noticed it.*ak

Numerous cracks and chips on the dash of my 2001 dodge ram 1500. i recently watch a news clip on this issue where a lady had her electrical components working improperly and her lights went out when she was driving at night. this could have led to a serious accident. the report attributed the problem to the dash being open to the heat of the sun or a plastic piece may have interrupted the wiring. this seems to be a problem with this vehicle and i would like dodge to repair or replace this for customers at little or no cost. this is a defect that could cause an accident and they should take responsibility for the defective dash. the news channel was local news 6 out of orlando, fl. *jb updated 01-14-08. *kb updated 12/12/07

Dashboard cracking in multiple locations. no weight or undue exposure to light or heat preceded this. truck has been housed in garage or carport for most of the years since buying it. vehicle was bought brand new. when parked in parking lots a sun screen was used. *ak

1) unknown of what event lead up to this problem 2) the dash board on my 2001 dodge truck has several cracks that have appeared over the las 6 -10 months. i have researched the internet and have found may entries where other people are having the same problem with their truck. the dealerships are telling people that that the dashboard is not a recall item and that nothing can be done about as far as the dealers stand point. as far as i can tell this problem is isolated to just dodge products and they need to be forced to make this right. *tr

Dodge 2001 ram truck has a fracturing and collapsing dash, i have recently been made aware that there are many other people with the same model truck experiencing the same problem including headlights shutting of when alternating between highs and lows possibly caused by the pieces falling from the dash and interrupting the wiring. *tr