Problems with 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 STRUCTURE

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracked to the point that it fractured into pieces. the contact was concerned that the failure could affect other components. the contact did not know if the dashboard was uv coated. lithia chrysler jeep dodge of great falls (4025 10th ave s, great falls, mt 59405, (406) 205-3430) was notified. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 121,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that the dashboard cracked and fractured in the vehicle. the manufacturer stated that the dashboard was not under warranty and the vehicle would have the same defective dashboard installed. the cracks were six to eight inches wide and started to appear on july 22, 2006. the manufacturer never attempted to repair the dashboard. the failure mileage was 103,000. ma 09/25 updated 10/19/2017*cn

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that the dashboard was defective and exhibited fractures on the driver's side. the dashboard was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 105,000.

Brakes failed when applied. abs and brake warning lights came on with very little braking. after hard braking application the tires locked and slid about 5 inches in damp backtop and hit a car stopped at a light. had plenty of time to brake but no or very little braking action. later inspection showed that one of the brake lines rusted through and lost pressure. this is the second time this has happened. these trucks are prone to brake line rusting. driver seemed to be fine and drove away after exchanging info. he later claimed injury. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the secondary hood latch failed and caused the hood to open and strike the windshield. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 317,000.

Dash board totally destroyed lights and a/c switch won;t work properly radio is attached only by 2 screws i am afraid that the lights will not operate at nite anymore and became unsafe to drive. contacted local dodge dealers, indicating they don"t have any recalls on this item and there is nothing they can do to help. this is a serious problem with defective material, but chrysler refused to knowledge the problem. *tr

My dash board on my 2001 dodge ram 2500 has completely broke causing the plastic to enter in to the dash causing my lights to flicker both thee inner and outer dash has failed. parts have also flew at me in the face area. *tr

Top of dash is cracked all the way through from front to back in several places. it has always been parked either in the shade of under a carport. *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that while parked, he noticed a crack from the dashboard to the windshield. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer. the contact stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 92,000 and the current mileage was 92,300.

The dashboard in this vehicle started to disintegrate at about 70,000 miles, even though it had a dash cover and window sun protection in at all times, since purchase of the vehicle. it was like a sinkhole opening up in dash. it is now causing wiring problems to the point i have it in the shop. called dodge to see if there is a recall as the mechanic said he has the same truck, with same issue, and every dodge 2001 truck he works on has the same issue. dodge would not comment. i have a dodge ram 2500 1992, and the dash looks like new. it is a defect that needs to be recalled. it can cause the headlights to short out while driving. *tr

The dashboard started to disintegrate almost immediately after purchase. at 70,000 miles it had opened up a giant sinkhole and started causing electrical shortages, like headlights going out occasionally while driving. now every time the fan is run, small pieces fly around the cab. a piece got into my eye while driving, it was a bad situation. i had to be treated with antibiotics in eye for a cut. now i am seriously concerned for my safety in the event the airbags deploy. sharp shards of shrapnel could be forced into my body by the airbag deploying. it is a very unsafe situation for driver and passenger. i am having the whole dash replaced at my own cost because of this. dodge refuses to help. unfortunately my mechanic says he replaces these all the time because of this issue, but in two years new dash is disintegrating again. this is clearly an unsafe situation that needs to be dealt with, before fatalities occur. *tr

I have owned this truck about 3 years. the vehicle has approx. 39,000 miles on it. i noticed small cracks in the dashboard. over the last 3 years, the cracks have gotten larger. i was traveling on interstate 81 and going across a bridge joint. the bridge joint dips down and the shock of the bridge joint caused the dashboard to completely shatter into pieces. these pieces are very sharp and brittle. these pieces flew up onto the seat. during an impact, these pieces could impale a person sitting in either the driver or passenger side. these pieces also fell down into the electrical system on the vehicle. it could impact the air bags or the computer on the vehicle. when i got home, i called dodge to see if there was any vehicle assistance program or recalls. they said there weren't any. i have all the pieces off the dash if someone would like to look at them. i did remove the dash from the vehicle in fear that someone would be hurt by these sharp pieces. i've read many stories about the dashboards on dodge ram trucks. i cannot believe that this is in the best interest of the consumer. from what i've read, the dashes on all dodge rams between 1998 and 2004 have been defective. i can't believe that there has been no recall on these dashes. if you have any questions, please e-mail me or call. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

The plastic dashboard is cracking and disintegrating before my very eyes. every day the cracks widen and spread, and every day another piece of the dashboard breaks completely off. the shards of plastic are sharp and jagged, and potentially dangerous. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that the dashboard started to developed cracks. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 84,000.

Cracks formed in the dash and after a few months the dash began to fall apart. i duct taped it together out of fear that water would short out the electrical components visible through the loose pieces. *tr

Driving down the highway hood flew open at 65 mph. i had been driving the truck for several hours previously never touched the hood latch release arm in the truck in fact the hood had not been open in several weeks. i think there are still faulty hood latches out there on some of these trucks and the owners need to be notified. *tr

The spare tire below the pickup bed broke loose from it's cable and fell out on to the highway. this also happened with my 1998 dodge dakota. *tr

The dash has been developing bad cracks but now has just crumbled leaving gaping holes and sharp and jagged pieces. *tr

The dashboard has cracked into many sharp loose pieces. these pieces could fall into the wiring and other components under the dash or fly into the driver and cause a major problem. this would be a serious problem for occupants of the vehicle and fellow motorist. the fix as far as i can determine is very costly and extensive. the problem stems from faulty materials used in manufacturing and should be a recall item. this is not the only instance of material failure on this model year truck. i have read of many such occurrences and hope this will be resolved soon. *tr

The rear spring pads on my truck are rusting apart. not just surface corrosion but actual splitting and flaking of the metal. i am concerned about loss of control if the pad splits apart as the rear axle could shift, causing an accident. *tr

The dash is falling apart. i have concerns this may affect the airbag system wiring resulting in failure to function in the event of an accident. *tr

The dashboard has broken into several pieces which may create a hazard in an accident. it is still staying together but i'm concerned over time that it will not. *tr

My dodge 2001 ram, dashboard cracking. there are 2 other guys here at work that have the same issue, both rams between 2001/2008. story on the news today of problems everywhere. been cracking over last 4-5 years. *kb

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that there was a crack in the dashboard. the dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer. the manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 170,000. the vin was unavailable.

Dash was cracked up and a piece flew out and got hit in face. *tr

Dashboard plastic, dashboard pad section breaks, falls apart in 1999 to 2006 model year dodge ram 1500 and dodge ram 2500 pickups and may cut wiring inside dash, possibly creating a hazard. it appears to be a common complaint online. dodge appears to be unconcerned. *tr

The dashboard is falling apart into several sharp pieces. i had a 4"x5" piece fall into the dashboard this week. *tr

Dash board has cracked and now caving in showing all of the inside components. hope the sun won't melt the wires. *tr

The dash on my 2001 ram is cracking up now pieces are starting to fall off i believe this is a safety issue. broken parts can damage wiring and become projectiles in a collision. *tr

2001 dodge ram 2500 4x4, brake line directly behind gas tank above rear axle on the driver side rusts/corrodes which causes a major brake fluid leak and causes loss of brakes. this area is hidden from immediate sight by the spare tire and apparently buildup doesn't get washed away in the carwash or when it rains or from road spray etc. i have never seen brake lines rust so bad. they actually look like they swell as they rust and scale. the rest of the vehicles undercarrage is 90% black paint from the factory, but the brake lines are rusting. manufacturer should have used stainless steel brake line material or at least a coated type brakeline. loss of brakes is a big safety issue. there should be no warranty period on something like this, they should be the last thing to go on the vehicle. there should be a paid in full recall before someone gets hurt or killed. *tr

2001 dodge ram 2500 dashboard cracked in so many places that it caved in and affected the high/lo beam switch. i turned the high beam switch on and the headlights went completely off. i immediately pulled over and somehow got the lo beams back on. this is a very dangerous situation that can put innocent lives in grave danger. please do something to resolve this issue before anything bad happens. *tr

Dash and bezel are cracking. pieces are falling into it. what problems will this cause. heater core is leaking spilling coolant onto cab carpet and pad. was told this model truck has no air intake filter to stop leaves and other trash from entering the system then rotting in the heater core box creating mold which corrodes the core. *tr

1.) after opening the hood the rubber strip running across the top edge of the firewall (where back of hood meets) may become dislodged and fall onto the turbocharger housing. 2.) this occurs almost every time hood is opened. the last time i had to open the hood it was dark and i did not notice that it had become detached again when i closed the hood. 3.) since the rubber had caught on fire i removed it and allowed it to burn itself out on my driveway. the last time it came in contact with the turbo i was able to notice it before it actually had caught on fire, this time i was not so lucky. *tr

Dashboard has cracked in four places. found last summer. *tr

My dashboard had a small crack that has turned in to a massive sinkhole. my fear is possible life threatening injury/ permanent disability to myself or a passenger as a result of passenger side airbag deployment that would cause the remaining pieces of plastic to become projectiles. the dealer has told me that no recall has been issued so they will not take any corrective action. *tr

Dash cracking. presently no issues other than cracked dash, however, speed at which dash is deteriorating could lead to electrical failures, as has happened to several other owners of this make vehicle. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. while the vehicle was parked she noticed that the dashboard was cracked severely. she stated that as she was cleaning the dashboard it became progressively worse and caused her to sustain a minor cut to her hand. the contact stated that the dashboard was very brittle. she called the manufacturer and was advised to file a formal complaint and someone would call her back. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 92,000 and the current mileage was 93,005. updated 01/04/11*lj updated 01/10/11

Dash cracked on my 2001 dodge ram 2500. smaller cracks are branching off of the large one. *tr

I have a 2001 dodge ram 2500 diesel my dash has stared cracking and becoming loose i am afraid it will fall off my truck is in good condition other than that has there been any recalls. *tr

Dashboard cracking/failing , related elec. proplems w/ headlight dimmer. *tr

Our 2001 dodge ram 2500 pickup dashboard has cracked and is caving in (in all different places) - the dodge dealer said it's not a recall so there is nothing they can do about it. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated the dashboard was developing severe cracks along its entire structure. the contact also stated he could no longer place any objects on the dashboard. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they were unable to diagnose or repair the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. the approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Hard plastic dash board cracks into lots of hard sharp pieces that can become deadly projectiles in a crash. instrument cluster bezel also becomes brittle and can pose a severe laceration risk in a collision situation. also, as the dash degrades, large chunks can become dislodged during driving on rough roads or when hitting a bump. these chunks can slide and move about the cab and either cause a dangerous distraction resulting in a crash, or, can fly about and potentially cause injury to occupants due to the sharp edges. please prove that the nhtsa is not just another bloated government agency in the pocket of the auto manufacturers and do something about this issue that has plagued dodge truck owners for years. *tr

Dash cracked down the middle for no reason have done some resource and found that it can lead to electrical problems. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that approximately nine different cracks were exhibited throughout the dashboard and pieces of the dashboard were detaching from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics or repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Around 2009 i started noticing cracks in dash. they continued to get bigger and begin breaking off in chunks. now i wonder when dash will fall apart. *tr

2001 dodge ram 2500 - dash failing: dash above passenger airbag deteriorating causing potential failure of airbag to deploy during crash, or increasing chance of personal injury. research into this condition indicates pervasive problem among dodge ram trucks of similar year model. *tr

Driving down road and hood flew open on my 2001 dodge 2500. hood and latches bent back obstructing view completely. traffic was light on a usually busy road which prevented further problems. *tr

I own an '01 dodge ram 2500 quad cab. bought it used in 2005. in summer of 2009 the dash started cracking from windshield down the glove box, and from windshield to front bezel in front of driver. now cracks all over. no pieces fallen out yet, but sure will be happening soon. asked local dealer about dash, said nothing to do except replace it. told me probably would be problem finding replacement dash as there were so many cracked. told me to buy dash cover. nice. don't think so!!!! *tr

I have a 2001 dodge ram truck and the dash is falling apart and cracking all over the dash - i have been told this is a safety issue dealing with wiring, etc and dodge won't fix the problem. i believe this is a definite defect in the material that produced this dash and i'm finding other owners having the same problem. i believe this a dodge problem and not mine to repair this problem. how many others have this same problem - sounds like it is hugh. *tr