Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
Dashboard cracked in two places. This cracking was apparently spontanous.
The dash board on my 97 Dodge ram has cracked in several places. One major concern is the dash cracked over the air bag, I can see electrical components inside the dash area. The local Dodge dealership refused to repair the damaged dash board. Consumer wanted to know the outcome to the many complaints involving the cracking of the dashboard. Updated 11/01/11.
There was nothing leading up to the failure, all of a sudden my dashboard just started cracking all over the place.
Dash board cracking and falling off.
Severely cracked dash that could puncture air bag upon deployment.
Multiple cracks on dashboard, approx. 13 cracks.
1997 Dodge Ram 1500 5. 2l v8 single cab(laramie) dash is cracked right down the center, cruise control is not working anymore and air conditioning goes in and out with acceleration.
1997 Dodge Ram 1500 dash board cracks in several places; even has a 12" x 9" hole in top of dash at this point.
Dashboard coming apart and caving in on 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 pu.
I own a 1997 Dodge truck. T he dash has cracks in it. I have only had the truck about 1 year and the cracks have grown some.
97 Dodge ram 1500 dash cracking in many places , defect in workmanship, safety hazzard if it falls into dash . Front bezel may fall off because it is connected to the cracking dash.
The contact owns a 1997 Dodge 1500. Approximately three years ago, the dashboard began cracking in small squares. He had to glue the pieces back on the vehicle. The dealer advised him to call the Dodge manufacturer for an approval number, but they refused. The current mileage was 189,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.
I took my '97 Ram 1500 to the dealer in 2002 for paint delamination on the hood. They had the hood painted for a $150. 00 charge to us. Soon thereafter the paint started to peel on the right fender and the cab roof. At this point I was still unaware of any actual factory defect, or paint delamination issues. I took the truck into the dealer again in 2004. The service manager took pictures, and requested assistance from the main office. He mentioned to me that the paint for this and previous years was defective, and I could probably count on a partial payment by check, to have the truck paint fixed. We were denied any assistance becaue of the milage (139,000) and the fact that they already helped us once.
The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the dashboard began to crack five years ago. The crack has worsened over time and has not been repaired. He thought it was an isolated incident until he researched the failure. The vehicle has no passenger side air bags. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer a couple of months ago. The failure occurred without warning. The purchase date was unavailable. The contact can provide photos if needed. The current mileage is 86,000 and failure mileage was 50,000.
My dashboard on my 1997 Dodge ram x-cab has severely cracked. It happened right after I went out of warranty, as I am the original owner. The dealership wouldn't do anything for me. I understand this has happened to many people and should be a recall soon?.
Check engine light illuminated, abs and brake lights are illuminated all the time, consumer states the problem is the sensor.
This is a used vehicle so we are unaware of additional failures of previous owners.
Dash top broken into multiple pieces. Loose pieces do not stay in place while driving.