One problem related to front suspension coil spring has been reported for the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While visiting my cousin in fredericksburg va, he notice noise from the front of the car, we spot the broken coil spring and also notice the brand new tire (front, driver side has scratch on the side wall we assume the broken coil spring cause that. I took the truck in at stafford Dodge in va to have the coil spring replace. The dealership said the control and upper and lower ball joints were wearing out need to be replace it will cost about $2500. I call in to Chrysler motor to let them know that for 5 years old truck, I have to replace coil spring $527. 44 and control arm when I have money to replace $2500. 00. That just not right.