general problems of the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 - part 1

347 problems related to air bag have been reported for the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 based on all problems reported for the 2003 Ram 1500.

1 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 10/19/2023

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the driveshaft detached. Due to the failure, the gear oil and rear differential fluid leaked out of the vehicle. The contact was able to temporarily repair the driveshaft. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure but offered no assistance. Additionally, the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) however, the contact was informed that due to a crack in the dashboard, he would be charged for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.

2 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/27/2023

The contact owned a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list as she no longer owns the vehicle. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.

3 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 07/30/2022

Frame damage where steering box separates.

4 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2020

On August 1 2020, my 2 adult children and another passenger was in a crash and my truck flipped several times from front to back and all passengers were badly injured and not one of the air bags were deployed. The truck was hit from the passenger side causing the truck to air lift and flip.

5 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2019

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). The vehicle was taken to local dealer hayes Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram of gainesville located at 3115 frontage rd, gainesville, GA 30504, where she was informed needing the dashboard to be replaced before having the recall repairs completed. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. Dp.

6 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/06/2019

Heater vents control flap stoped funcining.

7 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/05/2017

I got a recall letter multiple times. Everytime I try to schedule an appointment with my local dealer they said they dont have the part available. It has been more than 2 years since I owned my vehicle and three dealers said they will call me back when they have the part available. I even tried calling a dealer from a different state because I moved. No success. Recall code r26.

8 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 10/25/2017

I received a letter in the about recalled air bags for my vehicle a Dodge Ram 1500 2003. I need my air bags replaced it's very dangerous knowing the airbags can rupture at moment.

9 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 09/20/2017

Takata recall. Like many other Dodge 1500 owners, my dash has cracked and I cannot get the recall fixed. Because it is cracked the dealer wont touch the air bags even though it states serious injury or death can occur if not taken care of.

10 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 09/19/2017

Takata recall I finally was able to find a dealer with parts for the recall and took my truck in for the repair. The service advisor called me to inform me that he could not assure me that further cracking of the dash wouldn't occur during the repair procedure. I said then if you damage it then I will hold you responsible. He said he could not proceed without me basically indemnifying him. I would not agree to that. The cracked dash is of itself a safety problem should the airbags deploy and send dash fragments flying. If they cracked it further, then it would be even more unsafe. I think takata has the responsibility along with Chrysler to fix the dash since the dash was made with inferior or defective materials as evidenced by the widespread issue with Dodge ram dashes.

11 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 09/06/2017

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The christopher's Dodge world dealer (16655 w colfax Ave, golden, CO 80401 (303) 238-7311) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

12 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 08/19/2017

I send a complain about my air bag recall for my Dodge truck 1500 and I received a letter expalining to me that I have to contac the Dodge dealer,I did few times and they said we don't have any more air bagas you can continue driving your truck like that. And I said what about my safety of my family and me ??? I need to replaced this air bag before something happen to me please contanc me I try to call but nobody answer me im very worried. The dealer looks like they are not worried about this problem but im . What can I do next. ???.

13 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 04/14/2017

(waiting on flora) tl takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 30 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle, went off the road, and crashed into a river bed. The air bags deployed. A police and a fire report were filed. The contact blacked out briefly, but woke up. The contact sustained a bump on the head and was airlifted to the hospital for medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a to yard and later towed to the contact's residence. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). The failure mileage was approximately 35,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

14 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 03/27/2017

Takata recall I have recently submitted complaint about my dashboard and I noticed that the airbags may have a recall. I was never notified about this. Could you please inform me as to what steps I need to take.

15 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 03/12/2017

Completing recall.

16 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2017

I called in to john at 1-888-327-4236 on March 3. We discussed a safety issue on my 2003 Dodge ram pick up truck. Gave him my VIN number: 1d7ha18n13s286123 told him I had my truck in for a recall r26/NHTSA 15v-312 on air bag may 20, 2016. Work was done. Now my "airbag" light has come on steady. John did not show any further recall and referred me to Chrysler corp. Kyra at Chrysler corpoate referred me to dealer, landmark Dodge Chrysler Jeep in morrow georgia. Set an appointment for 8am March 3. Took 24 hours to hear back from them. This is where I am asking for help from your office regarding the safety issue. Landmark tells me it will cost $420. 00 in diagnostics cost to tell me what the problem is. This smells of a cover up as to the problem. I did not let ths deter me, so I authorized. The truck has not been in a wreck and this happened during normal street driving while moving. Will keep you advised, but can you help with this outlandish fee to detract me persuing this safety issue? james perry adair adaiper@charter. Net 678-432-1808.

17 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/16/2017

Tl- takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced any failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect. Gl.

18 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2017

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

19 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/23/2017

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

20 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/13/2017

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

21 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/10/2017

Takata recall. I have just received my 7th recall notice for dealer replacement of the faulty airbag system. I have called Dodge headquarters and time and again been referred to my local dealer. The dealer says they will call me when they get the parts. I have never heard from the dealer on this subject. I believe this started back in 2014/2015 but it's hard to tell since none of the notices are dated. When can I expect to get this possibly explosive part replaced?.

22 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/29/2016

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags), but there were no parts available. The contact felt that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The dealer was contacted and stated that there were no parts available for the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available.

23 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/22/2016

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

24 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/19/2016

I have not yet had issues with my air bags. My complaint is against the dealer crown Dodge 6300 king dr ventura, CA 93003 (805) 656-6669 whom I have contacted several times regarding safety recall r26/NHTSA 15v-312. They have not been able to assist me. Initially they told me they didn't have the replacement parts. Then they told me they would call me back and never did. I need my car fixed immediately to avoid any potential injury.

25 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/07/2016

Tamara recall my finance was cut on his neck by the air bag when he was in a accident. The vehicle was in motion.

26 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 11/28/2016

Takata recall: fitzgerald auto mall, lexington park, MD. Called dealer who said would not have parts until Jan. Is this true? it's been over a year since the recall was issued.

27 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 11/14/2016

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). The part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

28 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 10/03/2016

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v356000 (air bags) however, the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

29 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 09/12/2016

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

30 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 09/07/2016

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

31 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2016

Takata recall I received a recall notice from Dodge . When I contacted a Dodge dealer to make an appointment I was informed they didn't have the replacement airbag and it would be 9 months to a year before they could get it .

32 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 08/09/2016

Recall for passenger has not happened but on recall list.

33 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 08/05/2016

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

34 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 06/30/2016

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

35 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 06/28/2016

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.



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