Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
Top of dash cracked so bad pieces are falling out. If we were to get into a head on collision, these pieces of broken plastic would turn into shrapnel. If I knew about this site sooner I would of certainly brought it to your attention. I'm not alone in this problem, or that it was caused by the sun, armoral, etc. Compiled over 1,500 other people on Dodge ram forums, car complaints, and other such internet sites with the same problem, and no recall from Dodge to fix this problem.
Dash pad is cracked all to pieces. Sharp pieces are coming off and could potentially be dangerous. This is a safety concern and Dodge should recall this.
Dash board has cracked and now caving in showing all of the inside componets. Hope the sun won't melt the wires.
Dashboard has cracked in four places. Found last summer.
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.
The dashboard on my 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 began to crack, now there are several cracks in the dash. This vehicle is in a heated garage most of the time and the windows are open when in the garage during the summer and winter. The vehicle is well cared for and clean, I see no reason for this to have occurred. There are several cracks now across the dashboard on the top part.
Dashboard cracked for no reason on 2001 Dodge Ram 2500.
Dashboard on truck is cracking. The cracks form extremely sharp edges and dagger shapes which would cut vehicle occupants in the event of an accident.
Dash cracking and falling into pieces, smaller pieces fall into the defrost ducts and become flying projectiles when fan is on high. 1 minor injury near the right eye, laceration, did not require medical treatment.
Dashboard began cracking on 2001 Dodge ram truck in late 2007. It has now completely desintegrated and large pieces have come loose and fallen behind the dash. I'm truly concerned that the loose dashboard pieces could cause a malfunction of electrical or mechanical systems of the vehicle making it unsafe to drive. Tt.
Dash board cracked leading to a crack in my windshield. I went out to my truck on the 4th of July and found that my windshield had a crack in it, upon further inspection I found that the dashboard was cracked in about 4 places. I have recently found a number of reports on the internet about dashboard failure.
The dash is severely cracked. This is happening to several Dodge ram's of the 2001 year that I know of. It is a dangerous situation, with the possibility of the broken dash falling downward and possibly damaging wiring, or even getting stuck on the gas pedal, potentially causing a serious accident.
I have a 2001 Dodge ram and the dashboard has many cracks in it. My local news had a story on the many other Dodge rams that have similar problems. Some even say it has led to electrical problems. I have not had any electrical problems yet, but am concerned it may lead to that.
2001 Dodge ram dash cracked in multiple places. In the event of an air bag deployment/crash, dash will explode and create extensive injuries. Replaced at own expense because Dodge wouldn't do anything about it because its out of warranty.
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact noticed small cracks on the top part of the instrument panel, which have turned into large holes. The vehicle has not been inspected. The current mileage was 131,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.
I own a 2001 Dodge ram2500. The dash started cracking just as my extended warranty ran out. Now the dash has cracks all over it and some of it has fallen down. I am aware of many, many other Dodge trucks made in 2001 that are doing this. Eventually this will lead to electrical failures. Dodge says they will not fix this. It's pretty obvious if this many people have Dodges with cracked up and falling apart dashes, it is a manufactureres defect.
I have a 2001 Dodge ram pickup that the dash is collapsing in on itself. Now the wiring is exposed to the harsh sunlight of fla. I know that this is a problem with many other 2001 Dodge ram pickups.
My dashboard is falling apart. It started with a small crack and know a chunk has fallen out. I have e-mailed Dodge, but they are not willing to help. I am concerned that the damaged dashboard could cause problems for or with the airbag on the passenger side. Daimler Chrysler's reference number 13609941.
The dashboard crumbled and collapsed into electrical and airconditioning equipment.
We bought a new 2001 Dodge 2500 in October 2000. Approximately 5 years after we bought it the dash began falling apart. At the time it began cracking, I wrote Dodge a letter explaining our problem and requesting they repair the dash "in good faith" even though it was out of warranty. They never even bothered to reply. Every single person we know with this Dodge truck has a dash that is falling apart. There are huge chunks now creating holes in the dash. Parts of the dash are falling down under the dash area into places I can't safely access. We have unsuccessfully attempted to glue the cracks approximately 20 times. My fear is that it's getting so bad it will soon interfere with wiring, air bags and safety of the vehicle as chunks of the dash are falling into areas of the truck where they are not intended to be. I don't think we should have to wait for an accident to happen to see this dash recalled. Since Dodge is not accepting responsiblity for this obvious defect, I think the government should force them to recall the truck and repair the damage.
While driving 65 mph, the spare tire cable broke without warning, which caused the spare tire to release from the vehicle.
2001 Dodge ram quad cab all four (4) doors rusting out vehicle had 32,000 miles when first noticed but was out of factory warranty dealer said it would cost about $6-9,000 to repair contacted manufacturer they said dealer has a good faith repair account, dealer said no now one year later truck looks like its 25 years old and the dealer can't understand why I won't buy another.
Dash in 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 has broken into pieces. Dodge will not remedy the situation even though there is a more than enough instances of this problem with this year model of vehicle. Material dash is manufactured with it's defective causing the dash to break apart and become a safety concern with the stability of the dash in case of crash. Complaint would have been filed earlier but just recently learned of this site.
2001 Dodge Ram 2500 dash board . Dash is cracked so bad I'm worried that in the event of an accident loose peices could result in injury to occupents in vehicle. Pieces could also fall into moving parts (brake pedal , steering colum ) causing unsafe conditions . Milage when cracks started to apear 55,000.
We purchased a brand new 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. (construction CO. ) by 2003 the dash was cracking. Qucikly falling apart with chunks caving inward. Even though there was no negligence on our part and obviously a manufacturer problem, the Dodge dealership would not fix it for us. We have called the 800 number, seen on tv but have gotten no help. The 2nd time we called they did not even return our call. As you can see, by this complaint site, this is a common problem of the 2001 pickups! what can we do about it??.