Dashboard Crack problems of the 2003 Dodge Ram 3500

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that there were cracks in the dashboard and she feared that there would be projectiles during a collision. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 81,000.

On the date noted above I noticed a 10 inch long crack had developed on the passenger side front dashboard slightly to the right of center. In a collision where the front airbags are deployed, this will become razor sharp shrapnel causing severe injury or death. Dodge refuses to do anything to mitigate this flaw, which they have acknowledged is due to Dodge utilizing sub-standard materials when making the dashboards for the ram truck series. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of complaints regarding the cracked dashes in ram trucks from frustrated owners. Its only a matter of time until somone is injured or killed when one of these dashes explodes like a grenade when the airbag goes off during a collision.

Cracked dash and broken, very sharp all over , junk.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the dashboard was cracked and detaching from the vehicle. There were cracks located by the air bag compartment on the passenger's side. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 106,500.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when he noticed that the dashboard was developing cracks throughout the surface. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. An authorized dealer was notified and informed the contact that this failure was a known issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 276,000.

The dash started cracking in 2011, now it has so many cracks and sharp edges, you can't wipe off the dash without getting a cut on your hand. Very dangerous situation, can only imagine what would happen in an accident. This vehicle has been garage kept, the quality of materials Chrysler used is flawed and now extremely dangerous. My truck has low mileage and Chrysler is playing favorites by replacing some and not others. . Totally not fair.

The two piece dash on my 2003 Ram 3500 truck has cracked in several places. This continues to get worse with additional cracks showing up in several areas. The edges of this dash along the cracks is very sharp and in a crash this would cause a severe safety hazard. Chrysler is not responding well to these defective parts as well even though this problem is happening in several year models as well as other car models.

Dash just suddenly started cracking was cleaning dash and a fingers went through it cutting my finger now dash a over 20 cracks and holes in it. If I were to get into an accident I think splinters of dash would impale me.

2003 Dodge Ram 3500 dash cover has cracked and shattered. There have been not collisions, etc. With the truck, it just started cracking. Then the local dealership took it out 3-4 times to attempt to repair a heater core and a/c problem. Each remove/replace cycle resulted in additional damage. Currently, two completed cracks through the entire dash, running parallel with the frame. The forward portion with the defrost vents is also cracked and 5 of the 7 vents are damaged or totally missing. Nothing has ever been placed on this dash heavier than a baseball hat, it has no scratches of dings. The edges of the cracks and resulting holes in the dash are sharp and would cut any exposed skin that came into contact with them. I would hate to be in any collision with this vehicle as dash plastic would be flying everywhere. I repeat, there have been not collisions or crashes with this vehicle.

Dash board is cracking and caveing in.

2003 Dodge Ram 3500 pick up truck . . . The dashboard is severely cracking. The dashboard starting cracking in Nov 2009 starting off as a small crack. Now in March 2010 the dashboard is cracking everywhere. Was told by a dealership in 2009 the dash was $500. Now dealership in March 2010 saying dash n/a in the USA. Spoke w/ Dodge corp lodged a complaint. Told by dealership April 2010 that new dash is around $1800 because new dashboard and duct work area needed (that a new system of dash/duct are now being used. ) this indicates that there is a problem on the dashes that Dodge corp is a ware of - but not enough concern to issue recall. This is a known problem with all rams from '98 to '03 - there are complaints listed on the internet and on the news (channel 6 news, orlando, FL 2007 and wlbt3, ms 5/2008). The cracking dashboard can act as shrapnel in an accident causing serious injury. The exposed wires in the sunlight can cause malfunctions while driving which can lead to an accident.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated the dashboard developed large cracks. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to diagnose the failure nor was it repaired. The contact also stated that the cracks had become larger over time. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,000. Updated 11/18/lj updated 11/28/11.

I purchased this truck, dash panel is severely cracked and coming apart in several places, this has been reported as early as June 2006 to the NHTSA, this is a mfg. Defective that has effected many truck of this model, I have always taken care of the interior of the truck, my brother has a 2002 and its the same way. This is a safty issue, can't lay anything on it, have to ware gloves when you clean.

I have a 03 Dodge and my dashboard is cracking, Dodge will do nothing to rectify the problem of which they know they have. Once it begins cracking if you are in a wreck the plastic pieces will act as a flying projectile and could harm someone.

Dash just cracks pieces, although small for the moment, fell out of the dash.

I own a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 pick up truck and the dash board is severely cracked and falling in. These pieces of hard, sharp plastic could become projectiles in a collision and/or interfere or damage the airbags underneath the dash. This is a serious problem and could be very dangerous. There are many people have the same problem with their Dodge trucks. These are not just small cracks. There are large holes where the dashboard has actually caved in.

Cracked dash board that could become projectiles in the event of a crash. These dash boards are made of cheap plastic and crack bad.

Dash cracked up.

Dash has cracked and there is a whole large enough to put your head into it. Parts fell out onto my feet while driving. A pillar grab handles have pulled out while climbing into truck. I fell and cracked a rib. Dodge refuses to do anything about this issue. Both of these issues should be a recall as they are safety related. The dash pieces almost cut my foot open. If I had of been wearing shoes instead of boots it would have. My truck is a manual transmission. It fell on top of my ankle and wedged on the pedals while I was holding clutch in the boots protected my ankle when I let off the clutch to grab the plastic piece. If not it would have cut my ankle pretty good as it left a good mark in the leather of my boot.

I have a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 w/cummins diesel. A year ago (2008) the dashboard developed a small crack in the dashboard. Thinking that it was just a stress crack and comes with age I did not think anymore about it until as of late, the entire dash is shattering and collapsing onto itself. This is dropping shards of plastic into areas not intended to have plastic dropped into it. I thought that this was an isolated case until I started researching the problem and found that this is a very common problem with Dodge ram trucks. Dodge has evidently refused to acknowledge that this is a common problem with their quality control.

We own two 03' Dodge rams a 1500 and a 3500, both of witch are experiencing cracks in the dashboards.

I feel that the cracked plastic dashboard on my 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 laramie goes beyond a cosmetic issue into the realm of a possible major safety concern. The dash pieces that break off could fall down and pinch wiring, cause the fan to jam, etc which can cause a potential fire while driving down the road. This did not personally happen to me but I have read about Dodge trucks catching fire with no definite cause determined through investigation.

Even though I have taken care of my vehicle, the dashboard has several cracks in it. The dealership will not help me. They say I must purchase a new dashboard for about $700. I have other friends with the same type of vehicle and they also have cracks. Shouldn't there be a recall? my dad's 93 chevy is fine.

2003 Dodge Ram 3500 quad cab - severe dashboard cracking in several places. Not under warranty.

2003 Dodge cummins 3500 4x4 dash cracked in several places several owners I know have the same problem, this could break out in an accident an injure someone.