general problems of the 2003 Dodge Ram 3500

Eight problems related to structure have been reported for the 2003 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Structure problem

Failure Date: 10/17/2010

The dashboard in my 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 truck has two cracks that appeared over night while it was parked one runs completely across the center the other crack is on right side. This truck has only 57,000 miles and has never been off road is driven 3 miles round trip a day and has been maintained.

2 Structure problem

Failure Date: 06/18/2010

Dashboard splits and causes safety hazard.

3 Structure problem

Failure Date: 03/09/2010

Holes in dash of Dodge trucks which leave sharp and jagged edges.

4 Structure problem

Failure Date: 02/15/2010

I have a 2003 Dodge 3500 and the dash just started falling apart. It has like 10 major cracks and they just suddenly appeared. I think it is going to cave in.

5 Structure problem

Failure Date: 10/15/2008

Dashboard on 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 cracking. Dealer does will not stand behind product. I have read on the internet that this is a recurring problem with the Dodge ram trucks.

6 Structure problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2008

The dash on my 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 has multiple cracks that have occurred from normal driving no wrecks or accidents. I feel that the pieces of hard plastic could become lethal projectiles in an accident.

7 Structure problem

Failure Date: 10/05/2007

My 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 truck dash board started craking in many places and is getting worse.

8 Structure problem

Failure Date: 10/15/2005

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge 3500. When he bought the vehicle he was told this truck was in good condition. The contact took the vehicle to dealer to have running boards put on and the mechanic told him that the two bolts that hold the cab on the frame were missing. Updated 11/29/05.


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