2001 Dodge RAM Pickup Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM Pickup years
- More complaints than other years 3rd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup. That ranks 3rd out of 9 RAM Pickup model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (9 complaints, 45%), typically at around 42,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 5 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 20owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 9 | 45% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 15% | 38,670 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 10% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 5% | 140,100 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 5% | 142,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 5% | 31,975 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 5% | 50,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Dodge RAM Pickup recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- 2000-2001 dodge ram pickup hood latch (PE08047) — opened Jul 25, 2008, closed Dec 17, 2008.
- Engine compartment electrical fires (PE01034) — opened Sep 20, 2001, closed Feb 19, 2002, led to recall 02V042000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Rear brake line blew at 142000 miles, front drivers side brake line blew at 143000 miles, dodge should have used some kind of anti-corrosion lines, all the brake lines on my truck are very rusty, like they have been submerged in sea water. Google the problem, everyone has it. Dodge should issue a…
My dashboard began to crack about a year ago so i purchased an aftermarket cover. It did not stop the cracking and now the top of the dash has shattered and in danger of collapsing. My concern is there are multiple sharp and pointed pieces of plastic that could cause a serious if not fatal injury…
The dashboard on my truck is cracked in two or three places. Don't remember when it happen but have heard a lot of other trucks or having the same problem. I knew the warranty had ran out so i didn't figure anyone would do anything to fix it.
I purchased my 2001 dodge ram 1500 4x4 used with a cracked dash. The original owner stated it cracked the second year he owned it with only approximately 33,000 miles on the truck. It happens on almost every dodge ram truck manufactured from 1998-2006 and there are millions of complaints filed…
2001 dodge ram dashboard falling apart. Exposing wiring to sun, and has potential to damage electrical wiring for interior and exterior lights. Numerous reports online about this problem, and dodge manufacturer not issuing a recall for an obvious safety issue, or potential safety issue for those of…
Other Dodge RAM Pickup years
← 2000 RAM Pickup · 2002 RAM Pickup →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 RAM Pickup | 14 | 0 |
| 2002 RAM Pickup | 22 | 1 |
| 2001 | 20 | 0 |
| 2000 RAM Pickup | 8 | 0 |
| 1999 RAM Pickup | 33 | 0 |
| 1998 RAM Pickup | 18 | 0 |
| 1997 RAM Pickup | 17 | 0 |
| 1996 RAM Pickup | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 RAM Pickup | 7 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup?
Owners most often report structure, power train, air bags problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM Pickup model years, the 2001 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.