2001 Dodge RAM VAN Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM VAN years
- More complaints than other years 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Dodge RAM VAN. That ranks 2nd out of 9 RAM VAN model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (5 complaints, 15%), typically at around 22,715 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 5 fires. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 33owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Dodge RAM VAN 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 15% | 22,715 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 12% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 12% | 134,225 | — | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 12% | 35,700 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 9% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 6% | 112,342 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | 32,750 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | 44,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 100,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Dodge RAM VAN recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Problem: On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
Risk: Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during january 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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
- Safety belt cinching latch plate (PE02082) — opened Nov 6, 2002, closed Apr 23, 2003.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM VAN. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE WAS DETECTED COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT UNPLUGGED THE BATTERY AND THE NOISE STOPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ANTI-BRAKE SYSTEM…
Takata recall
2001 dodge ram van 1500 has major frame rot on passenger side front frame going to bumper. To repair it would be costly and we can't afford another vehicle and a mechanic told me if it breaks we will lose steering control. I have seen the same on other ram vans also. Why isn't there a recall or fix…
I have found multiple recalls on the same make, model, year that address issues all affecting my vehicle yet they do not show on a vin search of open recalls. Most of these recalls affect brakes both in increased longevity in stopping and leaking at the rear axle, headlights in terms of federal…
Difficult to get the gearshift out of park. A recall has been done on the ignition/parkshift interlock for an issue "the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative.". The dealership service technician said that the part that has failed is not the same as the part that was replaced…
Other Dodge RAM VAN years
← 2000 RAM VAN · 2002 RAM VAN →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 RAM VAN | 16 | 0 |
| 2002 RAM VAN | 14 | 1 |
| 2001 | 33 | 1 |
| 2000 RAM VAN | 29 | 0 |
| 1999 RAM VAN | 47 | 0 |
| 1998 RAM VAN | 22 | 1 |
| 1997 RAM VAN | 16 | 0 |
| 1996 RAM VAN | 18 | 0 |
| 1995 RAM VAN | 14 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge RAM VAN?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, steering problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge RAM VAN?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Dodge RAM VAN a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM VAN model years, the 2001 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.