2001 Dodge RAM Wagon Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2018 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other RAM Wagon years
Not enough data 5th of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Dodge RAM Wagon. That ranks 5th out of 7 RAM Wagon model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 154,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Dodge RAM Wagon problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure2 · ~154,000 mi
Electrical System1
Steering1 · ~154,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure267%154,000——
Electrical System133%———
Steering133%154,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 1 complaints
2008: 1200812011: 1201112018: 120181

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Dodge RAM Wagon recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Dodge RAM Wagon.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Purchased a few weeks ago from a dealer. The steering became noticeably 'off' and sporadic while driving. Took to a few shops and says the gram is cracked in the front and the wheel is separating from the car.

Structure · received Aug 7, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11118384

The passenger side front end structural frame rusted completely through such that the welded on tie rod connection bracket fell away from the frame. Similar rust condition on driver's side but not at risk of same yielding. However, this frame failure of what appears to be two 1/4" plate c-formed…

Steering · received Sep 30, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10427981

I have a 2001 dodge passenger van the ignition is screwing up. I turn the key and sometimes my radio,power windows,blinkers wipers don't come on i can jiggle the key and everything comes on. I have a friend that had this replaced at no charge i was wondering is this a recall item. *tr

Electrical System · received Aug 29, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10240261

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge RAM Wagon?

Owners most often report structure, electrical system, steering problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge RAM Wagon?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Dodge RAM Wagon a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM Wagon model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.