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Aug 30, 2024 Unknown Or Other

My 2001 Dodge Ram Instrument Panel has cracked in three pieces causing the defroster & vents to stop working recently due to the moisture/UV Issue. I'm aware of this problem because I participated in the investigation as manager of validation and testing for the manufacturer, Textron Automotive. Ho...

Aug 30, 2024 Unknown Or Other

My 2001 Dodge Ram Instrument Panel has cracked in three pieces causing the defroster & vents to stop working recently due to the moisture/UV Issue. I'm aware of this problem because I participated in the investigation as manager of validation and testing for the manufacturer, Textron Automotive. Ho...

Apr 2, 2024 Air Bags

I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. In 2003, I noticed parts of the dash, starting to break apart. In 2004, I had a major head on collision, and the airbag, did NOT deploy. The damage was extensive, with bent frame. The damage was $17,000 in 2004. I was told by the Chrysler Dealership, that did the repair...

Apr 2, 2024 Electrical System

I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. In 2003, I noticed parts of the dash, starting to break apart. In 2004, I had a major head on collision, and the airbag, did NOT deploy. The damage was extensive, with bent frame. The damage was $17,000 in 2004. I was told by the Chrysler Dealership, that did the repair...

Apr 2, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. In 2003, I noticed parts of the dash, starting to break apart. In 2004, I had a major head on collision, and the airbag, did NOT deploy. The damage was extensive, with bent frame. The damage was $17,000 in 2004. I was told by the Chrysler Dealership, that did the repair...

Apr 2, 2024 Air Bags

I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. In 2003, I noticed parts of the dash, starting to break apart. In 2004, I had a major head on collision, and the airbag, did NOT deploy. The damage was extensive, with bent frame. The damage was $17,000 in 2004. I was told by the Chrysler Dealership, that did the repair...

Apr 2, 2024 Electrical System

I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. In 2003, I noticed parts of the dash, starting to break apart. In 2004, I had a major head on collision, and the airbag, did NOT deploy. The damage was extensive, with bent frame. The damage was $17,000 in 2004. I was told by the Chrysler Dealership, that did the repair...

Apr 2, 2024 Unknown Or Other

I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. In 2003, I noticed parts of the dash, starting to break apart. In 2004, I had a major head on collision, and the airbag, did NOT deploy. The damage was extensive, with bent frame. The damage was $17,000 in 2004. I was told by the Chrysler Dealership, that did the repair...

May 8, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Hood latch Hood came off while driving.

May 8, 2023 Unknown Or Other

Hood latch Hood came off while driving.

Feb 6, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I own a 2001 Dodge RAM 2500 and the truck’s dashboard is disintegrating. Pieces have fallen into my heating system, and I believe that is what’s causing my vacuum issue! It is winter time right now, and i was stranded in 10° weather for hours. I could not stay warm by running the trucks becaus...

Feb 6, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I own a 2001 Dodge RAM 2500 and the truck’s dashboard is disintegrating. Pieces have fallen into my heating system, and I believe that is what’s causing my vacuum issue! It is winter time right now, and i was stranded in 10° weather for hours. I could not stay warm by running the trucks becaus...

Sep 28, 2022 Structure

The dashboard in this truck has been crumbling to pieces. It is to the point now the gauge cluster and passenger air bag are barely in place. This is a common occurrence on all of these dodge rams and it is definitely a safety hazard

Sep 28, 2022 Structure

The dashboard in this truck has been crumbling to pieces. It is to the point now the gauge cluster and passenger air bag are barely in place. This is a common occurrence on all of these dodge rams and it is definitely a safety hazard

Nov 22, 2021 Service Brakes Crash

when car is cold and just started to drive ,and brakes used ,the front brake does not apply and vehicle is slow to stop when abs is disabled all brakes operate normal. I have hit 3 cars because brake did not work. this is a euro brake system installed on vehicles with frt disc and rear drum dodge ...

Nov 22, 2021 Service Brakes Crash

when car is cold and just started to drive ,and brakes used ,the front brake does not apply and vehicle is slow to stop when abs is disabled all brakes operate normal. I have hit 3 cars because brake did not work. this is a euro brake system installed on vehicles with frt disc and rear drum dodge ...

Jul 21, 2020 Tires 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR TIRES WERE REPLACED WITH GOODYEAR TIRES, TIRE LINE: WRANGLER, TIRE SIZE: 265/75/16/E, DOT NUMBER: PJW8HB1V0420. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DRIVE IN STRAIGHT LINE AFTER THE TI...

Jul 21, 2020 Tires 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR TIRES WERE REPLACED WITH GOODYEAR TIRES, TIRE LINE: WRANGLER, TIRE SIZE: 265/75/16/E, DOT NUMBER: PJW8HB1V0420. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DRIVE IN STRAIGHT LINE AFTER THE TI...

Dec 4, 2019 Suspension 250,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WOBBLED WHILE DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT A FAILURE COULD NOT BE FOUND. THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE STEERI...

Dec 4, 2019 Suspension 250,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WOBBLED WHILE DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT A FAILURE COULD NOT BE FOUND. THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE STEERI...

Feb 25, 2019 Structure 121,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED TO THE POINT THAT IT FRACTURED INTO PIECES. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE FAILURE COULD AFFECT OTHER COMPONENTS. THE CONTACT DID NOT KNOW IF THE DASHBOARD WAS UV COATED. LITHIA CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE OF G...

Feb 25, 2019 Structure 121,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED TO THE POINT THAT IT FRACTURED INTO PIECES. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE FAILURE COULD AFFECT OTHER COMPONENTS. THE CONTACT DID NOT KNOW IF THE DASHBOARD WAS UV COATED. LITHIA CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE OF G...

Oct 11, 2018 Engine 150,000 mi

PCM HAS BEEN REPLACE FOR THE 2ND TIME SINCE THE ORIGINAL ONE. THE DEALER HAS SENT OUT THE PCM FOR REPROGRAMMING. IT WAS RETURNED AND THE PCM DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. IF THEY CAN NOT FIND A USED ONE, THE TRUCK IS TOTALLY WORTHLESS. DODGE HAD STOPPED PRODUCING THE PCM. BECAUSE OF THIS DODGE IS ...

Oct 11, 2018 Engine 150,000 mi

PCM HAS BEEN REPLACE FOR THE 2ND TIME SINCE THE ORIGINAL ONE. THE DEALER HAS SENT OUT THE PCM FOR REPROGRAMMING. IT WAS RETURNED AND THE PCM DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. IF THEY CAN NOT FIND A USED ONE, THE TRUCK IS TOTALLY WORTHLESS. DODGE HAD STOPPED PRODUCING THE PCM. BECAUSE OF THIS DODGE IS ...

May 14, 2018 Steering 229,000 mi

MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT THE RATE OF 45MPH-50MPH MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING, I WAS PASSENGER, AND MY 2 YEAR OLD SON WAS IN HIS CAR SEAT IN THE BACK. ALL THE SUDDEN WE HIT A SMALL BUMP IN THE ROAD, NO BIGGER THAN YOUR AVERAGE POT HOLES AND THE ENTIRE TRUCK BROKE OUT INTO AN ABRUPT...

May 14, 2018 Wheels 229,000 mi

MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT THE RATE OF 45MPH-50MPH MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING, I WAS PASSENGER, AND MY 2 YEAR OLD SON WAS IN HIS CAR SEAT IN THE BACK. ALL THE SUDDEN WE HIT A SMALL BUMP IN THE ROAD, NO BIGGER THAN YOUR AVERAGE POT HOLES AND THE ENTIRE TRUCK BROKE OUT INTO AN ABRUPT...

May 14, 2018 Steering 229,000 mi

MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT THE RATE OF 45MPH-50MPH MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING, I WAS PASSENGER, AND MY 2 YEAR OLD SON WAS IN HIS CAR SEAT IN THE BACK. ALL THE SUDDEN WE HIT A SMALL BUMP IN THE ROAD, NO BIGGER THAN YOUR AVERAGE POT HOLES AND THE ENTIRE TRUCK BROKE OUT INTO AN ABRUPT...

May 14, 2018 Wheels 229,000 mi

MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT THE RATE OF 45MPH-50MPH MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING, I WAS PASSENGER, AND MY 2 YEAR OLD SON WAS IN HIS CAR SEAT IN THE BACK. ALL THE SUDDEN WE HIT A SMALL BUMP IN THE ROAD, NO BIGGER THAN YOUR AVERAGE POT HOLES AND THE ENTIRE TRUCK BROKE OUT INTO AN ABRUPT...

Apr 28, 2018 Steering 245,000 mi

I INSTALLED CHRYSLER PARTS KIT 52122362AL, UPGRADED STEERING LINKAGE DRAG LINK TIE ROD, AND 68039930AA PITMAN ARM ON MY 2001,5 DODGE RAM 2500 4X4 TRUCK. IT EASILY REPLACED EXISTING PARTS NEEDING ONLY A DIFFERENT STEERING DAMPER TO REPLACE THE ORIGINAL PARTS. I HAVE SINCE BEEN LEARNED THAT THE STEERI...

Apr 28, 2018 Steering 245,000 mi

I INSTALLED CHRYSLER PARTS KIT 52122362AL, UPGRADED STEERING LINKAGE DRAG LINK TIE ROD, AND 68039930AA PITMAN ARM ON MY 2001,5 DODGE RAM 2500 4X4 TRUCK. IT EASILY REPLACED EXISTING PARTS NEEDING ONLY A DIFFERENT STEERING DAMPER TO REPLACE THE ORIGINAL PARTS. I HAVE SINCE BEEN LEARNED THAT THE STEERI...

Jan 10, 2018 Electrical System 220,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK AS I PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE THE TRUCK SHUT DOWN. NO POWER TO THE ENGINE, LIGHTS ETC. I RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM ONLINE AND FOUND MENTION OF A WIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN THAT AFTER A FEW YEARS OF TILTING THE STEERING WHEEL UP AND DOWN THE WIRE WILL BREAK...

Jan 10, 2018 Electrical System 220,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK AS I PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE THE TRUCK SHUT DOWN. NO POWER TO THE ENGINE, LIGHTS ETC. I RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM ONLINE AND FOUND MENTION OF A WIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN THAT AFTER A FEW YEARS OF TILTING THE STEERING WHEEL UP AND DOWN THE WIRE WILL BREAK...

Nov 9, 2017 Service Brakes 189,000 mi

THE BRAKE LINE THAT RUNS ON THE FRAME RAIL FROM THE FRONT TO THE REAR HAD A BLOW OUT DIRECTLY BEHIND THE GAS TANK WHEN PRESSING THE BREAK PEDDLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP IN MY DRIVEWAY

Nov 9, 2017 Service Brakes 189,000 mi

THE BRAKE LINE THAT RUNS ON THE FRAME RAIL FROM THE FRONT TO THE REAR HAD A BLOW OUT DIRECTLY BEHIND THE GAS TANK WHEN PRESSING THE BREAK PEDDLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP IN MY DRIVEWAY

Jun 13, 2017 Tires 88,357 mi

LT 265/75 R16 HERCULES TERRA TRAC A/T DELAMINATING THE SAME AS THEIR OTHER TIRES INVOLVED IN AN EARLIER RECALL DOT CODE UTW8 HWC 2705 46505-1 R 30104

Jun 13, 2017 Tires 88,357 mi

LT 265/75 R16 HERCULES TERRA TRAC A/T DELAMINATING THE SAME AS THEIR OTHER TIRES INVOLVED IN AN EARLIER RECALL DOT CODE UTW8 HWC 2705 46505-1 R 30104

Jun 7, 2017 Suspension 534,013 mi

WHEN EXITING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND COASTING AND HITTING A BUMP THE TRUCK SHOOK VIOLENTLY TO THE POINT OF ALMOST LOOSING CONTROL. AFTER SEARCHING ON THE INTERNET FOR A CAUSE IT APPEARS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH DODGE RAMS CALLED THE DEATH WOBBLE.. IT NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE AND HAVE A PROBLEM BELIEV...

Jun 7, 2017 Suspension 534,013 mi

WHEN EXITING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND COASTING AND HITTING A BUMP THE TRUCK SHOOK VIOLENTLY TO THE POINT OF ALMOST LOOSING CONTROL. AFTER SEARCHING ON THE INTERNET FOR A CAUSE IT APPEARS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH DODGE RAMS CALLED THE DEATH WOBBLE.. IT NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE AND HAVE A PROBLEM BELIEV...

May 26, 2017 Service Brakes 100,143 mi

REAR BRAKE LINE RUSTED AND BLEW OUT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE ALL STOPPING POWER. THE LINE BLEW OUT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR NEAR THE GAS TANK. LINE IS VERY CORRODED AND THIS IS A FAULTY MANUFACTURERS DEFECT

May 26, 2017 Service Brakes 100,143 mi

REAR BRAKE LINE RUSTED AND BLEW OUT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE ALL STOPPING POWER. THE LINE BLEW OUT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR NEAR THE GAS TANK. LINE IS VERY CORRODED AND THIS IS A FAULTY MANUFACTURERS DEFECT

May 25, 2017 Unknown Or Other

DASH BREAKING.

May 25, 2017 Unknown Or Other

DASH BREAKING.

Mar 18, 2017 Unknown Or Other 81,000 mi

AS 2ND OWNER FOR PAST 12 YRS VEHICLE WAS LIKE NEW, ABOUT 3YRS AGO IT DEVELOPED A CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD FROM THE WINDSHIELD TO GLOVE BOX DOOR AND SINCE HAS CRACKED IN 2 OTHER AREAS FROM WINDSHIELD TO FRONT! THIS VEHICLE SITS UNDER COVER OF AN RV SHELTER WITH MY RV 90% OF IT'S EXISTENCE! I JUST RECEN...

Mar 18, 2017 Unknown Or Other 81,000 mi

AS 2ND OWNER FOR PAST 12 YRS VEHICLE WAS LIKE NEW, ABOUT 3YRS AGO IT DEVELOPED A CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD FROM THE WINDSHIELD TO GLOVE BOX DOOR AND SINCE HAS CRACKED IN 2 OTHER AREAS FROM WINDSHIELD TO FRONT! THIS VEHICLE SITS UNDER COVER OF AN RV SHELTER WITH MY RV 90% OF IT'S EXISTENCE! I JUST RECEN...

Feb 23, 2017 Power Train 98,000 mi

TRANSMISSION DOES NOT WANT TO SHIFT FROM FIRST TO SECOND WITHOUT LEAVING OFF OF THE GAS. NOW IT DOESN'T GO INTO PARK JUST STAYS IN REVERSE. CALLED REPAIR SHOP AND THEY SAID IT HAPPENS A LOT TO DODGE TRUCKS. $3,000 TO REPLACE OR REPAIR.

Feb 23, 2017 Power Train 98,000 mi

TRANSMISSION DOES NOT WANT TO SHIFT FROM FIRST TO SECOND WITHOUT LEAVING OFF OF THE GAS. NOW IT DOESN'T GO INTO PARK JUST STAYS IN REVERSE. CALLED REPAIR SHOP AND THEY SAID IT HAPPENS A LOT TO DODGE TRUCKS. $3,000 TO REPLACE OR REPAIR.

Jan 4, 2017 Structure 110,000 mi

DASH CRACKED 7 YEARS AGO AND HAS BEEN FALLING APART STEADILY SINCE THEN. SHARDS OF DASH POSE A SAFETY ISSUE IN THE EVENT OF A WRECK. KNOWN PROBLEM WITH DODGE TRUCKS OF THIS YEAR RANGE.

Jan 4, 2017 Structure 110,000 mi

DASH CRACKED 7 YEARS AGO AND HAS BEEN FALLING APART STEADILY SINCE THEN. SHARDS OF DASH POSE A SAFETY ISSUE IN THE EVENT OF A WRECK. KNOWN PROBLEM WITH DODGE TRUCKS OF THIS YEAR RANGE.

Jan 4, 2017 Structure 110,000 mi

DASH CRACKED 7 YEARS AGO AND HAS BEEN FALLING APART STEADILY SINCE THEN. SHARDS OF DASH POSE A SAFETY ISSUE IN THE EVENT OF A WRECK. KNOWN PROBLEM WITH DODGE TRUCKS OF THIS YEAR RANGE.

Jan 4, 2017 Structure 110,000 mi

DASH CRACKED 7 YEARS AGO AND HAS BEEN FALLING APART STEADILY SINCE THEN. SHARDS OF DASH POSE A SAFETY ISSUE IN THE EVENT OF A WRECK. KNOWN PROBLEM WITH DODGE TRUCKS OF THIS YEAR RANGE.

Dec 22, 2016 Unknown Or Other 125,000 mi

THE WHOLE DASH HAS FALLEN IN AND PARTS GOING EVERYWHERE,KID GOT CUT,PARTS FALLING OUT BOTTOM,AWFUL,

Dec 22, 2016 Unknown Or Other 125,000 mi

THE WHOLE DASH HAS FALLEN IN AND PARTS GOING EVERYWHERE,KID GOT CUT,PARTS FALLING OUT BOTTOM,AWFUL,

Jun 6, 2016 Electrical System 192,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE VEHICLE FAILED AN INSPECTION DUE TO THE COMPREHENSIVE COMPONENT MONITOR, MISFIRE MONITOR, FUEL SYSTEM, AND THE MONITOR NOT BEING RECOGNIZED. THE VEHICLE OPERATED NORMALLY AND THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE SOFTWARE ...

Jun 6, 2016 Electrical System 192,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE VEHICLE FAILED AN INSPECTION DUE TO THE COMPREHENSIVE COMPONENT MONITOR, MISFIRE MONITOR, FUEL SYSTEM, AND THE MONITOR NOT BEING RECOGNIZED. THE VEHICLE OPERATED NORMALLY AND THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE SOFTWARE ...

May 6, 2016 Structure 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS DEFECTIVE AND EXHIBITED FRACTURES ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE DASHBOARD WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.

May 6, 2016 Structure 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS DEFECTIVE AND EXHIBITED FRACTURES ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE DASHBOARD WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.

Dec 1, 2015 Unknown Or Other

SHARP PLASTIC PIECES ARE BREAKING OFF FROM THE DASHBOARD AND TRIM AROUND INSTUMENT PANEL THAT COULD CAUSE INJURY, ESPECIALLY DURING ANY TYPE OF A COLLISION.

Dec 1, 2015 Unknown Or Other

SHARP PLASTIC PIECES ARE BREAKING OFF FROM THE DASHBOARD AND TRIM AROUND INSTUMENT PANEL THAT COULD CAUSE INJURY, ESPECIALLY DURING ANY TYPE OF A COLLISION.

Nov 20, 2015 Structure 28,000 mi

BROKEN DASH PARTS ARE FALLING INSIDE THE DASH AND MY HEADLIGHTS HAVE DEVELOPED AN INTERMITTENT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THEY SIMPLY TURN OFF FOR A BRIEF PERIOD OF TIME I RECYCLE THE SWITCH AND A FEW SECONDS THEY COME BACK ON AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE ADDITIONALLY THE BROKEN DASH...

Nov 20, 2015 Structure 28,000 mi

BROKEN DASH PARTS ARE FALLING INSIDE THE DASH AND MY HEADLIGHTS HAVE DEVELOPED AN INTERMITTENT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THEY SIMPLY TURN OFF FOR A BRIEF PERIOD OF TIME I RECYCLE THE SWITCH AND A FEW SECONDS THEY COME BACK ON AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE ADDITIONALLY THE BROKEN DASH...

Nov 18, 2015 Air Bags

MY GREATEST FEAR IS THAT BECAUSE THE DASHBOARDS OF THESE VEHICLES ARE SO FRAGILE, IF THE AIRBAG DEPLOYS DURING AN ACCIDENT THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE DEADLY. MY DASH IS ALREADY CRACKED AND TINY SHARDS BLOW THROUGH THE VENTS WHEN THE BLOWER IS ON. IT'S DANGEROUS AND THE DASHBOARD ISSUE HAS BEEN GOING O...

Nov 18, 2015 Air Bags

MY GREATEST FEAR IS THAT BECAUSE THE DASHBOARDS OF THESE VEHICLES ARE SO FRAGILE, IF THE AIRBAG DEPLOYS DURING AN ACCIDENT THE FRAGMENTS WOULD BE DEADLY. MY DASH IS ALREADY CRACKED AND TINY SHARDS BLOW THROUGH THE VENTS WHEN THE BLOWER IS ON. IT'S DANGEROUS AND THE DASHBOARD ISSUE HAS BEEN GOING O...

Oct 12, 2015 Steering 144,786 mi

TRUCK IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND I PULL A HORSE TRAILER. VERY AFRAID OF WHAT CAN HAPPEN IF TOTAL STEERING CONTROL IS LOST WHILE TRAVELING WITH MY HORSES. IT WOBBLES AT SPEEDS AROUND 45 AND OVER AND FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO JUMP OFF THE ROAD OR INTO ANOTHER LANE ON HIGHWAY. I REPLAC...

Oct 12, 2015 Steering 144,786 mi

TRUCK IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND I PULL A HORSE TRAILER. VERY AFRAID OF WHAT CAN HAPPEN IF TOTAL STEERING CONTROL IS LOST WHILE TRAVELING WITH MY HORSES. IT WOBBLES AT SPEEDS AROUND 45 AND OVER AND FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO JUMP OFF THE ROAD OR INTO ANOTHER LANE ON HIGHWAY. I REPLAC...

Oct 2, 2015 Structure

DASH STARTED CRACKING IN 2006 AND PARTS ARE STARTING TO FALL IN. HAVE NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT.

Oct 2, 2015 Structure

DASH STARTED CRACKING IN 2006 AND PARTS ARE STARTING TO FALL IN. HAVE NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT.

Sep 21, 2015 Structure 30,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND BRAKING APART PEACE S ARE COMING OFF AND HITTING ME IN THE FACE AND EYES.

Sep 21, 2015 Unknown Or Other 30,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND BRAKING APART PEACE S ARE COMING OFF AND HITTING ME IN THE FACE AND EYES.

Sep 21, 2015 Structure 30,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND BRAKING APART PEACE S ARE COMING OFF AND HITTING ME IN THE FACE AND EYES.

Sep 21, 2015 Unknown Or Other 30,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND BRAKING APART PEACE S ARE COMING OFF AND HITTING ME IN THE FACE AND EYES.

Sep 11, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 123,000 mi

DIESEL FUEL TANK STRAP BROKE

Sep 11, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 123,000 mi

DIESEL FUEL TANK STRAP BROKE

Aug 5, 2015 Unknown Or Other

DASH CRACKED ALL OVER AND FELL APART WITH NO ACCIDENT

Aug 5, 2015 Unknown Or Other

DASH CRACKED ALL OVER AND FELL APART WITH NO ACCIDENT

Aug 3, 2015 Electrical System 130,000 mi

I'M HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY ELECTRICAL WIRING IN MY PCM AND MY CIRCUIT BREAKER WHERE MY FUSES GO UNDER MY HOOD. IT MAKES REAL LOUD NOISES, IT CUTS OFF, TO WERE I HAVE TO LET IT COOL OFF AND THEN IT STARTS BACK UP, AND THEN IT WILL CUT OFF WHILE IN PARK. I WAS TOLD IT WAS MY PCM MODULE AND MY TRUCK ...

Aug 3, 2015 Electrical System 130,000 mi

I'M HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY ELECTRICAL WIRING IN MY PCM AND MY CIRCUIT BREAKER WHERE MY FUSES GO UNDER MY HOOD. IT MAKES REAL LOUD NOISES, IT CUTS OFF, TO WERE I HAVE TO LET IT COOL OFF AND THEN IT STARTS BACK UP, AND THEN IT WILL CUT OFF WHILE IN PARK. I WAS TOLD IT WAS MY PCM MODULE AND MY TRUCK ...

Jul 27, 2015 Air Bags 98,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME WHEN I RAN INTO SOME BUMPY ROADS AND I LOOKED AT MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE IN THE DASH AND IT WAS GONE. THE WHOLE INNER DASH WAS BROKE LOOSE AND PLASTIC PARTS WERE FALLING ONTO THE FLOORBOARD. I'VE E-MAILED DODGE AND HAVEN'T RECEIVED ANYTHING BACK FROM THEM YET. THE ...

Jul 27, 2015 Unknown Or Other 98,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME WHEN I RAN INTO SOME BUMPY ROADS AND I LOOKED AT MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE IN THE DASH AND IT WAS GONE. THE WHOLE INNER DASH WAS BROKE LOOSE AND PLASTIC PARTS WERE FALLING ONTO THE FLOORBOARD. I'VE E-MAILED DODGE AND HAVEN'T RECEIVED ANYTHING BACK FROM THEM YET. THE ...

Jul 27, 2015 Air Bags 98,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME WHEN I RAN INTO SOME BUMPY ROADS AND I LOOKED AT MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE IN THE DASH AND IT WAS GONE. THE WHOLE INNER DASH WAS BROKE LOOSE AND PLASTIC PARTS WERE FALLING ONTO THE FLOORBOARD. I'VE E-MAILED DODGE AND HAVEN'T RECEIVED ANYTHING BACK FROM THEM YET. THE ...

Jul 27, 2015 Unknown Or Other 98,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME WHEN I RAN INTO SOME BUMPY ROADS AND I LOOKED AT MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE IN THE DASH AND IT WAS GONE. THE WHOLE INNER DASH WAS BROKE LOOSE AND PLASTIC PARTS WERE FALLING ONTO THE FLOORBOARD. I'VE E-MAILED DODGE AND HAVEN'T RECEIVED ANYTHING BACK FROM THEM YET. THE ...

Jul 14, 2015 Power Train 221,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FOG LIGHT AND THE TAIL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER DISTRIBUTION OVERHEATED AND BURNED OUT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PART WAS NO LONGER AV...

Jul 14, 2015 Exterior Lighting 221,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FOG LIGHT AND THE TAIL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER DISTRIBUTION OVERHEATED AND BURNED OUT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PART WAS NO LONGER AV...

Jul 14, 2015 Power Train 221,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FOG LIGHT AND THE TAIL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER DISTRIBUTION OVERHEATED AND BURNED OUT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PART WAS NO LONGER AV...

Jul 14, 2015 Exterior Lighting 221,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FOG LIGHT AND THE TAIL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER DISTRIBUTION OVERHEATED AND BURNED OUT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PART WAS NO LONGER AV...

Jul 3, 2015 Unknown Or Other 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE DASH CRACKED. TWO DAYS LATER ANOTHER CRACK AND PIECES FELL IN BEHIND THE DASH. TODAY THE PLASTIC DASH CONTINUE TO CRACK AND FALL APART. CHRYSLER CONTINUE TO SAY THEY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE, BUT THEY ARE THE INSTALLERS AND MANUFACTOR. 70 % OF THE DASH IS GONE.

Jul 3, 2015 Unknown Or Other 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE DASH CRACKED. TWO DAYS LATER ANOTHER CRACK AND PIECES FELL IN BEHIND THE DASH. TODAY THE PLASTIC DASH CONTINUE TO CRACK AND FALL APART. CHRYSLER CONTINUE TO SAY THEY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE, BUT THEY ARE THE INSTALLERS AND MANUFACTOR. 70 % OF THE DASH IS GONE.

Jun 12, 2015 Structure 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD CRACKED AND FRACTURED IN THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY AND THE VEHICLE WOULD HAVE THE SAME DEFECTIVE DASHBOARD INSTALLED. THE CRACKS WERE SIX TO EIGHT INCHES WIDE AND ST...

Jun 12, 2015 Structure 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD CRACKED AND FRACTURED IN THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY AND THE VEHICLE WOULD HAVE THE SAME DEFECTIVE DASHBOARD INSTALLED. THE CRACKS WERE SIX TO EIGHT INCHES WIDE AND ST...

Feb 11, 2015 Steering 140,000 mi

THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON A MOUNTAIN ROAD. I WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE TRUCK, AND ALSO UNABLE TO STOP THE TRUCK, AS THE POWER STEERING PUMP ALSO SUPPLIES POWER TO ASSIST THE BRAKES. *TR

Feb 11, 2015 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON A MOUNTAIN ROAD. I WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE TRUCK, AND ALSO UNABLE TO STOP THE TRUCK, AS THE POWER STEERING PUMP ALSO SUPPLIES POWER TO ASSIST THE BRAKES. *TR

Feb 11, 2015 Steering 140,000 mi

THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON A MOUNTAIN ROAD. I WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE TRUCK, AND ALSO UNABLE TO STOP THE TRUCK, AS THE POWER STEERING PUMP ALSO SUPPLIES POWER TO ASSIST THE BRAKES. *TR

Feb 11, 2015 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON A MOUNTAIN ROAD. I WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE TRUCK, AND ALSO UNABLE TO STOP THE TRUCK, AS THE POWER STEERING PUMP ALSO SUPPLIES POWER TO ASSIST THE BRAKES. *TR

Oct 3, 2014 Structure 125,500 mi

AROUND 2009 I STARTED NOTICING CRACKS IN DASH. THEY CONTINUED TO GET BIGGER AND BEGIN BREAKING OFF IN CHUNKS. NOW I WONDER WHEN DASH WILL FALL APART. *TR

Oct 3, 2014 Structure 125,500 mi

AROUND 2009 I STARTED NOTICING CRACKS IN DASH. THEY CONTINUED TO GET BIGGER AND BEGIN BREAKING OFF IN CHUNKS. NOW I WONDER WHEN DASH WILL FALL APART. *TR

Oct 2, 2014 Structure Crash 103,000 mi

BRAKES FAILED WHEN APPLIED. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON WITH VERY LITTLE BRAKING. AFTER HARD BRAKING APPLICATION THE TIRES LOCKED AND SLID ABOUT 5 INCHES IN DAMP BACKTOP AND HIT A CAR STOPPED AT A LIGHT. HAD PLENTY OF TIME TO BRAKE BUT NO OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING ACTION. LATER INSPECTION...

Oct 2, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 103,000 mi

BRAKES FAILED WHEN APPLIED. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON WITH VERY LITTLE BRAKING. AFTER HARD BRAKING APPLICATION THE TIRES LOCKED AND SLID ABOUT 5 INCHES IN DAMP BACKTOP AND HIT A CAR STOPPED AT A LIGHT. HAD PLENTY OF TIME TO BRAKE BUT NO OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING ACTION. LATER INSPECTION...

Oct 2, 2014 Structure Crash 103,000 mi

BRAKES FAILED WHEN APPLIED. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON WITH VERY LITTLE BRAKING. AFTER HARD BRAKING APPLICATION THE TIRES LOCKED AND SLID ABOUT 5 INCHES IN DAMP BACKTOP AND HIT A CAR STOPPED AT A LIGHT. HAD PLENTY OF TIME TO BRAKE BUT NO OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING ACTION. LATER INSPECTION...

Oct 2, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 103,000 mi

BRAKES FAILED WHEN APPLIED. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON WITH VERY LITTLE BRAKING. AFTER HARD BRAKING APPLICATION THE TIRES LOCKED AND SLID ABOUT 5 INCHES IN DAMP BACKTOP AND HIT A CAR STOPPED AT A LIGHT. HAD PLENTY OF TIME TO BRAKE BUT NO OR VERY LITTLE BRAKING ACTION. LATER INSPECTION...

Sep 13, 2014 Tires 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM NORTH CAROLINA IN MY 2500 DODGE RAM ONE OF MY UNIROYAL TIRES SEPARATED DAMAGING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE FENDER. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAVE HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WITH THE LIBERATOR LT26575R16E. THE FIST TIME WALMART REPLACED THE TIRE AND REPAIRED THE FENDER. THEIR SHOULD...

Sep 13, 2014 Tires 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM NORTH CAROLINA IN MY 2500 DODGE RAM ONE OF MY UNIROYAL TIRES SEPARATED DAMAGING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE FENDER. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAVE HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WITH THE LIBERATOR LT26575R16E. THE FIST TIME WALMART REPLACED THE TIRE AND REPAIRED THE FENDER. THEIR SHOULD...

Jun 8, 2014 Visibility/wiper 75,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN CRACKED AND BROKEN SINCE 2004. IT CONTINUES TO BREAK AND CHIP CAUSING PIECES OF SHARP PLASTIC TO FALL INSIDE THE INNER DASH AREA. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE FROM LOW BEAM, TO HIGH BEAM, THE LIGHTS WILL GO OUT AND WILL NOT BE OPERATIONAL...

Jun 8, 2014 Structure 75,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN CRACKED AND BROKEN SINCE 2004. IT CONTINUES TO BREAK AND CHIP CAUSING PIECES OF SHARP PLASTIC TO FALL INSIDE THE INNER DASH AREA. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE FROM LOW BEAM, TO HIGH BEAM, THE LIGHTS WILL GO OUT AND WILL NOT BE OPERATIONAL...

Jun 8, 2014 Exterior Lighting 75,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN CRACKED AND BROKEN SINCE 2004. IT CONTINUES TO BREAK AND CHIP CAUSING PIECES OF SHARP PLASTIC TO FALL INSIDE THE INNER DASH AREA. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE FROM LOW BEAM, TO HIGH BEAM, THE LIGHTS WILL GO OUT AND WILL NOT BE OPERATIONAL...

Jun 8, 2014 Visibility/wiper 75,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN CRACKED AND BROKEN SINCE 2004. IT CONTINUES TO BREAK AND CHIP CAUSING PIECES OF SHARP PLASTIC TO FALL INSIDE THE INNER DASH AREA. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE FROM LOW BEAM, TO HIGH BEAM, THE LIGHTS WILL GO OUT AND WILL NOT BE OPERATIONAL...

Jun 8, 2014 Structure 75,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN CRACKED AND BROKEN SINCE 2004. IT CONTINUES TO BREAK AND CHIP CAUSING PIECES OF SHARP PLASTIC TO FALL INSIDE THE INNER DASH AREA. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE FROM LOW BEAM, TO HIGH BEAM, THE LIGHTS WILL GO OUT AND WILL NOT BE OPERATIONAL...

Jun 8, 2014 Exterior Lighting 75,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN CRACKED AND BROKEN SINCE 2004. IT CONTINUES TO BREAK AND CHIP CAUSING PIECES OF SHARP PLASTIC TO FALL INSIDE THE INNER DASH AREA. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE FROM LOW BEAM, TO HIGH BEAM, THE LIGHTS WILL GO OUT AND WILL NOT BE OPERATIONAL...

Jun 3, 2014 Steering

I WAS SENT A RECALL WHILE IN AZ. I TOOK IT TO HENERY BROWN AUTOMOTIVE AND THE DID NOT REALLY CARE TO MESS WITH IT. THEY SAID THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO GET THE PARTS TO FIX IT. I TOLD THEM I WANTED IT FIXED AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD CALL AS SOON AS THE PARTS CAME IN, IT IS JUNE AND I AM BACK IN CO..THE...

Jun 3, 2014 Structure

DASH WAS CRACKED UP AND A PIECE FLEW OUT AND GOT HIT IN FACE. *TR

Jun 3, 2014 Steering

I WAS SENT A RECALL WHILE IN AZ. I TOOK IT TO HENERY BROWN AUTOMOTIVE AND THE DID NOT REALLY CARE TO MESS WITH IT. THEY SAID THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO GET THE PARTS TO FIX IT. I TOLD THEM I WANTED IT FIXED AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD CALL AS SOON AS THE PARTS CAME IN, IT IS JUNE AND I AM BACK IN CO..THE...

Jun 3, 2014 Structure

DASH WAS CRACKED UP AND A PIECE FLEW OUT AND GOT HIT IN FACE. *TR

Jun 2, 2014 Structure 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD STARTED TO DEVELOPED CRACKS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 84,000.

Jun 2, 2014 Structure 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD STARTED TO DEVELOPED CRACKS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 84,000.

Feb 13, 2014 Structure

MY DASH BOARD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS COMPLETELY BROKE CAUSING THE PLASTIC TO ENTER IN TO THE DASH CAUSING MY LIGHTS TO FLICKER BOTH THEE INNER AND OUTER DASH HAS FAILED. PARTS HAVE ALSO FLEW AT ME IN THE FACE AREA. *TR

Feb 13, 2014 Structure

MY DASH BOARD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS COMPLETELY BROKE CAUSING THE PLASTIC TO ENTER IN TO THE DASH CAUSING MY LIGHTS TO FLICKER BOTH THEE INNER AND OUTER DASH HAS FAILED. PARTS HAVE ALSO FLEW AT ME IN THE FACE AREA. *TR

Feb 9, 2014 Steering 96,000 mi

MY MAIN REASON FOR THIS COMPLAINT IS IT IS KNOWN ACROSS THE UNITED STATES THAT DODGE PUT A FAULTY FRONT SUSPENSION ON ITS PICKUPS THAT LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND DEATH WOBBLES. MY VEHICLE HAS THE DEATH WOBBLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, UNDERSTAND THIS DEATH WOBBLE LITERALLY TRIES TO PU...

Feb 9, 2014 Suspension 96,000 mi

MY MAIN REASON FOR THIS COMPLAINT IS IT IS KNOWN ACROSS THE UNITED STATES THAT DODGE PUT A FAULTY FRONT SUSPENSION ON ITS PICKUPS THAT LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND DEATH WOBBLES. MY VEHICLE HAS THE DEATH WOBBLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, UNDERSTAND THIS DEATH WOBBLE LITERALLY TRIES TO PU...

Feb 9, 2014 Steering 96,000 mi

MY MAIN REASON FOR THIS COMPLAINT IS IT IS KNOWN ACROSS THE UNITED STATES THAT DODGE PUT A FAULTY FRONT SUSPENSION ON ITS PICKUPS THAT LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND DEATH WOBBLES. MY VEHICLE HAS THE DEATH WOBBLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, UNDERSTAND THIS DEATH WOBBLE LITERALLY TRIES TO PU...

Feb 9, 2014 Suspension 96,000 mi

MY MAIN REASON FOR THIS COMPLAINT IS IT IS KNOWN ACROSS THE UNITED STATES THAT DODGE PUT A FAULTY FRONT SUSPENSION ON ITS PICKUPS THAT LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND DEATH WOBBLES. MY VEHICLE HAS THE DEATH WOBBLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, UNDERSTAND THIS DEATH WOBBLE LITERALLY TRIES TO PU...

Feb 2, 2014 Structure 70,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE STARTED TO DISINTEGRATE AT ABOUT 70,000 MILES, EVEN THOUGH IT HAD A DASH COVER AND WINDOW SUN PROTECTION IN AT ALL TIMES, SINCE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. IT WAS LIKE A SINKHOLE OPENING UP IN DASH. IT IS NOW CAUSING WIRING PROBLEMS TO THE POINT I HAVE IT IN THE SHOP. ...

Feb 2, 2014 Electrical System 70,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE STARTED TO DISINTEGRATE AT ABOUT 70,000 MILES, EVEN THOUGH IT HAD A DASH COVER AND WINDOW SUN PROTECTION IN AT ALL TIMES, SINCE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. IT WAS LIKE A SINKHOLE OPENING UP IN DASH. IT IS NOW CAUSING WIRING PROBLEMS TO THE POINT I HAVE IT IN THE SHOP. ...

Feb 2, 2014 Structure 132,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD STARTED TO DISINTEGRATE ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE. AT 70,000 MILES IT HAD OPENED UP A GIANT SINKHOLE AND STARTED CAUSING ELECTRICAL SHORTAGES, LIKE HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT OCCASIONALLY WHILE DRIVING. NOW EVERY TIME THE FAN IS RUN, SMALL PIECES FLY AROUND THE CAB. A PIECE GOT IN...

Feb 2, 2014 Electrical System 132,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD STARTED TO DISINTEGRATE ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE. AT 70,000 MILES IT HAD OPENED UP A GIANT SINKHOLE AND STARTED CAUSING ELECTRICAL SHORTAGES, LIKE HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT OCCASIONALLY WHILE DRIVING. NOW EVERY TIME THE FAN IS RUN, SMALL PIECES FLY AROUND THE CAB. A PIECE GOT IN...

Feb 2, 2014 Structure 70,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE STARTED TO DISINTEGRATE AT ABOUT 70,000 MILES, EVEN THOUGH IT HAD A DASH COVER AND WINDOW SUN PROTECTION IN AT ALL TIMES, SINCE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. IT WAS LIKE A SINKHOLE OPENING UP IN DASH. IT IS NOW CAUSING WIRING PROBLEMS TO THE POINT I HAVE IT IN THE SHOP. ...

Feb 2, 2014 Electrical System 70,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IN THIS VEHICLE STARTED TO DISINTEGRATE AT ABOUT 70,000 MILES, EVEN THOUGH IT HAD A DASH COVER AND WINDOW SUN PROTECTION IN AT ALL TIMES, SINCE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. IT WAS LIKE A SINKHOLE OPENING UP IN DASH. IT IS NOW CAUSING WIRING PROBLEMS TO THE POINT I HAVE IT IN THE SHOP. ...

Feb 2, 2014 Structure 132,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD STARTED TO DISINTEGRATE ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE. AT 70,000 MILES IT HAD OPENED UP A GIANT SINKHOLE AND STARTED CAUSING ELECTRICAL SHORTAGES, LIKE HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT OCCASIONALLY WHILE DRIVING. NOW EVERY TIME THE FAN IS RUN, SMALL PIECES FLY AROUND THE CAB. A PIECE GOT IN...

Feb 2, 2014 Electrical System 132,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD STARTED TO DISINTEGRATE ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE. AT 70,000 MILES IT HAD OPENED UP A GIANT SINKHOLE AND STARTED CAUSING ELECTRICAL SHORTAGES, LIKE HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT OCCASIONALLY WHILE DRIVING. NOW EVERY TIME THE FAN IS RUN, SMALL PIECES FLY AROUND THE CAB. A PIECE GOT IN...

Jan 5, 2014 Structure 99,500 mi

CRACKS FORMED IN THE DASH AND AFTER A FEW MONTHS THE DASH BEGAN TO FALL APART. I DUCT TAPED IT TOGETHER OUT OF FEAR THAT WATER WOULD SHORT OUT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS VISIBLE THROUGH THE LOOSE PIECES. *TR

Jan 5, 2014 Structure 99,500 mi

CRACKS FORMED IN THE DASH AND AFTER A FEW MONTHS THE DASH BEGAN TO FALL APART. I DUCT TAPED IT TOGETHER OUT OF FEAR THAT WATER WOULD SHORT OUT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS VISIBLE THROUGH THE LOOSE PIECES. *TR

Dec 31, 2013 Structure 150,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD AND THE INSTRUMENT TRIM BEZEL HAVE SEVERE CRACKS IN THEM. I DID NOT KNOW THIS WAS A WIDESPREAD ISSUE AND DODGE SHOULD REPLACE THE DASHBOARDS AT NO COST TO THE OWNERS. THIS IS CLEARLY A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. *TR

Dec 31, 2013 Structure 150,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD AND THE INSTRUMENT TRIM BEZEL HAVE SEVERE CRACKS IN THEM. I DID NOT KNOW THIS WAS A WIDESPREAD ISSUE AND DODGE SHOULD REPLACE THE DASHBOARDS AT NO COST TO THE OWNERS. THIS IS CLEARLY A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. *TR

Dec 19, 2013 Structure 150,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2001 RAM NEW FROM DEALER . I PUT A DASH MAT ON FIRST WEEK I OWNED . A FEW YEARS AGO I NOTICED A DIP IN THE MAT . I TOOK IT OFF AND NOTICED A SECTION OF MAT MISSING. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND RECEIVED NO HELP . I AM NOW MISSING MOST OF MY DASH TOP . THERE ARE NUMEROUS SHARP PIECES WHI...

Dec 19, 2013 Structure 150,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2001 RAM NEW FROM DEALER . I PUT A DASH MAT ON FIRST WEEK I OWNED . A FEW YEARS AGO I NOTICED A DIP IN THE MAT . I TOOK IT OFF AND NOTICED A SECTION OF MAT MISSING. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND RECEIVED NO HELP . I AM NOW MISSING MOST OF MY DASH TOP . THERE ARE NUMEROUS SHARP PIECES WHI...

Dec 3, 2013 Structure 317,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH FAILED AND CAUSED THE HOOD TO OPEN AND STRIKE THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 317,0...

Dec 3, 2013 Structure 317,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH FAILED AND CAUSED THE HOOD TO OPEN AND STRIKE THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 317,0...

Nov 25, 2013 Structure

DASH BOARD TOTALLY DESTROYED LIGHTS AND A/C SWITCH WON;T WORK PROPERLY RADIO IS ATTACHED ONLY BY 2 SCREWS I AM AFRAID THAT THE LIGHTS WILL NOT OPERATE AT NITE ANYMORE AND BECAME UNSAFE TO DRIVE. CONTACTED LOCAL DODGE DEALERS, INDICATING THEY DON"T HAVE ANY RECALLS ON THIS ITEM AND THERE IS NOTHING ...

Nov 25, 2013 Electrical System

DASH BOARD TOTALLY DESTROYED LIGHTS AND A/C SWITCH WON;T WORK PROPERLY RADIO IS ATTACHED ONLY BY 2 SCREWS I AM AFRAID THAT THE LIGHTS WILL NOT OPERATE AT NITE ANYMORE AND BECAME UNSAFE TO DRIVE. CONTACTED LOCAL DODGE DEALERS, INDICATING THEY DON"T HAVE ANY RECALLS ON THIS ITEM AND THERE IS NOTHING ...

Nov 25, 2013 Structure

DASH BOARD TOTALLY DESTROYED LIGHTS AND A/C SWITCH WON;T WORK PROPERLY RADIO IS ATTACHED ONLY BY 2 SCREWS I AM AFRAID THAT THE LIGHTS WILL NOT OPERATE AT NITE ANYMORE AND BECAME UNSAFE TO DRIVE. CONTACTED LOCAL DODGE DEALERS, INDICATING THEY DON"T HAVE ANY RECALLS ON THIS ITEM AND THERE IS NOTHING ...

Nov 25, 2013 Electrical System

DASH BOARD TOTALLY DESTROYED LIGHTS AND A/C SWITCH WON;T WORK PROPERLY RADIO IS ATTACHED ONLY BY 2 SCREWS I AM AFRAID THAT THE LIGHTS WILL NOT OPERATE AT NITE ANYMORE AND BECAME UNSAFE TO DRIVE. CONTACTED LOCAL DODGE DEALERS, INDICATING THEY DON"T HAVE ANY RECALLS ON THIS ITEM AND THERE IS NOTHING ...

Nov 2, 2013 Electrical System 102,000 mi

TURNED KEY TO START POSITION AND ENGINE WOULD NOT CRANK OVER. TURNED KEY OFF AND BACK ON AND FOUND NONE OF THE DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON (WATER IN FUEL, TEMP, BRAKE, SEAT BELT, ETC.). THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE DASH OR IGNITION SWITCH. UPON INSPECTION I FOUND THE MA...

Nov 2, 2013 Electrical System 102,000 mi

TURNED KEY TO START POSITION AND ENGINE WOULD NOT CRANK OVER. TURNED KEY OFF AND BACK ON AND FOUND NONE OF THE DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON (WATER IN FUEL, TEMP, BRAKE, SEAT BELT, ETC.). THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE DASH OR IGNITION SWITCH. UPON INSPECTION I FOUND THE MA...

Sep 24, 2013 Structure 106,000 mi

TOP OF DASH IS CRACKED ALL THE WAY THROUGH FROM FRONT TO BACK IN SEVERAL PLACES. IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN PARKED EITHER IN THE SHADE OF UNDER A CARPORT. *JS

Sep 24, 2013 Structure 106,000 mi

TOP OF DASH IS CRACKED ALL THE WAY THROUGH FROM FRONT TO BACK IN SEVERAL PLACES. IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN PARKED EITHER IN THE SHADE OF UNDER A CARPORT. *JS

Jul 19, 2013 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE NUMEROUS CRACKS ACROSS THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF THE DASHBOARD. IN ADDITION, A MASSIVE HOLE WAS LOCATED WITHIN THE CENTER OF THE DASHBOARD NEAR THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED O...

Jul 19, 2013 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE NUMEROUS CRACKS ACROSS THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF THE DASHBOARD. IN ADDITION, A MASSIVE HOLE WAS LOCATED WITHIN THE CENTER OF THE DASHBOARD NEAR THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED O...

Apr 1, 2013 Structure 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS STARTING TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT HE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Apr 1, 2013 Structure 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS STARTING TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT HE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Mar 19, 2013 Structure 65,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD HAS BROKEN INTO SEVERAL PIECES WHICH MAY CREATE A HAZARD IN AN ACCIDENT. IT IS STILL STAYING TOGETHER BUT I'M CONCERNED OVER TIME THAT IT WILL NOT. *TR

Mar 19, 2013 Structure 65,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD HAS BROKEN INTO SEVERAL PIECES WHICH MAY CREATE A HAZARD IN AN ACCIDENT. IT IS STILL STAYING TOGETHER BUT I'M CONCERNED OVER TIME THAT IT WILL NOT. *TR

Jan 22, 2013 Visibility Fire 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATER MOTOR WAS EMITTING HOT AIR AND HE COULD SMELL BURNING WIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE RESISTER, WIRING HARNESS AND THE BLOWER MOTOR FAILED, WHICH WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE C...

Jan 22, 2013 Visibility Fire 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATER MOTOR WAS EMITTING HOT AIR AND HE COULD SMELL BURNING WIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE RESISTER, WIRING HARNESS AND THE BLOWER MOTOR FAILED, WHICH WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE C...

Jan 10, 2013 Structure 150,000 mi

THE SPARE TIRE BELOW THE PICKUP BED BROKE LOOSE FROM IT'S CABLE AND FELL OUT ON TO THE HIGHWAY. THIS ALSO HAPPENED WITH MY 1998 DODGE DAKOTA. *TR

Jan 10, 2013 Tires 150,000 mi

THE SPARE TIRE BELOW THE PICKUP BED BROKE LOOSE FROM IT'S CABLE AND FELL OUT ON TO THE HIGHWAY. THIS ALSO HAPPENED WITH MY 1998 DODGE DAKOTA. *TR

Jan 10, 2013 Structure 150,000 mi

THE SPARE TIRE BELOW THE PICKUP BED BROKE LOOSE FROM IT'S CABLE AND FELL OUT ON TO THE HIGHWAY. THIS ALSO HAPPENED WITH MY 1998 DODGE DAKOTA. *TR

Jan 10, 2013 Tires 150,000 mi

THE SPARE TIRE BELOW THE PICKUP BED BROKE LOOSE FROM IT'S CABLE AND FELL OUT ON TO THE HIGHWAY. THIS ALSO HAPPENED WITH MY 1998 DODGE DAKOTA. *TR

Jan 4, 2013 Structure 40,000 mi

DASH BOARD AND GAUGE COVER FOR DASH STARTED TO SEVERELY CRACK, CALLED DODGE, I WAS TOLD THERE WERE NOT COMPLAINTS OF DASHES CRACKING. I WAS TOLD BY DODGE THAT NOTHING WOULD BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY AND DO NOT PARK MY TRUCK IN THE SUN. A FEW YEARS LATER THE ENTIRE UNIT FELL INTO THE DEFROST /HVAC ...

Jan 4, 2013 Structure 40,000 mi

DASH BOARD AND GAUGE COVER FOR DASH STARTED TO SEVERELY CRACK, CALLED DODGE, I WAS TOLD THERE WERE NOT COMPLAINTS OF DASHES CRACKING. I WAS TOLD BY DODGE THAT NOTHING WOULD BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY AND DO NOT PARK MY TRUCK IN THE SUN. A FEW YEARS LATER THE ENTIRE UNIT FELL INTO THE DEFROST /HVAC ...

Dec 18, 2012 Structure 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, HE NOTICED A CRACK FROM THE DASHBOARD TO THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND ADVISED TH...

Dec 18, 2012 Structure 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, HE NOTICED A CRACK FROM THE DASHBOARD TO THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND ADVISED TH...

Dec 3, 2012 Tires 333,582 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 EQUIPPED WITH B.F GOODRICH COMMERCIAL T/A TIRES, SIZE: LT245/75R16 ECOMAS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRES FAILED, CAUSING EXTENSIVE DAMAGES TO THE WINDSHIELD, RADIATOR, QUARTER PANEL, THE ENTIRE EXHAUST...

Dec 3, 2012 Tires 333,582 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 EQUIPPED WITH B.F GOODRICH COMMERCIAL T/A TIRES, SIZE: LT245/75R16 ECOMAS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRES FAILED, CAUSING EXTENSIVE DAMAGES TO THE WINDSHIELD, RADIATOR, QUARTER PANEL, THE ENTIRE EXHAUST...

Oct 31, 2012 Service Brakes 195,888 mi

I WAS DRIVING TODAY AND WHILE COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN I APPLIED MY BRAKES ONLY TO FIND OUT I HAD NONE. THE REAR BRAKE LINE THAT RUNS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE CORRODED REALLY BAD BEHIND THE GAS TANK AND BLEW. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES AROUND OR ELSE AN ACCIDENT COULD HAVE HAPPENED. AFTER DOIN...

Oct 31, 2012 Service Brakes 195,888 mi

I WAS DRIVING TODAY AND WHILE COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN I APPLIED MY BRAKES ONLY TO FIND OUT I HAD NONE. THE REAR BRAKE LINE THAT RUNS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE CORRODED REALLY BAD BEHIND THE GAS TANK AND BLEW. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES AROUND OR ELSE AN ACCIDENT COULD HAVE HAPPENED. AFTER DOIN...

Oct 9, 2012 Structure 39,000 mi

I HAVE OWNED THIS TRUCK ABOUT 3 YEARS. THE VEHICLE HAS APPROX. 39,000 MILES ON IT. I NOTICED SMALL CRACKS IN THE DASHBOARD. OVER THE LAST 3 YEARS, THE CRACKS HAVE GOTTEN LARGER. I WAS TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE 81 AND GOING ACROSS A BRIDGE JOINT. THE BRIDGE JOINT DIPS DOWN AND THE SHOCK OF THE BRI...

Oct 9, 2012 Structure 39,000 mi

I HAVE OWNED THIS TRUCK ABOUT 3 YEARS. THE VEHICLE HAS APPROX. 39,000 MILES ON IT. I NOTICED SMALL CRACKS IN THE DASHBOARD. OVER THE LAST 3 YEARS, THE CRACKS HAVE GOTTEN LARGER. I WAS TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE 81 AND GOING ACROSS A BRIDGE JOINT. THE BRIDGE JOINT DIPS DOWN AND THE SHOCK OF THE BRI...

Oct 1, 2012 Air Bags 202,000 mi

AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY ON IMPACT (DEAD STOP) WHEN TRUCKS FRONT END STRUCK A TREE . *TR

Oct 1, 2012 Air Bags 202,000 mi

AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY ON IMPACT (DEAD STOP) WHEN TRUCKS FRONT END STRUCK A TREE . *TR

Sep 11, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 158,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER AND FUEL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE...

Sep 11, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 158,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER AND FUEL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE...

Aug 29, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 154,000 mi

WHILE MOVING FORWARD FROM PARKED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE TRUCK ROLLED INTO A FENCE. UPON INSPECTION UNDER THE TRUCK, BRAKE FLUID WAS COVERING THE FRAME RAIL UNDER THE BED, BEHIND THE FUEL TANK. UPON RESEARCHING THE PROBLEM, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT MULTIPLE VEHICLES HAVE EXPERIENCED BR...

Aug 29, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 154,000 mi

WHILE MOVING FORWARD FROM PARKED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE TRUCK ROLLED INTO A FENCE. UPON INSPECTION UNDER THE TRUCK, BRAKE FLUID WAS COVERING THE FRAME RAIL UNDER THE BED, BEHIND THE FUEL TANK. UPON RESEARCHING THE PROBLEM, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT MULTIPLE VEHICLES HAVE EXPERIENCED BR...

Aug 22, 2012 Visibility/wiper 12,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICK UP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE WINDOW FOGGED UP AND CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DEFROST THE WINDOW CAUSING HIS VISIBILITY TO BE BLOCKED. THE CONTAC MENTIONED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER ONLY WORKED ON THE BOTTOM VENTS. THE FAILU...

Aug 22, 2012 Visibility/wiper 12,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICK UP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE WINDOW FOGGED UP AND CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DEFROST THE WINDOW CAUSING HIS VISIBILITY TO BE BLOCKED. THE CONTAC MENTIONED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER ONLY WORKED ON THE BOTTOM VENTS. THE FAILU...

Aug 15, 2012 Structure 50,000 mi

I'M THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF ONE 2001.5 DODGE 2500, IN 1997 THE DASH HAS STARTED TO DEVELOP CRACKS, TODAY ITS IN LITTLE PIECES, I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AS THE DASH MIGHT COLLAPSE ENTIRELY O THE WIRING CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. I TURNED TO CHRYSLER FOR HELP AND WAS TOLD THEY TAKE NO RESPONSIB...

Aug 15, 2012 Structure 50,000 mi

I'M THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF ONE 2001.5 DODGE 2500, IN 1997 THE DASH HAS STARTED TO DEVELOP CRACKS, TODAY ITS IN LITTLE PIECES, I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AS THE DASH MIGHT COLLAPSE ENTIRELY O THE WIRING CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. I TURNED TO CHRYSLER FOR HELP AND WAS TOLD THEY TAKE NO RESPONSIB...

Aug 14, 2012 Structure 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED IN SEVERAL PIECES DUE TO DEFECTIVE MATERIAL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DENIED ASSISTANCE WITH THE REPAIR. THE DASHBOARD WAS NOT REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 45,000 AND THE CURR...

Aug 14, 2012 Structure 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED IN SEVERAL PIECES DUE TO DEFECTIVE MATERIAL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DENIED ASSISTANCE WITH THE REPAIR. THE DASHBOARD WAS NOT REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 45,000 AND THE CURR...

Jul 24, 2012 Service Brakes 129,329 mi

THE BRAKE LINE THAT RUNS FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE REAR BRAKE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE HAS ROTTED OUT AND BUSTED. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON THESE DODGE RAM TRUCKS . I HAVE CARS FROM THE 1960'S AND THE BRAKE LINES HAVE NOT RUSTED AT ALL AND THIS TRUCK IS 11 YEARS OLD. THIS HAPPENS A LOT ON THESE T...

Jul 24, 2012 Service Brakes 129,329 mi

THE BRAKE LINE THAT RUNS FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE REAR BRAKE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE HAS ROTTED OUT AND BUSTED. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON THESE DODGE RAM TRUCKS . I HAVE CARS FROM THE 1960'S AND THE BRAKE LINES HAVE NOT RUSTED AT ALL AND THIS TRUCK IS 11 YEARS OLD. THIS HAPPENS A LOT ON THESE T...

Jul 23, 2012 Steering 230,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE PITMAN ARM FRACTURED IN THE STEERING COLUMN. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE HYDRAULIC FLUID TO THE POWER STEERING. THE CONTACT CALLED THREE DEALERS AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY WERE UNFAMILIAR WITH THE FAILUR...

Jul 23, 2012 Steering 230,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE PITMAN ARM FRACTURED IN THE STEERING COLUMN. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE HYDRAULIC FLUID TO THE POWER STEERING. THE CONTACT CALLED THREE DEALERS AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY WERE UNFAMILIAR WITH THE FAILUR...

Jul 10, 2012 Structure 70,400 mi

THE PLASTIC DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND DISINTEGRATING BEFORE MY VERY EYES. EVERY DAY THE CRACKS WIDEN AND SPREAD, AND EVERY DAY ANOTHER PIECE OF THE DASHBOARD BREAKS COMPLETELY OFF. THE SHARDS OF PLASTIC ARE SHARP AND JAGGED, AND POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS. *TR

Jul 10, 2012 Structure 70,400 mi

THE PLASTIC DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND DISINTEGRATING BEFORE MY VERY EYES. EVERY DAY THE CRACKS WIDEN AND SPREAD, AND EVERY DAY ANOTHER PIECE OF THE DASHBOARD BREAKS COMPLETELY OFF. THE SHARDS OF PLASTIC ARE SHARP AND JAGGED, AND POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS. *TR

Jul 8, 2012 Structure 200,000 mi

DASH BOARD HAS CRACKED AND NOW CAVING IN SHOWING ALL OF THE INSIDE COMPONENTS. HOPE THE SUN WON'T MELT THE WIRES. *TR

Jul 8, 2012 Service Brakes 125,654 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND SOMEONE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME AND STOPPED AND I WENT TO HIT MY BRAKES AND THEY WENT COMPLETELY OUT . IT WAS THE REAR MAIN BRAKE LINE THAT RUNS BEHIND THE GAS TANK. THE NEXT TIME I WAS COMING DOWN A HILL TO A STOP SIGN WITH SOME STEEL IN THE BED AND A DIFFERENT BRAKE LINE AFTER ...

Jul 8, 2012 Structure 200,000 mi

DASH BOARD HAS CRACKED AND NOW CAVING IN SHOWING ALL OF THE INSIDE COMPONENTS. HOPE THE SUN WON'T MELT THE WIRES. *TR

Jul 8, 2012 Service Brakes 125,654 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND SOMEONE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME AND STOPPED AND I WENT TO HIT MY BRAKES AND THEY WENT COMPLETELY OUT . IT WAS THE REAR MAIN BRAKE LINE THAT RUNS BEHIND THE GAS TANK. THE NEXT TIME I WAS COMING DOWN A HILL TO A STOP SIGN WITH SOME STEEL IN THE BED AND A DIFFERENT BRAKE LINE AFTER ...

Jul 6, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON INTERSTATE 5 CALIFORNIA THE TRUCK JUST DIED ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS STUCK IN 105 DEGREE HEAT FOR 2 HOURS BEFORE THE TOW TRUCK GOT THERE. I HAD NO WATER AND I AM A CANCER SURVIVOR. I HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY ILL EVER SINCE. VERY TIRED AND I HAVE NO APPETITE. 4,200 HUNDRED TRUCK REPA...

Jul 6, 2012 Engine 150,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON INTERSTATE 5 CALIFORNIA THE TRUCK JUST DIED ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS STUCK IN 105 DEGREE HEAT FOR 2 HOURS BEFORE THE TOW TRUCK GOT THERE. I HAD NO WATER AND I AM A CANCER SURVIVOR. I HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY ILL EVER SINCE. VERY TIRED AND I HAVE NO APPETITE. 4,200 HUNDRED TRUCK REPA...

Jul 6, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON INTERSTATE 5 CALIFORNIA THE TRUCK JUST DIED ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS STUCK IN 105 DEGREE HEAT FOR 2 HOURS BEFORE THE TOW TRUCK GOT THERE. I HAD NO WATER AND I AM A CANCER SURVIVOR. I HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY ILL EVER SINCE. VERY TIRED AND I HAVE NO APPETITE. 4,200 HUNDRED TRUCK REPA...

Jul 6, 2012 Engine 150,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON INTERSTATE 5 CALIFORNIA THE TRUCK JUST DIED ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS STUCK IN 105 DEGREE HEAT FOR 2 HOURS BEFORE THE TOW TRUCK GOT THERE. I HAD NO WATER AND I AM A CANCER SURVIVOR. I HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY ILL EVER SINCE. VERY TIRED AND I HAVE NO APPETITE. 4,200 HUNDRED TRUCK REPA...

Jun 3, 2012 Steering 103,000 mi

2001.5 DODGE 2500 QUAD 4X4 DIESEL. STEERING HAS BEEN BAD FOR LAST FEW YEARS. TOOK IN AND ALL UP FRONT IS BAD, HUBS, JOINTS, BALL JOINTS, TIE RODS AND EVEN THE GEAR BOX OUTPUT SHAFT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE DEALER KNOWS THAT THE 2500 COMES OFF THE LINE WITH 1/4" GIVE OR TAKE PLAY IN THE BALL JOINTS AS IT...

Jun 3, 2012 Suspension 103,000 mi

2001.5 DODGE 2500 QUAD 4X4 DIESEL. STEERING HAS BEEN BAD FOR LAST FEW YEARS. TOOK IN AND ALL UP FRONT IS BAD, HUBS, JOINTS, BALL JOINTS, TIE RODS AND EVEN THE GEAR BOX OUTPUT SHAFT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE DEALER KNOWS THAT THE 2500 COMES OFF THE LINE WITH 1/4" GIVE OR TAKE PLAY IN THE BALL JOINTS AS IT...

Jun 3, 2012 Steering 103,000 mi

2001.5 DODGE 2500 QUAD 4X4 DIESEL. STEERING HAS BEEN BAD FOR LAST FEW YEARS. TOOK IN AND ALL UP FRONT IS BAD, HUBS, JOINTS, BALL JOINTS, TIE RODS AND EVEN THE GEAR BOX OUTPUT SHAFT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE DEALER KNOWS THAT THE 2500 COMES OFF THE LINE WITH 1/4" GIVE OR TAKE PLAY IN THE BALL JOINTS AS IT...

Jun 3, 2012 Suspension 103,000 mi

2001.5 DODGE 2500 QUAD 4X4 DIESEL. STEERING HAS BEEN BAD FOR LAST FEW YEARS. TOOK IN AND ALL UP FRONT IS BAD, HUBS, JOINTS, BALL JOINTS, TIE RODS AND EVEN THE GEAR BOX OUTPUT SHAFT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE DEALER KNOWS THAT THE 2500 COMES OFF THE LINE WITH 1/4" GIVE OR TAKE PLAY IN THE BALL JOINTS AS IT...

May 18, 2012 Structure 55,000 mi

DASH AND BEZEL ARE CRACKING. PIECES ARE FALLING INTO IT. WHAT PROBLEMS WILL THIS CAUSE. HEATER CORE IS LEAKING SPILLING COOLANT ONTO CAB CARPET AND PAD. WAS TOLD THIS MODEL TRUCK HAS NO AIR INTAKE FILTER TO STOP LEAVES AND OTHER TRASH FROM ENTERING THE SYSTEM THEN ROTTING ...

May 18, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 55,000 mi

DASH AND BEZEL ARE CRACKING. PIECES ARE FALLING INTO IT. WHAT PROBLEMS WILL THIS CAUSE. HEATER CORE IS LEAKING SPILLING COOLANT ONTO CAB CARPET AND PAD. WAS TOLD THIS MODEL TRUCK HAS NO AIR INTAKE FILTER TO STOP LEAVES AND OTHER TRASH FROM ENTERING THE SYSTEM THEN ROTTING ...

May 18, 2012 Structure 55,000 mi

DASH AND BEZEL ARE CRACKING. PIECES ARE FALLING INTO IT. WHAT PROBLEMS WILL THIS CAUSE. HEATER CORE IS LEAKING SPILLING COOLANT ONTO CAB CARPET AND PAD. WAS TOLD THIS MODEL TRUCK HAS NO AIR INTAKE FILTER TO STOP LEAVES AND OTHER TRASH FROM ENTERING THE SYSTEM THEN ROTTING ...

May 18, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 55,000 mi

DASH AND BEZEL ARE CRACKING. PIECES ARE FALLING INTO IT. WHAT PROBLEMS WILL THIS CAUSE. HEATER CORE IS LEAKING SPILLING COOLANT ONTO CAB CARPET AND PAD. WAS TOLD THIS MODEL TRUCK HAS NO AIR INTAKE FILTER TO STOP LEAVES AND OTHER TRASH FROM ENTERING THE SYSTEM THEN ROTTING ...

May 11, 2012 Suspension 88,000 mi

THE REAR SPRING PADS ON MY TRUCK ARE RUSTING APART. NOT JUST SURFACE CORROSION BUT ACTUAL SPLITTING AND FLAKING OF THE METAL. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT LOSS OF CONTROL IF THE PAD SPLITS APART AS THE REAR AXLE COULD SHIFT, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *TR

May 11, 2012 Structure 88,000 mi

THE REAR SPRING PADS ON MY TRUCK ARE RUSTING APART. NOT JUST SURFACE CORROSION BUT ACTUAL SPLITTING AND FLAKING OF THE METAL. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT LOSS OF CONTROL IF THE PAD SPLITS APART AS THE REAR AXLE COULD SHIFT, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *TR

May 11, 2012 Structure 78,000 mi

THE DASH IS FALLING APART. I HAVE CONCERNS THIS MAY AFFECT THE AIRBAG SYSTEM WIRING RESULTING IN FAILURE TO FUNCTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. *TR

May 11, 2012 Suspension 88,000 mi

THE REAR SPRING PADS ON MY TRUCK ARE RUSTING APART. NOT JUST SURFACE CORROSION BUT ACTUAL SPLITTING AND FLAKING OF THE METAL. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT LOSS OF CONTROL IF THE PAD SPLITS APART AS THE REAR AXLE COULD SHIFT, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *TR

May 11, 2012 Structure 88,000 mi

THE REAR SPRING PADS ON MY TRUCK ARE RUSTING APART. NOT JUST SURFACE CORROSION BUT ACTUAL SPLITTING AND FLAKING OF THE METAL. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT LOSS OF CONTROL IF THE PAD SPLITS APART AS THE REAR AXLE COULD SHIFT, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *TR

May 11, 2012 Structure 78,000 mi

THE DASH IS FALLING APART. I HAVE CONCERNS THIS MAY AFFECT THE AIRBAG SYSTEM WIRING RESULTING IN FAILURE TO FUNCTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. *TR

May 10, 2012 Structure 90,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD STARTING DEVELOPING CRACKS A FEW YEARS AGO. NOW SMALL PIECES ARE BEGINNING TO BREAK OFF AND DROP INTO THE AREA BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND AROUND ELECTRICAL WIRING. *TR

May 10, 2012 Structure 90,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD STARTING DEVELOPING CRACKS A FEW YEARS AGO. NOW SMALL PIECES ARE BEGINNING TO BREAK OFF AND DROP INTO THE AREA BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND AROUND ELECTRICAL WIRING. *TR

May 1, 2012 Steering 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 QUAD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WOULD STEER UNCONTROLLABLY WHEN DRIVING OVER UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR ...

May 1, 2012 Steering 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 QUAD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WOULD STEER UNCONTROLLABLY WHEN DRIVING OVER UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR ...

Mar 16, 2012 Structure

2001 DODGE 2500 DASH CRACKS CREATING HOLES IN DASH OR LARGE CRACKS. *TR

Mar 16, 2012 Structure

2001 DODGE 2500 DASH CRACKS CREATING HOLES IN DASH OR LARGE CRACKS. *TR

Feb 26, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 226,000 mi

PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY MY STEEL BRAKE LINE ON THE FRAME BROKE AT THE REAR COUPLING DUE TO RUST. THIS TRUCK WAS DRIVEN ON NJ ROADS AND NEVER PUT A BOAT IN WATER. *TR

Feb 26, 2012 Structure Crash 147,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY HOOD FLEW OPEN AT 65 MPH. I HAD BEEN DRIVING THE TRUCK FOR SEVERAL HOURS PREVIOUSLY NEVER TOUCHED THE HOOD LATCH RELEASE ARM IN THE TRUCK IN FACT THE HOOD HAD NOT BEEN OPEN IN SEVERAL WEEKS. I THINK THERE ARE STILL FAULTY HOOD LATCHES OUT THERE ON SOME OF THESE TRUCKS AND T...

Feb 26, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 226,000 mi

PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY MY STEEL BRAKE LINE ON THE FRAME BROKE AT THE REAR COUPLING DUE TO RUST. THIS TRUCK WAS DRIVEN ON NJ ROADS AND NEVER PUT A BOAT IN WATER. *TR

Feb 26, 2012 Structure Crash 147,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY HOOD FLEW OPEN AT 65 MPH. I HAD BEEN DRIVING THE TRUCK FOR SEVERAL HOURS PREVIOUSLY NEVER TOUCHED THE HOOD LATCH RELEASE ARM IN THE TRUCK IN FACT THE HOOD HAD NOT BEEN OPEN IN SEVERAL WEEKS. I THINK THERE ARE STILL FAULTY HOOD LATCHES OUT THERE ON SOME OF THESE TRUCKS AND T...

Feb 23, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 81,000 mi

DRIVING MY DODGE TRUCK TO WORK. THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR FOR NO REASON. PADS AND FLUID WAS OK WHEN CHECKED SEVERAL WEEKS PRIOR. LIMPED HOME ON BACKUP BRAKE RESERVOIR. ALMOST NO BRAKES. TOOK IT TO A SHOP. THEY FOUND THAT THE BRAKE LINE ON THE FRAME BEHIND THE TANK (CAN'T SEE IT) WAS BA...

Feb 23, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 81,000 mi

DRIVING MY DODGE TRUCK TO WORK. THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR FOR NO REASON. PADS AND FLUID WAS OK WHEN CHECKED SEVERAL WEEKS PRIOR. LIMPED HOME ON BACKUP BRAKE RESERVOIR. ALMOST NO BRAKES. TOOK IT TO A SHOP. THEY FOUND THAT THE BRAKE LINE ON THE FRAME BEHIND THE TANK (CAN'T SEE IT) WAS BA...

Feb 21, 2012 Steering 67,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE DRIFTED FROM LANE TO LANE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC TO HAVE THE ENTIRE FRONT SUSPENSION REPLACED. AFTER THE REMEDY REPAIR, THE VEHICLE CONTI...

Feb 21, 2012 Steering 67,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE DRIFTED FROM LANE TO LANE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC TO HAVE THE ENTIRE FRONT SUSPENSION REPLACED. AFTER THE REMEDY REPAIR, THE VEHICLE CONTI...

Jan 30, 2012 Unknown Or Other 78,964 mi

DASHBOARD BEGAN CRACKING ON 2001 DODGE RAM TRUCK IN LATE 2007. IT HAS NOW COMPLETELY DESINTEGRATED AND LARGE PIECES HAVE COME LOOSE AND FALLEN BEHIND THE DASH. I'M TRULY CONCERNED THAT THE LOOSE DASHBOARD PIECES COULD CAUSE A MALFUNCTION OF ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL SYSTEMS OF THE VEHICLE MAKING IT U...

Jan 30, 2012 Unknown Or Other 78,964 mi

DASHBOARD BEGAN CRACKING ON 2001 DODGE RAM TRUCK IN LATE 2007. IT HAS NOW COMPLETELY DESINTEGRATED AND LARGE PIECES HAVE COME LOOSE AND FALLEN BEHIND THE DASH. I'M TRULY CONCERNED THAT THE LOOSE DASHBOARD PIECES COULD CAUSE A MALFUNCTION OF ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL SYSTEMS OF THE VEHICLE MAKING IT U...

Jan 13, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LOOSE POWER WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND T...

Jan 13, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD LOOSE POWER WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND T...

Dec 7, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL SYSTEM AND FUEL INJECTOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WOULD LOOSE POWER WHILE DRIVING AND EVENTUALLY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE. THE VE...

Dec 7, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL SYSTEM AND FUEL INJECTOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WOULD LOOSE POWER WHILE DRIVING AND EVENTUALLY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE. THE VE...

Dec 3, 2011 Structure

THE DASH HAS BEEN DEVELOPING BAD CRACKS BUT NOW HAS JUST CRUMBLED LEAVING GAPING HOLES AND SHARP AND JAGGED PIECES. *TR

Dec 3, 2011 Structure

THE DASH HAS BEEN DEVELOPING BAD CRACKS BUT NOW HAS JUST CRUMBLED LEAVING GAPING HOLES AND SHARP AND JAGGED PIECES. *TR

Nov 21, 2011 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THE DASHBOARD WAS DEVELOPING SEVERE CRACKS ALONG ITS ENTIRE STRUCTURE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED HE COULD NO LONGER PLACE ANY OBJECTS ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR REPA...

Nov 21, 2011 Structure 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD WAS FRACTURED AND EXPOSING SHARP EDGES. THE DEALER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS AWARE OF THE FAILURE; HOWEVER, DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THERE WERE NO RECALLS. NO REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED. T...

Nov 21, 2011 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THE DASHBOARD WAS DEVELOPING SEVERE CRACKS ALONG ITS ENTIRE STRUCTURE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED HE COULD NO LONGER PLACE ANY OBJECTS ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR REPA...

Nov 21, 2011 Structure 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD WAS FRACTURED AND EXPOSING SHARP EDGES. THE DEALER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS AWARE OF THE FAILURE; HOWEVER, DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THERE WERE NO RECALLS. NO REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED. T...

Oct 4, 2011 Structure 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT APPROXIMATELY NINE DIFFERENT CRACKS WERE EXHIBITED THROUGHOUT THE DASHBOARD AND PIECES OF THE DASHBOARD WERE DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS OR REPAIRS. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MIL...

Oct 4, 2011 Structure 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT APPROXIMATELY NINE DIFFERENT CRACKS WERE EXHIBITED THROUGHOUT THE DASHBOARD AND PIECES OF THE DASHBOARD WERE DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS OR REPAIRS. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MIL...

Sep 26, 2011 Structure 63,000 mi

DASH CRACKING AND FALLING INTO PIECES, SMALLER PIECES FALL INTO THE DEFROST DUCTS AND BECOME FLYING PROJECTILES WHEN FAN IS ON HIGH. 1 MINOR INJURY NEAR THE RIGHT EYE, LACERATION, DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL TREATMENT. *TR

Sep 26, 2011 Structure 63,000 mi

DASH CRACKING AND FALLING INTO PIECES, SMALLER PIECES FALL INTO THE DEFROST DUCTS AND BECOME FLYING PROJECTILES WHEN FAN IS ON HIGH. 1 MINOR INJURY NEAR THE RIGHT EYE, LACERATION, DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL TREATMENT. *TR

Sep 22, 2011 Structure

THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED INTO MANY SHARP LOOSE PIECES. THESE PIECES COULD FALL INTO THE WIRING AND OTHER COMPONENTS UNDER THE DASH OR FLY INTO THE DRIVER AND CAUSE A MAJOR PROBLEM. THIS WOULD BE A SERIOUS PROBLEM FOR OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE AND FELLOW MOTORIST. THE FIX AS FAR AS I CAN DETERMINE IS...

Sep 22, 2011 Structure

THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED INTO MANY SHARP LOOSE PIECES. THESE PIECES COULD FALL INTO THE WIRING AND OTHER COMPONENTS UNDER THE DASH OR FLY INTO THE DRIVER AND CAUSE A MAJOR PROBLEM. THIS WOULD BE A SERIOUS PROBLEM FOR OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE AND FELLOW MOTORIST. THE FIX AS FAR AS I CAN DETERMINE IS...

Sep 15, 2011 Structure 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WERE MULTIPLE CRACKS VARYING IN SIZE THROUGHOUT THE DASHBOARD. THE CRACKS HAD NOT AFFECTED THE FEATURES OF THE VEHICLE BUT THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED IT WOULD IN THE FUTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TES...

Sep 15, 2011 Structure 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WERE MULTIPLE CRACKS VARYING IN SIZE THROUGHOUT THE DASHBOARD. THE CRACKS HAD NOT AFFECTED THE FEATURES OF THE VEHICLE BUT THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED IT WOULD IN THE FUTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TES...

Sep 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

UNDER SOLID BRAKING AT 20 MPH THE MAIN HARD LINE FROM THE FRONT TO THE REAR BRAKES BLEW AT THE 45* BEND NEXT TO THE FUEL TANK. *TR

Sep 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

UNDER SOLID BRAKING AT 20 MPH THE MAIN HARD LINE FROM THE FRONT TO THE REAR BRAKES BLEW AT THE 45* BEND NEXT TO THE FUEL TANK. *TR

Aug 23, 2011 Structure 115,000 mi

DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN FOUR PLACES. FOUND LAST SUMMER. *TR

Aug 23, 2011 Structure 115,000 mi

DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN FOUR PLACES. FOUND LAST SUMMER. *TR

Aug 22, 2011 Structure 80,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKED FOR NO REASON ON 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. *TR

Aug 22, 2011 Structure 80,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKED FOR NO REASON ON 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. *TR

Aug 11, 2011 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD. THE DEALER REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000 AND THE CURRE...

Aug 11, 2011 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD. THE DEALER REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000 AND THE CURRE...

Aug 1, 2011 Structure 120,000 mi

DASHBOARD ON TRUCK IS CRACKING. THE CRACKS FORM EXTREMELY SHARP EDGES AND DAGGER SHAPES WHICH WOULD CUT VEHICLE OCCUPANTS IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. *KB

Aug 1, 2011 Structure 120,000 mi

DASHBOARD ON TRUCK IS CRACKING. THE CRACKS FORM EXTREMELY SHARP EDGES AND DAGGER SHAPES WHICH WOULD CUT VEHICLE OCCUPANTS IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. *KB

Jul 23, 2011 Unknown Or Other 86,500 mi

THE DASHBOARD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 BEGAN TO CRACK, NOW THERE ARE SEVERAL CRACKS IN THE DASH. THIS VEHICLE IS IN A HEATED GARAGE MOST OF THE TIME AND THE WINDOWS ARE OPEN WHEN IN THE GARAGE DURING THE SUMMER AND WINTER. THE VEHICLE IS WELL CARED FOR AND CLEAN, I SEE NO REASON FOR THIS TO HAVE...

Jul 23, 2011 Unknown Or Other 86,500 mi

THE DASHBOARD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 BEGAN TO CRACK, NOW THERE ARE SEVERAL CRACKS IN THE DASH. THIS VEHICLE IS IN A HEATED GARAGE MOST OF THE TIME AND THE WINDOWS ARE OPEN WHEN IN THE GARAGE DURING THE SUMMER AND WINTER. THE VEHICLE IS WELL CARED FOR AND CLEAN, I SEE NO REASON FOR THIS TO HAVE...

Jul 20, 2011 Steering 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE STEERING WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL FROM ONE LANE TO ANOTHER. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO ADVISED HER THAT THE STEERING TRACK BAR AND STEERING BOXES FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRE...

Jul 20, 2011 Steering 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE STEERING WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL FROM ONE LANE TO ANOTHER. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO ADVISED HER THAT THE STEERING TRACK BAR AND STEERING BOXES FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRE...

Jul 18, 2011 Structure

MY DODGE 2001 RAM, DASHBOARD CRACKING. THERE ARE 2 OTHER GUYS HERE AT WORK THAT HAVE THE SAME ISSUE, BOTH RAMS BETWEEN 2001/2008. STORY ON THE NEWS TODAY OF PROBLEMS EVERYWHERE. BEEN CRACKING OVER LAST 4-5 YEARS. *KB

Jul 18, 2011 Structure

MY DODGE 2001 RAM, DASHBOARD CRACKING. THERE ARE 2 OTHER GUYS HERE AT WORK THAT HAVE THE SAME ISSUE, BOTH RAMS BETWEEN 2001/2008. STORY ON THE NEWS TODAY OF PROBLEMS EVERYWHERE. BEEN CRACKING OVER LAST 4-5 YEARS. *KB

Jul 17, 2011 Structure 90,000 mi

WE BOUGHT A NEW 2001 DODGE 2500 IN OCTOBER 2000. APPROXIMATELY 5 YEARS AFTER WE BOUGHT IT THE DASH BEGAN FALLING APART. AT THE TIME IT BEGAN CRACKING, I WROTE DODGE A LETTER EXPLAINING OUR PROBLEM AND REQUESTING THEY REPAIR THE DASH "IN GOOD FAITH" EVEN THOUGH IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THEY NEVER E...

Jul 17, 2011 Structure 90,000 mi

WE BOUGHT A NEW 2001 DODGE 2500 IN OCTOBER 2000. APPROXIMATELY 5 YEARS AFTER WE BOUGHT IT THE DASH BEGAN FALLING APART. AT THE TIME IT BEGAN CRACKING, I WROTE DODGE A LETTER EXPLAINING OUR PROBLEM AND REQUESTING THEY REPAIR THE DASH "IN GOOD FAITH" EVEN THOUGH IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THEY NEVER E...

Jun 28, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR UPON ENGAGEMENT. THE BRAKES WERE PUMPED REPEATEDLY BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE BRAKE LINE WAS COMPLETELY COVERED WITH RUST CAUSING BRAKE ...

Jun 28, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR UPON ENGAGEMENT. THE BRAKES WERE PUMPED REPEATEDLY BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE BRAKE LINE WAS COMPLETELY COVERED WITH RUST CAUSING BRAKE ...

Apr 19, 2011 Structure 55,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD . DASH IS CRACKED SO BAD I'M WORRIED THAT IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT LOOSE PIECES COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO OCCUPANTS IN VEHICLE. PIECES COULD ALSO FALL INTO MOVING PARTS (BRAKE PEDAL , STEERING COLUMN ) CAUSING UNSAFE CONDITIONS . MILEAGE WHEN CRACKS STARTED TO APPEA...

Apr 19, 2011 Structure 55,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD . DASH IS CRACKED SO BAD I'M WORRIED THAT IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT LOOSE PIECES COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO OCCUPANTS IN VEHICLE. PIECES COULD ALSO FALL INTO MOVING PARTS (BRAKE PEDAL , STEERING COLUMN ) CAUSING UNSAFE CONDITIONS . MILEAGE WHEN CRACKS STARTED TO APPEA...

Apr 15, 2011 Fuel System, Diesel 105,223 mi

I WAS TAKING A ROAD TRIP HAULING MY BOAT THAT WAS AROUND 300 MILES OR SO AND GOT THROUGH THE FIRST 100 + FINE. DRIVING ALONG WHEN THE TRUCKS DIES ON THE INTERSTATE AND HAS NO POWER BRAKES OR STEERING MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT AND DANGEROUS TO CONTROL AND COME TO A STOP. AFTER FINALLY AND LUCKILY COMI...

Apr 15, 2011 Fuel System, Diesel 105,223 mi

I WAS TAKING A ROAD TRIP HAULING MY BOAT THAT WAS AROUND 300 MILES OR SO AND GOT THROUGH THE FIRST 100 + FINE. DRIVING ALONG WHEN THE TRUCKS DIES ON THE INTERSTATE AND HAS NO POWER BRAKES OR STEERING MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT AND DANGEROUS TO CONTROL AND COME TO A STOP. AFTER FINALLY AND LUCKILY COMI...

Feb 22, 2011 Unknown Or Other 80,000 mi

TOP OF DASH CRACKED SO BAD PIECES ARE FALLING OUT. IF WE WERE TO GET INTO A HEAD ON COLLISION, THESE PIECES OF BROKEN PLASTIC WOULD TURN INTO SHRAPNEL. IF I KNEW ABOUT THIS SITE SOONER I WOULD OF CERTAINLY BROUGHT IT TO YOUR ATTENTION. I'M NOT ALONE IN THIS PROBLEM, OR THAT IT WAS CAUSED BY THE SUN,...

Feb 22, 2011 Unknown Or Other 80,000 mi

TOP OF DASH CRACKED SO BAD PIECES ARE FALLING OUT. IF WE WERE TO GET INTO A HEAD ON COLLISION, THESE PIECES OF BROKEN PLASTIC WOULD TURN INTO SHRAPNEL. IF I KNEW ABOUT THIS SITE SOONER I WOULD OF CERTAINLY BROUGHT IT TO YOUR ATTENTION. I'M NOT ALONE IN THIS PROBLEM, OR THAT IT WAS CAUSED BY THE SUN,...

Feb 19, 2011 Structure 98,500 mi

I OWN AN '01 DODGE RAM 2500 QUAD CAB. BOUGHT IT USED IN 2005. IN SUMMER OF 2009 THE DASH STARTED CRACKING FROM WINDSHIELD DOWN THE GLOVE BOX, AND FROM WINDSHIELD TO FRONT BEZEL IN FRONT OF DRIVER. NOW CRACKS ALL OVER. NO PIECES FALLEN OUT YET, BUT SURE WILL BE HAPPENING SOON. ASKED LOCAL DEALER...

Feb 19, 2011 Structure 98,500 mi

I OWN AN '01 DODGE RAM 2500 QUAD CAB. BOUGHT IT USED IN 2005. IN SUMMER OF 2009 THE DASH STARTED CRACKING FROM WINDSHIELD DOWN THE GLOVE BOX, AND FROM WINDSHIELD TO FRONT BEZEL IN FRONT OF DRIVER. NOW CRACKS ALL OVER. NO PIECES FALLEN OUT YET, BUT SURE WILL BE HAPPENING SOON. ASKED LOCAL DEALER...

Feb 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other

DASH PAD IS CRACKED ALL TO PIECES. SHARP PIECES ARE COMING OFF AND COULD POTENTIALLY BE DANGEROUS. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN AND DODGE SHOULD RECALL THIS.

Feb 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other

DASH PAD IS CRACKED ALL TO PIECES. SHARP PIECES ARE COMING OFF AND COULD POTENTIALLY BE DANGEROUS. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN AND DODGE SHOULD RECALL THIS.

Jan 31, 2011 Structure 186,900 mi

DASH CRACKING. PRESENTLY NO ISSUES OTHER THAN CRACKED DASH, HOWEVER, SPEED AT WHICH DASH IS DETERIORATING COULD LEAD TO ELECTRICAL FAILURES, AS HAS HAPPENED TO SEVERAL OTHER OWNERS OF THIS MAKE VEHICLE. *TR

Jan 31, 2011 Structure 186,900 mi

DASH CRACKING. PRESENTLY NO ISSUES OTHER THAN CRACKED DASH, HOWEVER, SPEED AT WHICH DASH IS DETERIORATING COULD LEAD TO ELECTRICAL FAILURES, AS HAS HAPPENED TO SEVERAL OTHER OWNERS OF THIS MAKE VEHICLE. *TR

Jan 27, 2011 Structure 70,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE 2500 TRUCK. SEVERAL YEARS AGO I NOTICED A CRACK IN THE DASH. THERE ARE NOW AT LEAST 6 CRACKS. UNFORTUNATELY THESE ARE NOT SURFACE CRACKS. THE DASH IS CRACKED ALL THE WAY THROUGH AND IS REACHING THE POINT WHERE I FEAR IT WILL EITHER COLLAPSE OR SEND PIECES FLYING AROUND THE CAB...

Jan 27, 2011 Structure 70,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE 2500 TRUCK. SEVERAL YEARS AGO I NOTICED A CRACK IN THE DASH. THERE ARE NOW AT LEAST 6 CRACKS. UNFORTUNATELY THESE ARE NOT SURFACE CRACKS. THE DASH IS CRACKED ALL THE WAY THROUGH AND IS REACHING THE POINT WHERE I FEAR IT WILL EITHER COLLAPSE OR SEND PIECES FLYING AROUND THE CAB...

Jan 3, 2011 Steering 193,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE 2500 DIESEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH AND DECELERATING TO 3 MPH, THE STEERING SHAFT SUDDENLY FRACTURED CAUSING A LOSS OF STEERING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT HE NEEDED TO REPLACE T...

Jan 3, 2011 Steering 193,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE 2500 DIESEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH AND DECELERATING TO 3 MPH, THE STEERING SHAFT SUDDENLY FRACTURED CAUSING A LOSS OF STEERING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT HE NEEDED TO REPLACE T...

Jan 1, 2011 Structure 180,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY 2001 RAM IS CRACKING UP NOW PIECES ARE STARTING TO FALL OFF I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. BROKEN PARTS CAN DAMAGE WIRING AND BECOME PROJECTILES IN A COLLISION. *TR

Jan 1, 2011 Structure 180,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY 2001 RAM IS CRACKING UP NOW PIECES ARE STARTING TO FALL OFF I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. BROKEN PARTS CAN DAMAGE WIRING AND BECOME PROJECTILES IN A COLLISION. *TR

Dec 29, 2010 Structure 90,000 mi

ENTIRE DASH AND DASH BEZEL FELL APART. NO DAMAGE DONE TO THE DASH, IT JUST FELL APART. WIRES AND DUCT WORK ARE NOW OPEN TO THE SUN AND FOREIGN MATERIALS. *TR

Dec 29, 2010 Structure 90,000 mi

ENTIRE DASH AND DASH BEZEL FELL APART. NO DAMAGE DONE TO THE DASH, IT JUST FELL APART. WIRES AND DUCT WORK ARE NOW OPEN TO THE SUN AND FOREIGN MATERIALS. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Structure 186,000 mi

DASHBOARD PLASTIC, DASHBOARD PAD SECTION BREAKS, FALLS APART IN 1999 TO 2006 MODEL YEAR DODGE RAM 1500 AND DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUPS AND MAY CUT WIRING INSIDE DASH, POSSIBLY CREATING A HAZARD. IT APPEARS TO BE A COMMON COMPLAINT ONLINE. DODGE APPEARS TO BE UNCONCERNED. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Structure 186,000 mi

DASHBOARD PLASTIC, DASHBOARD PAD SECTION BREAKS, FALLS APART IN 1999 TO 2006 MODEL YEAR DODGE RAM 1500 AND DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUPS AND MAY CUT WIRING INSIDE DASH, POSSIBLY CREATING A HAZARD. IT APPEARS TO BE A COMMON COMPLAINT ONLINE. DODGE APPEARS TO BE UNCONCERNED. *TR

Dec 13, 2010 Structure 60,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART INTO SEVERAL SHARP PIECES. I HAD A 4"X5" PIECE FALL INTO THE DASHBOARD THIS WEEK. *TR

Dec 13, 2010 Structure 60,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART INTO SEVERAL SHARP PIECES. I HAD A 4"X5" PIECE FALL INTO THE DASHBOARD THIS WEEK. *TR

Dec 6, 2010 Structure 193,000 mi

MY DASHBOARD HAD A SMALL CRACK THAT HAS TURNED IN TO A MASSIVE SINKHOLE. MY FEAR IS POSSIBLE LIFE THREATENING INJURY/ PERMANENT DISABILITY TO MYSELF OR A PASSENGER AS A RESULT OF PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT THAT WOULD CAUSE THE REMAINING PIECES OF PLASTIC TO BECOME PROJECTILES. THE DEALER HAS T...

Dec 6, 2010 Structure 193,000 mi

MY DASHBOARD HAD A SMALL CRACK THAT HAS TURNED IN TO A MASSIVE SINKHOLE. MY FEAR IS POSSIBLE LIFE THREATENING INJURY/ PERMANENT DISABILITY TO MYSELF OR A PASSENGER AS A RESULT OF PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT THAT WOULD CAUSE THE REMAINING PIECES OF PLASTIC TO BECOME PROJECTILES. THE DEALER HAS T...

Nov 28, 2010 Structure 110,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING/FAILING , RELATED ELEC. PROPLEMS W/ HEADLIGHT DIMMER. *TR

Nov 28, 2010 Structure 110,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING/FAILING , RELATED ELEC. PROPLEMS W/ HEADLIGHT DIMMER. *TR

Oct 30, 2010 Structure 28,500 mi

HARD PLASTIC DASH BOARD CRACKS INTO LOTS OF HARD SHARP PIECES THAT CAN BECOME DEADLY PROJECTILES IN A CRASH. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BEZEL ALSO BECOMES BRITTLE AND CAN POSE A SEVERE LACERATION RISK IN A COLLISION SITUATION. ALSO, AS THE DASH DEGRADES, LARGE CHUNKS CAN BECOME DISLODGED DURING DRIVING ON...

Oct 30, 2010 Structure 28,500 mi

HARD PLASTIC DASH BOARD CRACKS INTO LOTS OF HARD SHARP PIECES THAT CAN BECOME DEADLY PROJECTILES IN A CRASH. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BEZEL ALSO BECOMES BRITTLE AND CAN POSE A SEVERE LACERATION RISK IN A COLLISION SITUATION. ALSO, AS THE DASH DEGRADES, LARGE CHUNKS CAN BECOME DISLODGED DURING DRIVING ON...

Oct 25, 2010 Structure 55,400 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 4X4, BRAKE LINE DIRECTLY BEHIND GAS TANK ABOVE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE RUSTS/CORRODES WHICH CAUSES A MAJOR BRAKE FLUID LEAK AND CAUSES LOSS OF BRAKES. THIS AREA IS HIDDEN FROM IMMEDIATE SIGHT BY THE SPARE TIRE AND APPARENTLY BUILDUP DOESN'T GET WASHED AWAY IN THE CARWASH OR ...

Oct 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,400 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 4X4, BRAKE LINE DIRECTLY BEHIND GAS TANK ABOVE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE RUSTS/CORRODES WHICH CAUSES A MAJOR BRAKE FLUID LEAK AND CAUSES LOSS OF BRAKES. THIS AREA IS HIDDEN FROM IMMEDIATE SIGHT BY THE SPARE TIRE AND APPARENTLY BUILDUP DOESN'T GET WASHED AWAY IN THE CARWASH OR ...

Oct 25, 2010 Structure 55,400 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 4X4, BRAKE LINE DIRECTLY BEHIND GAS TANK ABOVE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE RUSTS/CORRODES WHICH CAUSES A MAJOR BRAKE FLUID LEAK AND CAUSES LOSS OF BRAKES. THIS AREA IS HIDDEN FROM IMMEDIATE SIGHT BY THE SPARE TIRE AND APPARENTLY BUILDUP DOESN'T GET WASHED AWAY IN THE CARWASH OR ...

Oct 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,400 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 4X4, BRAKE LINE DIRECTLY BEHIND GAS TANK ABOVE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE RUSTS/CORRODES WHICH CAUSES A MAJOR BRAKE FLUID LEAK AND CAUSES LOSS OF BRAKES. THIS AREA IS HIDDEN FROM IMMEDIATE SIGHT BY THE SPARE TIRE AND APPARENTLY BUILDUP DOESN'T GET WASHED AWAY IN THE CARWASH OR ...

Oct 21, 2010 Structure 122,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKED IN SO MANY PLACES THAT IT CAVED IN AND AFFECTED THE HIGH/LO BEAM SWITCH. I TURNED THE HIGH BEAM SWITCH ON AND THE HEADLIGHTS WENT COMPLETELY OFF. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER AND SOMEHOW GOT THE LO BEAMS BACK ON. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION THAT CAN PUT INNO...

Oct 21, 2010 Structure 122,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKED IN SO MANY PLACES THAT IT CAVED IN AND AFFECTED THE HIGH/LO BEAM SWITCH. I TURNED THE HIGH BEAM SWITCH ON AND THE HEADLIGHTS WENT COMPLETELY OFF. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER AND SOMEHOW GOT THE LO BEAMS BACK ON. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION THAT CAN PUT INNO...

Oct 20, 2010 Structure 95,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 - CRACKED DASH. DASH HAS BEEN CRACKED FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS NOW AND IT IS COMPLETELY FALLING APART ON THE DRIVERS SIDE CLOSE TO THE WINDSHIELD. DODGE NEEDS TO ADDRESS THIS! *TR

Oct 20, 2010 Steering 50,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH STEERING, AND VIBRATION/WOBBLE IN THE FRONT OF OUR 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. NO RESOLUTION AS OF YET. DODGE CAN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. REPLACED TRACK BAR, BUT PROBLEM HAS RETURNED. STEERING WANDERS, HARD TO KEEP TRUCK ON THE ROAD. VIBRATION IN FRONT RETURNED ONCE AGAIN. I HAVE HEARD THE...

Oct 20, 2010 Structure 95,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 - CRACKED DASH. DASH HAS BEEN CRACKED FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS NOW AND IT IS COMPLETELY FALLING APART ON THE DRIVERS SIDE CLOSE TO THE WINDSHIELD. DODGE NEEDS TO ADDRESS THIS! *TR

Oct 20, 2010 Steering 50,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH STEERING, AND VIBRATION/WOBBLE IN THE FRONT OF OUR 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. NO RESOLUTION AS OF YET. DODGE CAN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. REPLACED TRACK BAR, BUT PROBLEM HAS RETURNED. STEERING WANDERS, HARD TO KEEP TRUCK ON THE ROAD. VIBRATION IN FRONT RETURNED ONCE AGAIN. I HAVE HEARD THE...

Oct 16, 2010 Structure

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL MY DASH HAS STARED CRACKING AND BECOMING LOOSE I AM AFRAID IT WILL FALL OFF MY TRUCK IS IN GOOD CONDITION OTHER THAN THAT HAS THERE BEEN ANY RECALLS. *TR

Oct 16, 2010 Structure

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL MY DASH HAS STARED CRACKING AND BECOMING LOOSE I AM AFRAID IT WILL FALL OFF MY TRUCK IS IN GOOD CONDITION OTHER THAN THAT HAS THERE BEEN ANY RECALLS. *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Equipment 180,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUP, THE DASH STARTED CRACKING LAST YEAR. I WAS OUT OF TOWN FOR A FEW WEEKS CAME HOME AND NOTICED A LARGE AREA ON MY DASH CAVED IN , THE PLASTIC IS REAL BRITTLE I AM AFRAID SOMEONE MIGHT CUT THEMSELVES ON IT AND IT LOOKS REALLY BAD. *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Equipment 180,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUP, THE DASH STARTED CRACKING LAST YEAR. I WAS OUT OF TOWN FOR A FEW WEEKS CAME HOME AND NOTICED A LARGE AREA ON MY DASH CAVED IN , THE PLASTIC IS REAL BRITTLE I AM AFRAID SOMEONE MIGHT CUT THEMSELVES ON IT AND IT LOOKS REALLY BAD. *TR

Sep 21, 2010 Wheels 169,574 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2001 DODGE 2500 4WD PICKUP, THE CABLE PART OF THE SPARE TIRE LIFT ASSEMBLY FAILED AND ALLOWED THE SPARE WHEEL/TIRE TO BECOME FREE FROM IT'S HOLDING AND FELL TO THE PAYMENT. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS FOLLOWING ME FOR IF THEY WERE THEY WOULD HAVE DEFINITELY HIT THE WHEEL AND AN ACCIDENT W...

Sep 21, 2010 Equipment 169,574 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2001 DODGE 2500 4WD PICKUP, THE CABLE PART OF THE SPARE TIRE LIFT ASSEMBLY FAILED AND ALLOWED THE SPARE WHEEL/TIRE TO BECOME FREE FROM IT'S HOLDING AND FELL TO THE PAYMENT. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS FOLLOWING ME FOR IF THEY WERE THEY WOULD HAVE DEFINITELY HIT THE WHEEL AND AN ACCIDENT W...

Sep 21, 2010 Tires 169,574 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2001 DODGE 2500 4WD PICKUP, THE CABLE PART OF THE SPARE TIRE LIFT ASSEMBLY FAILED AND ALLOWED THE SPARE WHEEL/TIRE TO BECOME FREE FROM IT'S HOLDING AND FELL TO THE PAYMENT. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS FOLLOWING ME FOR IF THEY WERE THEY WOULD HAVE DEFINITELY HIT THE WHEEL AND AN ACCIDENT W...

Sep 21, 2010 Wheels 169,574 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2001 DODGE 2500 4WD PICKUP, THE CABLE PART OF THE SPARE TIRE LIFT ASSEMBLY FAILED AND ALLOWED THE SPARE WHEEL/TIRE TO BECOME FREE FROM IT'S HOLDING AND FELL TO THE PAYMENT. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS FOLLOWING ME FOR IF THEY WERE THEY WOULD HAVE DEFINITELY HIT THE WHEEL AND AN ACCIDENT W...

Sep 21, 2010 Equipment 169,574 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2001 DODGE 2500 4WD PICKUP, THE CABLE PART OF THE SPARE TIRE LIFT ASSEMBLY FAILED AND ALLOWED THE SPARE WHEEL/TIRE TO BECOME FREE FROM IT'S HOLDING AND FELL TO THE PAYMENT. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS FOLLOWING ME FOR IF THEY WERE THEY WOULD HAVE DEFINITELY HIT THE WHEEL AND AN ACCIDENT W...

Sep 21, 2010 Tires 169,574 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2001 DODGE 2500 4WD PICKUP, THE CABLE PART OF THE SPARE TIRE LIFT ASSEMBLY FAILED AND ALLOWED THE SPARE WHEEL/TIRE TO BECOME FREE FROM IT'S HOLDING AND FELL TO THE PAYMENT. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS FOLLOWING ME FOR IF THEY WERE THEY WOULD HAVE DEFINITELY HIT THE WHEEL AND AN ACCIDENT W...

Sep 20, 2010 Structure 40,000 mi

MY DASH IS CRACKED ALL OVER AND WHEN I WENT TO TAKE OFF JUST DASH BESAL IT CRACKED AND IF YOU JUST PICK IT UP IT WILL BREAK IN YOUR HAND. THESE ARE SHARP POINTING ENDS. I WOULD HATE TO SEE WHAT WOULD HAPPEN TO SOME ONE IF AND WHEN THE AIR BAG DEPLORE. I NEVER HAD TO TAKE DASH APART BEFORE SO THIS I...

Sep 20, 2010 Structure 40,000 mi

MY DASH IS CRACKED ALL OVER AND WHEN I WENT TO TAKE OFF JUST DASH BESAL IT CRACKED AND IF YOU JUST PICK IT UP IT WILL BREAK IN YOUR HAND. THESE ARE SHARP POINTING ENDS. I WOULD HATE TO SEE WHAT WOULD HAPPEN TO SOME ONE IF AND WHEN THE AIR BAG DEPLORE. I NEVER HAD TO TAKE DASH APART BEFORE SO THIS I...

Sep 3, 2010 Structure 92,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED SHE NOTICED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED SEVERELY. SHE STATED THAT AS SHE WAS CLEANING THE DASHBOARD IT BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE AND CAUSED HER TO SUSTAIN A MINOR CUT TO HER HAND. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS VE...

Sep 3, 2010 Structure 92,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED SHE NOTICED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED SEVERELY. SHE STATED THAT AS SHE WAS CLEANING THE DASHBOARD IT BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE AND CAUSED HER TO SUSTAIN A MINOR CUT TO HER HAND. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS VE...

Aug 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 114,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO SLOW DOWN AT A STOP SIGN, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO COAST. HE STATED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES WERE ENOUGH TO STOP THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND ...

Aug 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 114,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO SLOW DOWN AT A STOP SIGN, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO COAST. HE STATED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES WERE ENOUGH TO STOP THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND ...

Aug 4, 2010 Structure 70,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 TRUCK. COMPLETE DASH FAILURE, CRACKED, BROKEN AND CAVED IN. PLASTIC MATERIAL IS BRITTLE AND CHUNKS BREAK OFF AT SLIGHTEST TOUCH. PLASTIC EDGES ARE VERY SHARP AND COULD CAUSE INJURY. TOTAL REPLACEMENT IS ONLY FIX. *TR

Aug 4, 2010 Structure 70,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 TRUCK. COMPLETE DASH FAILURE, CRACKED, BROKEN AND CAVED IN. PLASTIC MATERIAL IS BRITTLE AND CHUNKS BREAK OFF AT SLIGHTEST TOUCH. PLASTIC EDGES ARE VERY SHARP AND COULD CAUSE INJURY. TOTAL REPLACEMENT IS ONLY FIX. *TR

Aug 3, 2010 Structure 100,000 mi

ENTIRE DASHBOARD CRUMBLING, CRACKING, FALLING APART, DISINTEGRATING ON 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE AS VEHICLE WIRING IS EXPOSED AND ENTIRE SUPPORT STRUCTURE OF DASH ESPECIALLY AROUND THE PASSENGER SAFETY AIR BAG IS FALLING APART. I BELIEVE THIS ISSUE HAS REND...

Aug 3, 2010 Structure

DASH ON A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 IS FALLING APART AND LEAVING WIRES EXPOSED TO THE SUN. *TR

Aug 3, 2010 Structure 100,000 mi

ENTIRE DASHBOARD CRUMBLING, CRACKING, FALLING APART, DISINTEGRATING ON 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE AS VEHICLE WIRING IS EXPOSED AND ENTIRE SUPPORT STRUCTURE OF DASH ESPECIALLY AROUND THE PASSENGER SAFETY AIR BAG IS FALLING APART. I BELIEVE THIS ISSUE HAS REND...

Aug 3, 2010 Structure

DASH ON A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 IS FALLING APART AND LEAVING WIRES EXPOSED TO THE SUN. *TR

Jul 28, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 187,450 mi

1.) AFTER OPENING THE HOOD THE RUBBER STRIP RUNNING ACROSS THE TOP EDGE OF THE FIREWALL (WHERE BACK OF HOOD MEETS) MAY BECOME DISLODGED AND FALL ONTO THE TURBOCHARGER HOUSING. 2.) THIS OCCURS ALMOST EVERY TIME HOOD IS OPENED. THE LAST TIME I HAD TO OPEN THE HOOD IT WAS DARK AND I DID NOT NOTICE TH...

Jul 28, 2010 Structure Fire 187,450 mi

1.) AFTER OPENING THE HOOD THE RUBBER STRIP RUNNING ACROSS THE TOP EDGE OF THE FIREWALL (WHERE BACK OF HOOD MEETS) MAY BECOME DISLODGED AND FALL ONTO THE TURBOCHARGER HOUSING. 2.) THIS OCCURS ALMOST EVERY TIME HOOD IS OPENED. THE LAST TIME I HAD TO OPEN THE HOOD IT WAS DARK AND I DID NOT NOTICE TH...

Jul 28, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 187,450 mi

1.) AFTER OPENING THE HOOD THE RUBBER STRIP RUNNING ACROSS THE TOP EDGE OF THE FIREWALL (WHERE BACK OF HOOD MEETS) MAY BECOME DISLODGED AND FALL ONTO THE TURBOCHARGER HOUSING. 2.) THIS OCCURS ALMOST EVERY TIME HOOD IS OPENED. THE LAST TIME I HAD TO OPEN THE HOOD IT WAS DARK AND I DID NOT NOTICE TH...

Jul 28, 2010 Structure Fire 187,450 mi

1.) AFTER OPENING THE HOOD THE RUBBER STRIP RUNNING ACROSS THE TOP EDGE OF THE FIREWALL (WHERE BACK OF HOOD MEETS) MAY BECOME DISLODGED AND FALL ONTO THE TURBOCHARGER HOUSING. 2.) THIS OCCURS ALMOST EVERY TIME HOOD IS OPENED. THE LAST TIME I HAD TO OPEN THE HOOD IT WAS DARK AND I DID NOT NOTICE TH...

Jul 21, 2010 Tires 97,980 mi

REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE TREAD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM TIRE CAUSING $4000 DAMAGE TO TRUCK BED WHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH DOT INDICATES MANUFACTURED 25TH WEEK OR 2003...MAKING THE TIRE 2 YEARS OLD WHEN PURCHASED AS NEW IN 2005 TIRE PRESSURE WAS CHECKED 5 HOURS PRIOR. TIRES HAD BEEN MAINTAINED AND R...

Jul 21, 2010 Tires 97,980 mi

REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE TREAD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM TIRE CAUSING $4000 DAMAGE TO TRUCK BED WHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH DOT INDICATES MANUFACTURED 25TH WEEK OR 2003...MAKING THE TIRE 2 YEARS OLD WHEN PURCHASED AS NEW IN 2005 TIRE PRESSURE WAS CHECKED 5 HOURS PRIOR. TIRES HAD BEEN MAINTAINED AND R...

Jul 9, 2010 Power Train 130,000 mi

BOOSTER PUMP FOR POWER STEERING AND TRANSMISSION DON'T WANT TO SHIFT WHEN DRIVE FROM STOP TO DRIVE INTO SECOND GEAR. *TR

Jul 9, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 130,000 mi

BOOSTER PUMP FOR POWER STEERING AND TRANSMISSION DON'T WANT TO SHIFT WHEN DRIVE FROM STOP TO DRIVE INTO SECOND GEAR. *TR

Jul 9, 2010 Steering 130,000 mi

BOOSTER PUMP FOR POWER STEERING AND TRANSMISSION DON'T WANT TO SHIFT WHEN DRIVE FROM STOP TO DRIVE INTO SECOND GEAR. *TR

Jul 9, 2010 Power Train 130,000 mi

BOOSTER PUMP FOR POWER STEERING AND TRANSMISSION DON'T WANT TO SHIFT WHEN DRIVE FROM STOP TO DRIVE INTO SECOND GEAR. *TR

Jul 9, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 130,000 mi

BOOSTER PUMP FOR POWER STEERING AND TRANSMISSION DON'T WANT TO SHIFT WHEN DRIVE FROM STOP TO DRIVE INTO SECOND GEAR. *TR

Jul 9, 2010 Steering 130,000 mi

BOOSTER PUMP FOR POWER STEERING AND TRANSMISSION DON'T WANT TO SHIFT WHEN DRIVE FROM STOP TO DRIVE INTO SECOND GEAR. *TR

Jun 7, 2010 Fuel System, Diesel 103,500 mi

LIFT PUMP FAILED ON 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 CUMMINS. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM THAT CAN CAUSE THE INJECTION PUMP TO FAIL. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS AND POWER WAS LOWER THAN EXPECTED BUT NOT DANGEROUS. PROBLEM WAS ONLY DISCOVERED BECAUSE OTHER OWNERS ENCOURAGED ME TO CHECK FOR PUMP FAILURE BEFORE SYMPT...

Jun 7, 2010 Fuel System, Diesel 103,500 mi

LIFT PUMP FAILED ON 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 CUMMINS. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM THAT CAN CAUSE THE INJECTION PUMP TO FAIL. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS AND POWER WAS LOWER THAN EXPECTED BUT NOT DANGEROUS. PROBLEM WAS ONLY DISCOVERED BECAUSE OTHER OWNERS ENCOURAGED ME TO CHECK FOR PUMP FAILURE BEFORE SYMPT...

Jun 2, 2010 Structure 110,000 mi

I AM THE SECOND OWNER OF A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 AND APPROXIMATELY 3 YEARS AGO THE DASHBOARD CRACKED INTO MULTIPLE PIECES AND NOW HAS LARGE HOLES IN IT THAT ARE EXPOSING THE ELECTRICAL WIRES. ALSO PIECES OF THE DASHBOARD COULD BECOME PROJECTILES IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF COMPLA...

Jun 2, 2010 Structure 110,000 mi

I AM THE SECOND OWNER OF A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 AND APPROXIMATELY 3 YEARS AGO THE DASHBOARD CRACKED INTO MULTIPLE PIECES AND NOW HAS LARGE HOLES IN IT THAT ARE EXPOSING THE ELECTRICAL WIRES. ALSO PIECES OF THE DASHBOARD COULD BECOME PROJECTILES IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF COMPLA...

May 24, 2010 Electrical System 30,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS FALLING APART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE FAILURE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 30,000. THE CURRENT MILEA...

May 24, 2010 Electrical System 30,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS FALLING APART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE FAILURE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 30,000. THE CURRENT MILEA...

May 10, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 148,000 mi

I STARTED MY TRUCK TO HEAD OUT TO ANSWER A FIRE CALL (I AM A VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER). THE ENGINE WAS COLD, HAD BEEN SITTING FOR OVER 8 HOURS. AT THE FIRST STOP SIGN, I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, ONLY TO HAVE IT GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITH NO RESISTANCE AND NO STOPPING POWER. THE ABS AND BRAKE W...

May 10, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 148,000 mi

I STARTED MY TRUCK TO HEAD OUT TO ANSWER A FIRE CALL (I AM A VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER). THE ENGINE WAS COLD, HAD BEEN SITTING FOR OVER 8 HOURS. AT THE FIRST STOP SIGN, I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, ONLY TO HAVE IT GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITH NO RESISTANCE AND NO STOPPING POWER. THE ABS AND BRAKE W...

May 5, 2010 Structure 50,000 mi

IN 2001 I BOUGHT A NEW DODGE 2500 TRUCK AT 50,000 MILES THE DASH STARTED CRACKING AND NOW AT 80,000 MILES IS FALLING TO PIECES. I CALLED DODGE AND SINCE THE WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED GOT NO HELP. *TR

May 5, 2010 Structure 50,000 mi

IN 2001 I BOUGHT A NEW DODGE 2500 TRUCK AT 50,000 MILES THE DASH STARTED CRACKING AND NOW AT 80,000 MILES IS FALLING TO PIECES. I CALLED DODGE AND SINCE THE WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED GOT NO HELP. *TR

May 1, 2010 Structure

OUR 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUP DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED AND IS CAVING IN (IN ALL DIFFERENT PLACES) - THE DODGE DEALER SAID IT'S NOT A RECALL SO THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT. *TR

May 1, 2010 Structure

OUR 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUP DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED AND IS CAVING IN (IN ALL DIFFERENT PLACES) - THE DODGE DEALER SAID IT'S NOT A RECALL SO THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT. *TR

Apr 18, 2010 Structure

DASH CRACKED ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. SMALLER CRACKS ARE BRANCHING OFF OF THE LARGE ONE. *TR

Apr 18, 2010 Structure

DASH CRACKED ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. SMALLER CRACKS ARE BRANCHING OFF OF THE LARGE ONE. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 79,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE 2500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 25 MPH, HE NOTICED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE. THE DEALER ADVISED THE STEEL HYDRAULIC PIPELINE HAD FRACTURED DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE DEALER ALSO CONFIRMED THEY WERE AWAR...

Apr 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 79,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE 2500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 25 MPH, HE NOTICED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE. THE DEALER ADVISED THE STEEL HYDRAULIC PIPELINE HAD FRACTURED DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE DEALER ALSO CONFIRMED THEY WERE AWAR...

Apr 7, 2010 Structure 50,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 THE DASH BEGAN TO FALL APART IN PIECES ABOUT A YEAR AGO. THE PIECES ARE NOW FALLING DOWN IN BEHIND THE DASH. MY FEAR IS THAT THESE PIECES MAY CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. (LIGHTS, BRAKES, AIR BAG, GOD ONLY KNOWS) THE DASH PROBLEM IS SO WIDESPREAD, THAT AFTER CONTACTING NUMEROUS AF...

Apr 7, 2010 Structure 50,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 THE DASH BEGAN TO FALL APART IN PIECES ABOUT A YEAR AGO. THE PIECES ARE NOW FALLING DOWN IN BEHIND THE DASH. MY FEAR IS THAT THESE PIECES MAY CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. (LIGHTS, BRAKES, AIR BAG, GOD ONLY KNOWS) THE DASH PROBLEM IS SO WIDESPREAD, THAT AFTER CONTACTING NUMEROUS AF...

Apr 1, 2010 Air Bags 145,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. DASH IS FALLING APART. CRACKING IN SERVERAL PLACES. AM CONCERNED THIS IS GOING TO CUT WIRES OR INTERFERE WITH PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.

Apr 1, 2010 Air Bags 145,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. DASH IS FALLING APART. CRACKING IN SERVERAL PLACES. AM CONCERNED THIS IS GOING TO CUT WIRES OR INTERFERE WITH PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.

Mar 22, 2010 Unknown Or Other 80,000 mi

DASH IN 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS BROKEN INTO PIECES. DODGE WILL NOT REMEDY THE SITUATION EVEN THOUGH THERE IS A MORE THAN ENOUGH INSTANCES OF THIS PROBLEM WITH THIS YEAR MODEL OF VEHICLE. MATERIAL DASH IS MANUFACTURED WITH IT'S DEFECTIVE CAUSING THE DASH TO BREAK APART AND BECOME A SAFETY CONCERN W...

Mar 22, 2010 Unknown Or Other 80,000 mi

DASH IN 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS BROKEN INTO PIECES. DODGE WILL NOT REMEDY THE SITUATION EVEN THOUGH THERE IS A MORE THAN ENOUGH INSTANCES OF THIS PROBLEM WITH THIS YEAR MODEL OF VEHICLE. MATERIAL DASH IS MANUFACTURED WITH IT'S DEFECTIVE CAUSING THE DASH TO BREAK APART AND BECOME A SAFETY CONCERN W...

Feb 28, 2010 Structure 105,258 mi

DASH STARED CRACKING AN IS TOTALLY CRACK NOW,DODGE WANTS NOTHING TO DO WITH FIXING THE PROB. THE EDGES OF THE PLASTIC IS VERY SHARP AN COULD CUT AN HURT SOMEONE SERIOUSLY. *TR

Feb 28, 2010 Structure 105,258 mi

DASH STARED CRACKING AN IS TOTALLY CRACK NOW,DODGE WANTS NOTHING TO DO WITH FIXING THE PROB. THE EDGES OF THE PLASTIC IS VERY SHARP AN COULD CUT AN HURT SOMEONE SERIOUSLY. *TR

Feb 23, 2010 Structure 93,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY RAM 2500 IS CRACKED AND FALLING APART. THE PASSENGER SIDE HAS A SIX INCH HOLE IN IT AND THE PLASTIC IS VERY BRITTLE. IF THE AIRBAG WAS TO DEPLOY, IT WOULD SEND SHRAPNEL OF PLASTIC INTO MY PASSENGERS FACE CAUSING GREAT HARM. DODGE SAYS THEY DON'T HAVE TO FIX IT UNLESS A RECALL IS DI...

Feb 23, 2010 Structure 40,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2001 DODGE 2500 THE DASH IS FALLING APART AND HAS BECOME A SAFETY ISSUE FOR MY FAMILY. IT HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT AND ONLY HAS 68000 MILES ON IT, AND EVEN HAD THE PLASTIC COVER OVER THE SUN VISOR FROM THE FACTORY. WE USE THIS TRUCK IN OUR TOWING BUSINESS AND SOME TIMES WE HAUL PASSENGER AND S...

Feb 23, 2010 Structure 93,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY RAM 2500 IS CRACKED AND FALLING APART. THE PASSENGER SIDE HAS A SIX INCH HOLE IN IT AND THE PLASTIC IS VERY BRITTLE. IF THE AIRBAG WAS TO DEPLOY, IT WOULD SEND SHRAPNEL OF PLASTIC INTO MY PASSENGERS FACE CAUSING GREAT HARM. DODGE SAYS THEY DON'T HAVE TO FIX IT UNLESS A RECALL IS DI...

Feb 23, 2010 Structure 40,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2001 DODGE 2500 THE DASH IS FALLING APART AND HAS BECOME A SAFETY ISSUE FOR MY FAMILY. IT HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT AND ONLY HAS 68000 MILES ON IT, AND EVEN HAD THE PLASTIC COVER OVER THE SUN VISOR FROM THE FACTORY. WE USE THIS TRUCK IN OUR TOWING BUSINESS AND SOME TIMES WE HAUL PASSENGER AND S...

Jan 22, 2010 Electrical System 170,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. HE STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS CRACKING. HE NOTICED APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR AGO THAT THERE WERE SMALLER CRACKS WHICH HAVE INCREASED OVER TIME. THE DEALER QUOTED AN ESTIMATE REPAIR COST OF $570.00 TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THEY ALSO ...

Jan 22, 2010 Structure 40,000 mi

CRACKING IN DASH PRESENTS A CUTTING HAZARD. EDGES ARE SHARP AND PIECES ARE FALLING OUT. *TR

Jan 22, 2010 Electrical System 170,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. HE STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS CRACKING. HE NOTICED APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR AGO THAT THERE WERE SMALLER CRACKS WHICH HAVE INCREASED OVER TIME. THE DEALER QUOTED AN ESTIMATE REPAIR COST OF $570.00 TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THEY ALSO ...

Jan 22, 2010 Structure 40,000 mi

CRACKING IN DASH PRESENTS A CUTTING HAZARD. EDGES ARE SHARP AND PIECES ARE FALLING OUT. *TR

Jan 18, 2010 Structure 145,000 mi

DASH & INNER STRUCTURE STARTED CRACKING IN MY 2001 DODGE RAM. I THINK THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD TO ME AND MY FAMILY. IF IN A ACCIDENT WHERE AIRBAG WAS DEPLOYED SHRAPNEL COULD EXPLODE IN TO THE AIR AND CAUSE INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS. ALSO THE WIRING UNDER THE COVER CAN BE EXPOSED TO RADIANT HEAT FROM THE...

Jan 18, 2010 Structure 145,000 mi

DASH & INNER STRUCTURE STARTED CRACKING IN MY 2001 DODGE RAM. I THINK THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD TO ME AND MY FAMILY. IF IN A ACCIDENT WHERE AIRBAG WAS DEPLOYED SHRAPNEL COULD EXPLODE IN TO THE AIR AND CAUSE INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS. ALSO THE WIRING UNDER THE COVER CAN BE EXPOSED TO RADIANT HEAT FROM THE...

Dec 28, 2009 Wheels 157,127 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE INSIDE BEADS OF THE WHEEL BEGAN TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE WHEELS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF HIS DRIVING HABITS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 158127. U...

Dec 28, 2009 Tires 157,127 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE INSIDE BEADS OF THE WHEEL BEGAN TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE WHEELS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF HIS DRIVING HABITS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 158127. U...

Dec 28, 2009 Wheels 157,127 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE INSIDE BEADS OF THE WHEEL BEGAN TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE WHEELS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF HIS DRIVING HABITS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 158127. U...

Dec 28, 2009 Tires 157,127 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE INSIDE BEADS OF THE WHEEL BEGAN TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE WHEELS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF HIS DRIVING HABITS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 158127. U...

Dec 23, 2009 Structure 68,843 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM TRUCK AND THE DASH IS FALLING APART AND CRACKING ALL OVER THE DASH - I HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE DEALING WITH WIRING, ETC AND DODGE WON'T FIX THE PROBLEM. I BELIEVE THIS IS A DEFINITE DEFECT IN THE MATERIAL THAT PRODUCED THIS DASH AND I'M FINDING OTHER OWNERS HAVI...

Dec 23, 2009 Structure 68,843 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM TRUCK AND THE DASH IS FALLING APART AND CRACKING ALL OVER THE DASH - I HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE DEALING WITH WIRING, ETC AND DODGE WON'T FIX THE PROBLEM. I BELIEVE THIS IS A DEFINITE DEFECT IN THE MATERIAL THAT PRODUCED THIS DASH AND I'M FINDING OTHER OWNERS HAVI...

Nov 20, 2009 Suspension 82,544 mi

REAR SPRING MOUNTS FAILED FROM RUST CAUSING TEMPORARY LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. TRUCK HAS ONLY 82K MILES. THIS WAS ONE WEEK AFTER SPENDING 1200 TO REPLACE RUSTED BRAKE LINES. *TR

Nov 20, 2009 Suspension 82,544 mi

REAR SPRING MOUNTS FAILED FROM RUST CAUSING TEMPORARY LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. TRUCK HAS ONLY 82K MILES. THIS WAS ONE WEEK AFTER SPENDING 1200 TO REPLACE RUSTED BRAKE LINES. *TR

Nov 13, 2009 Structure 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 - DASH FAILING: DASH ABOVE PASSENGER AIRBAG DETERIORATING CAUSING POTENTIAL FAILURE OF AIRBAG TO DEPLOY DURING CRASH, OR INCREASING CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY. RESEARCH INTO THIS CONDITION INDICATES PERVASIVE PROBLEM AMONG DODGE RAM TRUCKS OF SIMILAR YEAR MODEL. *TR

Nov 13, 2009 Structure 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 - DASH FAILING: DASH ABOVE PASSENGER AIRBAG DETERIORATING CAUSING POTENTIAL FAILURE OF AIRBAG TO DEPLOY DURING CRASH, OR INCREASING CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY. RESEARCH INTO THIS CONDITION INDICATES PERVASIVE PROBLEM AMONG DODGE RAM TRUCKS OF SIMILAR YEAR MODEL. *TR

Oct 22, 2009 Structure 90,881 mi

DASH CRACKED DOWN THE MIDDLE FOR NO REASON HAVE DONE SOME RESOURCE AND FOUND THAT IT CAN LEAD TO ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. *TR

Oct 22, 2009 Structure 90,881 mi

DASH CRACKED DOWN THE MIDDLE FOR NO REASON HAVE DONE SOME RESOURCE AND FOUND THAT IT CAN LEAD TO ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. *TR

Sep 21, 2009 Structure 150,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. HE NOTICED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED AND DISPLAYED DEEP FRACTURES. THE DAMAGE IN THE DASHBOARD CAUSED THE RADIO TO MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT IS IN THE PROCESS OF TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED....

Sep 21, 2009 Structure 150,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. HE NOTICED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED AND DISPLAYED DEEP FRACTURES. THE DAMAGE IN THE DASHBOARD CAUSED THE RADIO TO MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT IS IN THE PROCESS OF TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED....

Sep 10, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 98,721 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND HOOD FLEW OPEN ON MY 2001 DODGE 2500. HOOD AND LATCHES BENT BACK OBSTRUCTING VIEW COMPLETELY. TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT ON A USUALLY BUSY ROAD WHICH PREVENTED FURTHER PROBLEMS. *TR

Sep 10, 2009 Structure 98,721 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND HOOD FLEW OPEN ON MY 2001 DODGE 2500. HOOD AND LATCHES BENT BACK OBSTRUCTING VIEW COMPLETELY. TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT ON A USUALLY BUSY ROAD WHICH PREVENTED FURTHER PROBLEMS. *TR

Sep 10, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 98,721 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND HOOD FLEW OPEN ON MY 2001 DODGE 2500. HOOD AND LATCHES BENT BACK OBSTRUCTING VIEW COMPLETELY. TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT ON A USUALLY BUSY ROAD WHICH PREVENTED FURTHER PROBLEMS. *TR

Sep 10, 2009 Structure 98,721 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND HOOD FLEW OPEN ON MY 2001 DODGE 2500. HOOD AND LATCHES BENT BACK OBSTRUCTING VIEW COMPLETELY. TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT ON A USUALLY BUSY ROAD WHICH PREVENTED FURTHER PROBLEMS. *TR

Sep 9, 2009 Structure 147,000 mi

MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS THE DASH BOARD SEVERELY CRACKING AND RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE STEERING WHEEL AT THE TOP THERE IS A BIG HOLE WHERE THE DASH HAS COMPLETELY BROKEN OUT. THIS CONCERNS ME VERY MUCH AND WHEN I ASKED THE DEALERSHIP ABOUT IT THEY SAID THAT ALL OF THE 2001 MODELS WERE HAVING ISSUES ...

Sep 9, 2009 Steering 192,175 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS; THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. IMMEDIATELY, THE DRIVER STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND TOWED IT TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO THE STE...

Sep 9, 2009 Steering 192,175 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS; THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. IMMEDIATELY, THE DRIVER STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND TOWED IT TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO THE STE...

Sep 9, 2009 Structure 147,000 mi

MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS THE DASH BOARD SEVERELY CRACKING AND RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE STEERING WHEEL AT THE TOP THERE IS A BIG HOLE WHERE THE DASH HAS COMPLETELY BROKEN OUT. THIS CONCERNS ME VERY MUCH AND WHEN I ASKED THE DEALERSHIP ABOUT IT THEY SAID THAT ALL OF THE 2001 MODELS WERE HAVING ISSUES ...

Sep 9, 2009 Steering 192,175 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS; THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. IMMEDIATELY, THE DRIVER STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND TOWED IT TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO THE STE...

Sep 9, 2009 Steering 192,175 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS; THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. IMMEDIATELY, THE DRIVER STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND TOWED IT TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO THE STE...

Aug 9, 2009 Structure 160,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL THAT HAS BEEN A GREAT TRUCK, BUT THE DASH IS CRACKED VERY BADLY. IS THERE ANY THING THAT CAN BE DONE? *TR

Aug 9, 2009 Structure 160,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL THAT HAS BEEN A GREAT TRUCK, BUT THE DASH IS CRACKED VERY BADLY. IS THERE ANY THING THAT CAN BE DONE? *TR

Aug 7, 2009 Structure 97,000 mi

DASH IS CRACKING AND HOLES ARE OPENING IN IT. INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH FLASHING INSTRUMENT INDICATORS AND LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS. *TR

Aug 7, 2009 Structure 97,000 mi

DASH IS CRACKING AND HOLES ARE OPENING IN IT. INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH FLASHING INSTRUMENT INDICATORS AND LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS. *TR

Jul 16, 2009 Structure 80,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICK UP CRACKED IN 2005 AND HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN WORSE. I HAVE A 12"X12" HOLE IN IT WITH SEVERAL OTHER SMALL CRACKS THAT ARE VERY JAGGED AND FALL OUT WHILE DRIVING. MY GLOVE BOX HINGES (WHICH ARE ALSO PLASTIC) HAVE CRACKED AND FALLEN OFF. THE PASSENGER AIR B...

Jul 16, 2009 Structure 80,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICK UP CRACKED IN 2005 AND HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN WORSE. I HAVE A 12"X12" HOLE IN IT WITH SEVERAL OTHER SMALL CRACKS THAT ARE VERY JAGGED AND FALL OUT WHILE DRIVING. MY GLOVE BOX HINGES (WHICH ARE ALSO PLASTIC) HAVE CRACKED AND FALLEN OFF. THE PASSENGER AIR B...

Jul 15, 2009 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. DASH IS CRACKING IN SEVERAL AREAS. SEVERAL OF MY FRIENDS TRUCKS ARE DOING THE SAME THING. IT IS BEGINNING TO BECOME A SAFETY ISSUE. DODGE WILL NOT BACK THIS PROBLEM WITH A RECALL. *TR

Jul 15, 2009 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. DASH IS CRACKING IN SEVERAL AREAS. SEVERAL OF MY FRIENDS TRUCKS ARE DOING THE SAME THING. IT IS BEGINNING TO BECOME A SAFETY ISSUE. DODGE WILL NOT BACK THIS PROBLEM WITH A RECALL. *TR

Jul 2, 2009 Structure

DASH CRACKED SO BAD IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR

Jul 2, 2009 Structure

DASH CRACKED SO BAD IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR

Jun 19, 2009 Structure 60,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 THAT I BOUGHT NEW IN OCTOBER OF 2001. TWO YEARS AGO I STARTED NOTICING HAIR-LINE CRACKS IN THE DASH, AND NOW THE CRACKS ARE MUCH LARGER. THE DASH HAS BECOME VERY FRAGILE. IT WAS A VERY EXPENSIVE PURCHASE [$38,176.00] AND I HAVE TAKEN EXCEPTIONAL CARE OF IT. *TR

Jun 19, 2009 Structure 60,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 THAT I BOUGHT NEW IN OCTOBER OF 2001. TWO YEARS AGO I STARTED NOTICING HAIR-LINE CRACKS IN THE DASH, AND NOW THE CRACKS ARE MUCH LARGER. THE DASH HAS BECOME VERY FRAGILE. IT WAS A VERY EXPENSIVE PURCHASE [$38,176.00] AND I HAVE TAKEN EXCEPTIONAL CARE OF IT. *TR

Jun 3, 2009 Structure

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 THE DASH HAS BEEN SEVERELY CRACKING FOR SOME TIME NOW, I THANK IT IS SOME BAD MATERIAL OR SOMETHING,I ALSO OWN A 1999 FORD THAT IS A FEED TRUCK AND THE DASH HAS NO CRACK ON IT AT ALL,THIS PROBABLY WONT HELP GETTING IT FIXED I FIGURE THAT I WOULD JUST FILE A COMPLAINT,BEIN...

Jun 3, 2009 Structure

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 THE DASH HAS BEEN SEVERELY CRACKING FOR SOME TIME NOW, I THANK IT IS SOME BAD MATERIAL OR SOMETHING,I ALSO OWN A 1999 FORD THAT IS A FEED TRUCK AND THE DASH HAS NO CRACK ON IT AT ALL,THIS PROBABLY WONT HELP GETTING IT FIXED I FIGURE THAT I WOULD JUST FILE A COMPLAINT,BEIN...

May 5, 2009 Structure 220,000 mi

MY DASHBOARDS CRACKED VERY BADLY AND HAS BIG HOLES IN IT. 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP 2500 CUMMINS DIESEL I DON'T DO WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT. *TR

May 5, 2009 Structure 220,000 mi

MY DASHBOARDS CRACKED VERY BADLY AND HAS BIG HOLES IN IT. 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP 2500 CUMMINS DIESEL I DON'T DO WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT. *TR

May 1, 2009 Structure 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE 2500. I GET IN IT ONE DAY AND THE DASH HAS A LOT OF CRACK IN THEN A FEW MONTHS LATER THE THING FALLS IN. *TR

May 1, 2009 Structure 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE 2500. I GET IN IT ONE DAY AND THE DASH HAS A LOT OF CRACK IN THEN A FEW MONTHS LATER THE THING FALLS IN. *TR

Mar 27, 2009 Air Bags 100,000 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN'T GET IT OUT . AND THE DOORS ARE ALL ROTTED ON THE BOTTOM AND IS THE ONLY THING THAT ROTTED ON MY TRUCK I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK. AND THAT IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THIS TRUCK. AND THE FRONT END THAT'S HARD TO KEEP UP WITH. I ONLY HAVE 118000 ON IT. AND KNOW THE MOTO...

Mar 27, 2009 Structure 100,000 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN'T GET IT OUT . AND THE DOORS ARE ALL ROTTED ON THE BOTTOM AND IS THE ONLY THING THAT ROTTED ON MY TRUCK I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK. AND THAT IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THIS TRUCK. AND THE FRONT END THAT'S HARD TO KEEP UP WITH. I ONLY HAVE 118000 ON IT. AND KNOW THE MOTO...

Mar 27, 2009 Suspension 100,000 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN'T GET IT OUT . AND THE DOORS ARE ALL ROTTED ON THE BOTTOM AND IS THE ONLY THING THAT ROTTED ON MY TRUCK I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK. AND THAT IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THIS TRUCK. AND THE FRONT END THAT'S HARD TO KEEP UP WITH. I ONLY HAVE 118000 ON IT. AND KNOW THE MOTO...

Mar 27, 2009 Power Train 100,000 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN'T GET IT OUT . AND THE DOORS ARE ALL ROTTED ON THE BOTTOM AND IS THE ONLY THING THAT ROTTED ON MY TRUCK I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK. AND THAT IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THIS TRUCK. AND THE FRONT END THAT'S HARD TO KEEP UP WITH. I ONLY HAVE 118000 ON IT. AND KNOW THE MOTO...

Mar 27, 2009 Air Bags 100,000 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN'T GET IT OUT . AND THE DOORS ARE ALL ROTTED ON THE BOTTOM AND IS THE ONLY THING THAT ROTTED ON MY TRUCK I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK. AND THAT IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THIS TRUCK. AND THE FRONT END THAT'S HARD TO KEEP UP WITH. I ONLY HAVE 118000 ON IT. AND KNOW THE MOTO...

Mar 27, 2009 Structure 100,000 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN'T GET IT OUT . AND THE DOORS ARE ALL ROTTED ON THE BOTTOM AND IS THE ONLY THING THAT ROTTED ON MY TRUCK I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK. AND THAT IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THIS TRUCK. AND THE FRONT END THAT'S HARD TO KEEP UP WITH. I ONLY HAVE 118000 ON IT. AND KNOW THE MOTO...

Mar 27, 2009 Suspension 100,000 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN'T GET IT OUT . AND THE DOORS ARE ALL ROTTED ON THE BOTTOM AND IS THE ONLY THING THAT ROTTED ON MY TRUCK I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK. AND THAT IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THIS TRUCK. AND THE FRONT END THAT'S HARD TO KEEP UP WITH. I ONLY HAVE 118000 ON IT. AND KNOW THE MOTO...

Mar 27, 2009 Power Train 100,000 mi

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN'T GET IT OUT . AND THE DOORS ARE ALL ROTTED ON THE BOTTOM AND IS THE ONLY THING THAT ROTTED ON MY TRUCK I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK. AND THAT IS A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THIS TRUCK. AND THE FRONT END THAT'S HARD TO KEEP UP WITH. I ONLY HAVE 118000 ON IT. AND KNOW THE MOTO...

Mar 21, 2009 Structure 82,000 mi

ADD MY WELL MAINTAINED, GARAGED SINCE NEW 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 TO THE LIST OF TRUCKS WITH DISINTEGRATING DASHBOARD. ALWAYS KEPT PROTECTANT APPLIED BUT TO NO AVAIL. OBVIOUSLY A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. *TR

Mar 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,133 mi

ORDERED TRUCK NEW. HAS ALWAYS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED. HAD THE FRONT LEFT BRAKELINE FAIL COMPLETELY WITHOUT WARNING. NEVER A DROP OF FLUID LEAKED BEFORE IT HAD AN IMMEDIATE AND COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING. VERY SERIOUS FAILURE THAT NORMALLY DOES NOT HAPPEN IN MODERN VEHICLES. *TR

Mar 21, 2009 Structure 82,000 mi

ADD MY WELL MAINTAINED, GARAGED SINCE NEW 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 TO THE LIST OF TRUCKS WITH DISINTEGRATING DASHBOARD. ALWAYS KEPT PROTECTANT APPLIED BUT TO NO AVAIL. OBVIOUSLY A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. *TR

Mar 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,133 mi

ORDERED TRUCK NEW. HAS ALWAYS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED. HAD THE FRONT LEFT BRAKELINE FAIL COMPLETELY WITHOUT WARNING. NEVER A DROP OF FLUID LEAKED BEFORE IT HAD AN IMMEDIATE AND COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING. VERY SERIOUS FAILURE THAT NORMALLY DOES NOT HAPPEN IN MODERN VEHICLES. *TR

Mar 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric Crash 63,000 mi

THE ABS SENSOR WIRE WAS DAMAGED BY CONTACT WITH THE RIGHT WHEEL. THIS CAUSED THE ABS SYSTEM TO BELIEVE THAT THE WHEEL WAS NOT TURNING AND ENGAGED THE ABS SYSTEM MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES. SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH. THIS RESULTED IN HAVING TO QUICKLY ENGAGE THE 2001 RAM 2500 I...

Mar 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric Crash 63,000 mi

THE ABS SENSOR WIRE WAS DAMAGED BY CONTACT WITH THE RIGHT WHEEL. THIS CAUSED THE ABS SYSTEM TO BELIEVE THAT THE WHEEL WAS NOT TURNING AND ENGAGED THE ABS SYSTEM MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES. SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH. THIS RESULTED IN HAVING TO QUICKLY ENGAGE THE 2001 RAM 2500 I...

Feb 25, 2009 Structure 160,000 mi

01 DODGE RAM 2500 DASH COLLAPSE. *TR

Feb 25, 2009 Structure 160,000 mi

01 DODGE RAM 2500 DASH COLLAPSE. *TR

Feb 12, 2009 Structure 90,023 mi

I AM NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER BUT I HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE ABOUT THREE YEARS NOW AND THE DASH JUST STARTED CRACKING FOR NO REASON. POOR MATERIAL IN DASH COMPOUND? I OWNED A 1996 CHEVY PICK UP WHERE THERE WAS A RECALL TO REPLACE THE DASH BECAUSE OF IMPROPER MATERIAL MIXTURE, WHY WONT DODGE REPLACE TH...

Feb 12, 2009 Structure 90,023 mi

I AM NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER BUT I HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE ABOUT THREE YEARS NOW AND THE DASH JUST STARTED CRACKING FOR NO REASON. POOR MATERIAL IN DASH COMPOUND? I OWNED A 1996 CHEVY PICK UP WHERE THERE WAS A RECALL TO REPLACE THE DASH BECAUSE OF IMPROPER MATERIAL MIXTURE, WHY WONT DODGE REPLACE TH...

Feb 8, 2009 Fuel System, Diesel 79,700 mi

FAILURE OF FUEL LIFT PUMP ON 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL ENGINE. PUMP FAILED CAUSING TOTAL LOSS OF POWER WHILE MERGING WITH TRAFFIC . *TR

Feb 8, 2009 Fuel System, Diesel 79,700 mi

FAILURE OF FUEL LIFT PUMP ON 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL ENGINE. PUMP FAILED CAUSING TOTAL LOSS OF POWER WHILE MERGING WITH TRAFFIC . *TR

Feb 6, 2009 Structure 50,000 mi

I HAVE A DODGE RAM 2500 2001 THE DASH BOARD IS RANDOMLY CRACKING EVEN THOUGH IT HAS BEEN COVERED WITH DASHMAT SINCE DAY 1, ON FURTHER INVESTIGATING I DISCOVERED I AM NOT THE ONLY DODGE OWNER WITH THIS PROBLEM IN FACT 'ALL' 2001 DODGE RAM OWNERS HAVE THE 'EXACT' SAME PROBLEM WHICH IS EVENTUALLY CRACK...

Feb 6, 2009 Structure 50,000 mi

I HAVE A DODGE RAM 2500 2001 THE DASH BOARD IS RANDOMLY CRACKING EVEN THOUGH IT HAS BEEN COVERED WITH DASHMAT SINCE DAY 1, ON FURTHER INVESTIGATING I DISCOVERED I AM NOT THE ONLY DODGE OWNER WITH THIS PROBLEM IN FACT 'ALL' 2001 DODGE RAM OWNERS HAVE THE 'EXACT' SAME PROBLEM WHICH IS EVENTUALLY CRACK...

Feb 5, 2009 Structure

I KEEP MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL IN MINT CONDITION. THERE IS NO REASON THE DASHBOARD CRACKED. I ARMOR ALL IT AND CLEAN THE INSIDE ALL THE TIME. I KEEP THE GLASS COVERED AS WELL WITH SUN VISOR. I WAS SHOCKED TO SEE MY DASHBOARD CRACKED. THERE WAS NO REASON FOR IT. THEN I SAW THE NEWS REPORT...

Feb 5, 2009 Structure

I KEEP MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL IN MINT CONDITION. THERE IS NO REASON THE DASHBOARD CRACKED. I ARMOR ALL IT AND CLEAN THE INSIDE ALL THE TIME. I KEEP THE GLASS COVERED AS WELL WITH SUN VISOR. I WAS SHOCKED TO SEE MY DASHBOARD CRACKED. THERE WAS NO REASON FOR IT. THEN I SAW THE NEWS REPORT...

Jan 28, 2009 Structure 30,000 mi

DASH CRACKED ON MY 2001 DODGE TRUCK I FEEL ITS NOT SAFE. *TR

Jan 28, 2009 Structure 30,000 mi

DASH CRACKED ON MY 2001 DODGE TRUCK I FEEL ITS NOT SAFE. *TR

Jan 26, 2009 Structure 85,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD OF THE VEHICLE HAS COMPLETELY CRACKED AND BUSTED LEAVING A GIANT HOLE IN IT. LEAVING ALL THE WIRES AND HEATER VENTS EXPOSED. THIS HAPPENED JUST WITH NORMAL DRIVING OF VEHICLE NO CRASHES OR ANYTHING EVER HIT IT TO CAUSE THE PROBLEM. *TR

Jan 26, 2009 Structure 85,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD OF THE VEHICLE HAS COMPLETELY CRACKED AND BUSTED LEAVING A GIANT HOLE IN IT. LEAVING ALL THE WIRES AND HEATER VENTS EXPOSED. THIS HAPPENED JUST WITH NORMAL DRIVING OF VEHICLE NO CRASHES OR ANYTHING EVER HIT IT TO CAUSE THE PROBLEM. *TR

Jan 3, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 170,000 mi

# 53 CRACKED CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL ENGINE BLOCK. *TR

Jan 3, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 170,000 mi

# 53 CRACKED CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL ENGINE BLOCK. *TR

Dec 25, 2008 Structure

2001 DODGE 2500 AND SIMILAR MODELS. DASH BOARDS CRACK AND BREAK APART COMPLETELY RESULTING IN MUCH OF THE DASH BEING GONE. REPORTS OF AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT FROM BROKEN PIECES INSIDE DASH. RECOMMEND A RECALL OF ALL MODEL VEHICLES 1994-2002 DODGE PICKUP TRUCKS TO FIX THE PROBLEM. I HAVE HAD TO REMOVE THE...

Dec 25, 2008 Structure

2001 DODGE 2500 AND SIMILAR MODELS. DASH BOARDS CRACK AND BREAK APART COMPLETELY RESULTING IN MUCH OF THE DASH BEING GONE. REPORTS OF AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT FROM BROKEN PIECES INSIDE DASH. RECOMMEND A RECALL OF ALL MODEL VEHICLES 1994-2002 DODGE PICKUP TRUCKS TO FIX THE PROBLEM. I HAVE HAD TO REMOVE THE...

Dec 10, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 79,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE HOOD LATCH FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE HOOD FLEW BACKWARDS AND NEARLY SHATTERED THE WINDSHIELD. THE DEALER STATED THAT HE MAY NOT HAVE CLOSED THE LATCH PROPERLY; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT DISAGREES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INC...

Dec 10, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 79,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE HOOD LATCH FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE HOOD FLEW BACKWARDS AND NEARLY SHATTERED THE WINDSHIELD. THE DEALER STATED THAT HE MAY NOT HAVE CLOSED THE LATCH PROPERLY; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT DISAGREES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INC...

Nov 18, 2008 Structure 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE 2500 4X4 AND THE DASH IS FALLING APART RAPIDLY. I HAD TWO SMALL CRACKS A WEEK AGO AND NOW I HAVE A NEW ONE THAT EXTENDS FROM MY WINDSHIELD TO MY RADIO. NOW I'M WORRIED ITS GOING TO SINK IN AND CAUSE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM THAT COULD POTENTIALLY LEAD TO A FIRE. *TR

Nov 18, 2008 Structure 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE 2500 4X4 AND THE DASH IS FALLING APART RAPIDLY. I HAD TWO SMALL CRACKS A WEEK AGO AND NOW I HAVE A NEW ONE THAT EXTENDS FROM MY WINDSHIELD TO MY RADIO. NOW I'M WORRIED ITS GOING TO SINK IN AND CAUSE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM THAT COULD POTENTIALLY LEAD TO A FIRE. *TR

Nov 12, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 170,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM CUMMINS ISB/24V TURBO DIESEL ENGINE, BLOCK # 53 CRACK. *TR

Nov 12, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 170,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM CUMMINS ISB/24V TURBO DIESEL ENGINE, BLOCK # 53 CRACK. *TR

Nov 10, 2008 Structure 38,350 mi

DODGE RAM 2500 QUAD CAB- DASHBOARD CRACKING FROM DEFROSTER VENT BACK; OCCURRING IN MANY PLACES. I HAVE READ OF THIS HAPPENING TO MANY OF THESE TRUCKS. DEALER WILL NOT ADDRESS ISSUE. TRUCK HAS LESS THAN 40,000 MILES. *TR

Nov 10, 2008 Structure 38,350 mi

DODGE RAM 2500 QUAD CAB- DASHBOARD CRACKING FROM DEFROSTER VENT BACK; OCCURRING IN MANY PLACES. I HAVE READ OF THIS HAPPENING TO MANY OF THESE TRUCKS. DEALER WILL NOT ADDRESS ISSUE. TRUCK HAS LESS THAN 40,000 MILES. *TR

Nov 4, 2008 Structure

CRACKED DASHBOARD, DETERIORATING PLASTIC, CRACKING AND FALLING APART. *TR

Nov 4, 2008 Structure

CRACKED DASHBOARD, DETERIORATING PLASTIC, CRACKING AND FALLING APART. *TR

Oct 22, 2008 Structure 210,000 mi

DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD WITH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAG. DASHBOARD HAS SO MANY CRACKS IN IT THAT IT IS BEYOND REPAIR. THE DASH CONTINUES TO CRACK MORE AS TIME GOES BY AND WILL EVENTUALLY CAVE IN FROM LOSS OF STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AROUND IT. *TR

Oct 22, 2008 Structure 210,000 mi

DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD WITH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAG. DASHBOARD HAS SO MANY CRACKS IN IT THAT IT IS BEYOND REPAIR. THE DASH CONTINUES TO CRACK MORE AS TIME GOES BY AND WILL EVENTUALLY CAVE IN FROM LOSS OF STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AROUND IT. *TR

Oct 20, 2008 Structure 115,783 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 THAT I BOUGHT NEW. IT HAS 115,753 MILES TO THIS DATE. THE TRUCK IS KEPT UNDER A SHED 90% OF THE TIME AND STILL LOOKS GREAT ON THE OUTSIDE. I RECENTLY NOTICED A CRACK IN THE DASH BEZEL AND NOW HAVE LARGE CRACKS ALL OVER THE TOP OF THE DASH. I HAVE READ AND SEEN MANY DO...

Oct 20, 2008 Structure 115,783 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 THAT I BOUGHT NEW. IT HAS 115,753 MILES TO THIS DATE. THE TRUCK IS KEPT UNDER A SHED 90% OF THE TIME AND STILL LOOKS GREAT ON THE OUTSIDE. I RECENTLY NOTICED A CRACK IN THE DASH BEZEL AND NOW HAVE LARGE CRACKS ALL OVER THE TOP OF THE DASH. I HAVE READ AND SEEN MANY DO...

Oct 13, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 97,000 mi

MY HOOD WAS NOT LATCHED FULLY @THE LOCAL DEALER AFTER SERVICE. I PROCEEDED ONTO HIGHWAY AND IT POPPED OPEN....SECONDARY LATCH DIDN'T CATCH IT PROPERLY. *TR

Oct 13, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 97,000 mi

MY HOOD WAS NOT LATCHED FULLY @THE LOCAL DEALER AFTER SERVICE. I PROCEEDED ONTO HIGHWAY AND IT POPPED OPEN....SECONDARY LATCH DIDN'T CATCH IT PROPERLY. *TR

Oct 4, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 35,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN RURAL ROAD THE HOOD POPPED UP BLOCKING MY VIEW. I COULD SEE THE SIDE OF THE ROAD UNDER THE OPEN HOOD AND PULLED OVER HOOD HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED YET. *TR

Oct 4, 2008 Structure 35,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN RURAL ROAD THE HOOD POPPED UP BLOCKING MY VIEW. I COULD SEE THE SIDE OF THE ROAD UNDER THE OPEN HOOD AND PULLED OVER HOOD HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED YET. *TR

Oct 4, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 35,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN RURAL ROAD THE HOOD POPPED UP BLOCKING MY VIEW. I COULD SEE THE SIDE OF THE ROAD UNDER THE OPEN HOOD AND PULLED OVER HOOD HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED YET. *TR

Oct 4, 2008 Structure 35,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN RURAL ROAD THE HOOD POPPED UP BLOCKING MY VIEW. I COULD SEE THE SIDE OF THE ROAD UNDER THE OPEN HOOD AND PULLED OVER HOOD HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED YET. *TR

Sep 29, 2008 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL WITH A CRACKING DASH. THE PLASTIC USED IN THE DASH IS OF EXTREMELY POOR QUALITY. DASH HAS NUMEROUS CRACKS THAT RUN THE ENTIRE SPAN OF THE DASH. WIRES ARE EXPOSED AND WHO KNOWS IF THE AIRBAGS WILL DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT. DODGE REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT THE PROBLEM. *TR

Sep 29, 2008 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL WITH A CRACKING DASH. THE PLASTIC USED IN THE DASH IS OF EXTREMELY POOR QUALITY. DASH HAS NUMEROUS CRACKS THAT RUN THE ENTIRE SPAN OF THE DASH. WIRES ARE EXPOSED AND WHO KNOWS IF THE AIRBAGS WILL DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT. DODGE REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT THE PROBLEM. *TR

Sep 24, 2008 Structure

DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED AND HUGE CHUNKS ARE FALLING OFF THE DASH IN TURN EXPOSING THE WIRING AND SUCH TO THE SUN. NOT SURE WHEN IT STARTED, I HAVE CONTACTED DODGE VIA EMAIL OFF AN DON SINCE THE PROBLEM STARTED. *TR

Sep 24, 2008 Structure

DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED AND HUGE CHUNKS ARE FALLING OFF THE DASH IN TURN EXPOSING THE WIRING AND SUCH TO THE SUN. NOT SURE WHEN IT STARTED, I HAVE CONTACTED DODGE VIA EMAIL OFF AN DON SINCE THE PROBLEM STARTED. *TR

Sep 15, 2008 Structure 107,523 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN MY POSSESSION AND WELL MAINTAINED SINCE 2003. THE DASH HAS STARTED TO CRACK AND IS NOW FALLING APART IN LARGE PIECES. THE DEALER REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT THIS BECAUSE HE STATED IT WAS COSMETIC. DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING BECAUSE THE DEALER WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THE PROB...

Sep 15, 2008 Structure 107,523 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN MY POSSESSION AND WELL MAINTAINED SINCE 2003. THE DASH HAS STARTED TO CRACK AND IS NOW FALLING APART IN LARGE PIECES. THE DEALER REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT THIS BECAUSE HE STATED IT WAS COSMETIC. DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING BECAUSE THE DEALER WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THE PROB...

Aug 16, 2008 Unknown Or Other 150,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM DASH CRACKED IN MULTIPLE PLACES. IN THE EVENT OF AN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT/CRASH, DASH WILL EXPLODE AND CREATE EXTENSIVE INJURIES. REPLACED AT OWN EXPENSE BECAUSE DODGE WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT BECAUSE ITS OUT OF WARRANTY. *TR

Aug 16, 2008 Unknown Or Other 150,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM DASH CRACKED IN MULTIPLE PLACES. IN THE EVENT OF AN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT/CRASH, DASH WILL EXPLODE AND CREATE EXTENSIVE INJURIES. REPLACED AT OWN EXPENSE BECAUSE DODGE WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT BECAUSE ITS OUT OF WARRANTY. *TR

Aug 7, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 120,000 mi

THE HOOD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS UNLATCHED AND FLEW BACK HITTING THE WINDSHIELD WHILE DRIVING TWICE OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS DAMAGING THE HOOD AND HINGES. *TR

Aug 7, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 120,000 mi

THE HOOD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS UNLATCHED AND FLEW BACK HITTING THE WINDSHIELD WHILE DRIVING TWICE OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS DAMAGING THE HOOD AND HINGES. *TR

Aug 6, 2008 Structure 117,000 mi

HOOD ON DODGE RAM PICKUP FLEW UP AS I WAS DRIVING. I WAS ABLE TO PULL IT DOWN AND BEAT IT BACK INTO SHAPE SO I CAN STILL USE THE TRUCK. *TR

Aug 6, 2008 Structure 117,000 mi

HOOD ON DODGE RAM PICKUP FLEW UP AS I WAS DRIVING. I WAS ABLE TO PULL IT DOWN AND BEAT IT BACK INTO SHAPE SO I CAN STILL USE THE TRUCK. *TR

Aug 5, 2008 Structure 160,000 mi

DASHBOARD HAS COMPLETELY DISINTEGRATED INTO SMALL AND LARGE PIECES THAT FALL ONTO THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS TO COMPLETELY DESTROY THE DASHBOARD. THIS IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SAFETY HAZARD. THIS HAS ALL HAPPENED WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF MY PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 TURBO DIESEL...

Aug 5, 2008 Structure 160,000 mi

DASHBOARD HAS COMPLETELY DISINTEGRATED INTO SMALL AND LARGE PIECES THAT FALL ONTO THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS TO COMPLETELY DESTROY THE DASHBOARD. THIS IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SAFETY HAZARD. THIS HAS ALL HAPPENED WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF MY PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 TURBO DIESEL...

Jul 25, 2008 Structure 54,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART. WE PURCHASED THIS TRUCK FOR OUR 16 YEAR OLD AS HIS FIRST VEHICLE. I AM WORRIED ABOUT THE SAFETY ISSUES. *TR

Jul 25, 2008 Structure 54,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART. WE PURCHASED THIS TRUCK FOR OUR 16 YEAR OLD AS HIS FIRST VEHICLE. I AM WORRIED ABOUT THE SAFETY ISSUES. *TR

Jun 28, 2008 Structure 50,000 mi

CRACKING DASH BOARD IN 2001 DODGE TRUCK. MY DASH IS CRACKED IN SEVERAL PLACES WITH LARGE HOLES DEVELOPING BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM. *TR

Jun 28, 2008 Structure 50,000 mi

CRACKING DASH BOARD IN 2001 DODGE TRUCK. MY DASH IS CRACKED IN SEVERAL PLACES WITH LARGE HOLES DEVELOPING BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM. *TR

Jun 24, 2008 Structure 48,020 mi

CRACKING DASHBOARD, WILL NOT STOP. JUST KEEPS ADDING MORE AND MORE. *TR

Jun 24, 2008 Structure 48,020 mi

CRACKING DASHBOARD, WILL NOT STOP. JUST KEEPS ADDING MORE AND MORE. *TR

Jun 16, 2008 Structure

- SINCE LAST YEAR ON MY PICK UP DODGE RAM 2001 THE DASHBOARD CRACKED. -UNTIL NOW ANY CORRECTION HAS DONE, AND ANY REPLACEMENT. *TR

Jun 16, 2008 Structure

- SINCE LAST YEAR ON MY PICK UP DODGE RAM 2001 THE DASHBOARD CRACKED. -UNTIL NOW ANY CORRECTION HAS DONE, AND ANY REPLACEMENT. *TR

Jun 2, 2008 Structure 40,000 mi

CRACKED DASHBOARD LEADING TO DEFECTIVE WIRING AND STEERING COLUMN PROBLEMS. *TR

Jun 2, 2008 Steering 40,000 mi

CRACKED DASHBOARD LEADING TO DEFECTIVE WIRING AND STEERING COLUMN PROBLEMS. *TR

Jun 2, 2008 Structure 40,000 mi

CRACKED DASHBOARD LEADING TO DEFECTIVE WIRING AND STEERING COLUMN PROBLEMS. *TR

Jun 2, 2008 Steering 40,000 mi

CRACKED DASHBOARD LEADING TO DEFECTIVE WIRING AND STEERING COLUMN PROBLEMS. *TR

May 20, 2008 Structure 100,000 mi

DASH CRACKING AND FALLING IN. *TR

May 20, 2008 Structure 100,000 mi

DASH CRACKING AND FALLING IN. *TR

May 8, 2008 Structure 101,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 CUMMINS TRUCK AND WITHIN THREE YEARS MY DASH STARTED FALLING APART. I APPROACHED THE DEALER WITH THIS ISSUE BUT UNFORTUNATELY MY WARRANTY WAS UP 1000 MILES AGO. I DIDN'T WANT TO PAY THE 600 BUCKS FOR THE REPLACEMENT DASH INSTALLED SO I PURCHASED ONE FROM THE DEALER AND IN...

May 8, 2008 Structure 101,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 CUMMINS TRUCK AND WITHIN THREE YEARS MY DASH STARTED FALLING APART. I APPROACHED THE DEALER WITH THIS ISSUE BUT UNFORTUNATELY MY WARRANTY WAS UP 1000 MILES AGO. I DIDN'T WANT TO PAY THE 600 BUCKS FOR THE REPLACEMENT DASH INSTALLED SO I PURCHASED ONE FROM THE DEALER AND IN...

Apr 21, 2008 Air Bags

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM TRUCK, AND MY DASH IS NOT ONLY CRACKING, BUT LARGE CHUNKS OF THE DASH HAVE FALLEN INTO THE ELECTRONIC WIRING BENEATH. *TR

Apr 21, 2008 Air Bags

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM TRUCK, AND MY DASH IS NOT ONLY CRACKING, BUT LARGE CHUNKS OF THE DASH HAVE FALLEN INTO THE ELECTRONIC WIRING BENEATH. *TR

Apr 3, 2008 Structure 950,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 TRUCK AND MY DASH STARTED CRACKING. AND NOW IS FALLING IN. DODGE WONT FIX THERE PROBLEM. PIECES OF THE DASH IS FALLING INSIDE OF DASH WIRES. EVENTUALLY MIGHT RUB WIRES CAUSING A SHORT OR FIRE VERY UNSAFE. *TR

Apr 3, 2008 Structure 950,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 TRUCK AND MY DASH STARTED CRACKING. AND NOW IS FALLING IN. DODGE WONT FIX THERE PROBLEM. PIECES OF THE DASH IS FALLING INSIDE OF DASH WIRES. EVENTUALLY MIGHT RUB WIRES CAUSING A SHORT OR FIRE VERY UNSAFE. *TR

Mar 30, 2008 Structure

DASH HAS STARTED TO CRACK NEAR PASSENGER AIRBAG. NOT PARKED UNDER SUN. *TR

Mar 30, 2008 Structure

DASH HAS STARTED TO CRACK NEAR PASSENGER AIRBAG. NOT PARKED UNDER SUN. *TR

Mar 21, 2008 Structure

DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART. *TR

Mar 21, 2008 Structure

DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART. *TR

Mar 16, 2008 Air Bags Crash 78,000 mi

HEAD ON COLLISION AT 40 MPH WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE,THEIR SPEED IS UNDETERMINED, THE DRIVERS FRONTAL AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY BOTH VEHICLES TOTALED. 1 MAJOR INJURY. *TR

Mar 16, 2008 Air Bags Crash 78,000 mi

HEAD ON COLLISION AT 40 MPH WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE,THEIR SPEED IS UNDETERMINED, THE DRIVERS FRONTAL AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY BOTH VEHICLES TOTALED. 1 MAJOR INJURY. *TR

Mar 14, 2008 Structure

DASHBOARD STARTED CRACKING LENGTHWISE AND VERTICALLY AS WELL AS AROUND THE AIR VENTS NEXT TO THE WINDSHIELD. *TR

Mar 14, 2008 Structure

DASHBOARD STARTED CRACKING LENGTHWISE AND VERTICALLY AS WELL AS AROUND THE AIR VENTS NEXT TO THE WINDSHIELD. *TR

Mar 5, 2008 Structure 109,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 WHICH I TAKE GREAT CARE OF . I CLEANED, WAXED, DETAIL IT ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK . FIVE-SIX MONTHS AGO WHILE I WAS WIPING OFF MY DASH I GASHED ONE OF MY FINGERS REALLY BAD, AFTER I GOT THE BLEEDING TO STOP I WENT BACK TO CLEAN UP THE BLOOD AND FIND OUT WHAT I HAD CUT IT ONE...

Mar 5, 2008 Structure

I HAVE A DODGE 2001 2500 RAM TRUCK THAT HAS DETERIORATED BEFORE MY EYES. IT HAS LARGE GAPING HOLES OVER THE WHOLE THING AND THE DASH CONTINUES TO CRUMBLE. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN ANGLETON, TEXAS DIRECTLY OFF THE LOT, BUT HAVE RECEIVED NO HELP WITH THIS POTENTIAL DANGEROUS PROBLEM. I'M AFRAID ...

Mar 5, 2008 Structure 51,500 mi

THE DASH IS FALLING OUT AND HAS CRACKS ALL OVER IT. THE DASH HAS HAD A DASH COVER ON IT SINCE IT WAS DRIVEN OF THE DODGE LOT. THE DASH NEEDS REPLACING BY DODGE AS A SAFETY RECALL. *TR

Mar 5, 2008 Structure 109,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 WHICH I TAKE GREAT CARE OF . I CLEANED, WAXED, DETAIL IT ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK . FIVE-SIX MONTHS AGO WHILE I WAS WIPING OFF MY DASH I GASHED ONE OF MY FINGERS REALLY BAD, AFTER I GOT THE BLEEDING TO STOP I WENT BACK TO CLEAN UP THE BLOOD AND FIND OUT WHAT I HAD CUT IT ONE...

Mar 5, 2008 Structure

I HAVE A DODGE 2001 2500 RAM TRUCK THAT HAS DETERIORATED BEFORE MY EYES. IT HAS LARGE GAPING HOLES OVER THE WHOLE THING AND THE DASH CONTINUES TO CRUMBLE. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN ANGLETON, TEXAS DIRECTLY OFF THE LOT, BUT HAVE RECEIVED NO HELP WITH THIS POTENTIAL DANGEROUS PROBLEM. I'M AFRAID ...

Mar 5, 2008 Structure 51,500 mi

THE DASH IS FALLING OUT AND HAS CRACKS ALL OVER IT. THE DASH HAS HAD A DASH COVER ON IT SINCE IT WAS DRIVEN OF THE DODGE LOT. THE DASH NEEDS REPLACING BY DODGE AS A SAFETY RECALL. *TR

Mar 3, 2008 Structure

THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKING BADLY. WE WERE TOLD IT WASN'T COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE CRACKS ARE VERY LARGE AND SPAN THE WHOLE DASHBOARD FROM DRIVER'S SIDE TO PASSENGER SIDE AND UP THE MIDDLE. THIS IS A 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP. *TR

Mar 3, 2008 Structure

THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKING BADLY. WE WERE TOLD IT WASN'T COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE CRACKS ARE VERY LARGE AND SPAN THE WHOLE DASHBOARD FROM DRIVER'S SIDE TO PASSENGER SIDE AND UP THE MIDDLE. THIS IS A 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP. *TR

Feb 28, 2008 Structure 97,000 mi

I HAVE A MULTIPLE CRACKS IN THE DASHBOARD OF MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. I AM NOW STARTING TO GET CRACKING IN MY INSTRUMENT PANEL BEZZLE. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER, AND THE TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN IN A WRECK. NOT A BIG DODGE FAN AT THE MOMENT AND NEITHER ARE THE PEOPLE THAT TAKE A RIDE IN MY TRUCK. *TR

Feb 28, 2008 Structure 97,000 mi

I HAVE A MULTIPLE CRACKS IN THE DASHBOARD OF MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. I AM NOW STARTING TO GET CRACKING IN MY INSTRUMENT PANEL BEZZLE. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER, AND THE TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN IN A WRECK. NOT A BIG DODGE FAN AT THE MOMENT AND NEITHER ARE THE PEOPLE THAT TAKE A RIDE IN MY TRUCK. *TR

Feb 27, 2008 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING. CONSUMER STATED THAT HE SAW MORE COMPLAINTS LIKE THIS ON THE INTERNET. HE STATES THAT HIS DASHBOARD HAS COMPLETELY CRACKED. *KB

Feb 27, 2008 Unknown Or Other

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING. CONSUMER STATED THAT HE SAW MORE COMPLAINTS LIKE THIS ON THE INTERNET. HE STATES THAT HIS DASHBOARD HAS COMPLETELY CRACKED. *KB

Feb 27, 2008 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING. CONSUMER STATED THAT HE SAW MORE COMPLAINTS LIKE THIS ON THE INTERNET. HE STATES THAT HIS DASHBOARD HAS COMPLETELY CRACKED. *KB

Feb 27, 2008 Unknown Or Other

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING. CONSUMER STATED THAT HE SAW MORE COMPLAINTS LIKE THIS ON THE INTERNET. HE STATES THAT HIS DASHBOARD HAS COMPLETELY CRACKED. *KB

Feb 11, 2008 Electrical System 125,000 mi

ONE DAY IN THE SUMMER OF 2007, I NOTICED A SMALL CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD OF MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. LATER, MANY CRACKS APPEARED AND PORTIONS OF THE DASHBOARD HAVE ACTUALLY FALLEN THROUGH INTO THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND GAUGES. THIS HAS CAUSED A FEW INSTANCES OF THE LIGHTS AND GAUGES TO MALFUNCTI...

Feb 11, 2008 Structure 125,000 mi

ONE DAY IN THE SUMMER OF 2007, I NOTICED A SMALL CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD OF MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. LATER, MANY CRACKS APPEARED AND PORTIONS OF THE DASHBOARD HAVE ACTUALLY FALLEN THROUGH INTO THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND GAUGES. THIS HAS CAUSED A FEW INSTANCES OF THE LIGHTS AND GAUGES TO MALFUNCTI...

Feb 11, 2008 Electrical System 125,000 mi

ONE DAY IN THE SUMMER OF 2007, I NOTICED A SMALL CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD OF MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. LATER, MANY CRACKS APPEARED AND PORTIONS OF THE DASHBOARD HAVE ACTUALLY FALLEN THROUGH INTO THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND GAUGES. THIS HAS CAUSED A FEW INSTANCES OF THE LIGHTS AND GAUGES TO MALFUNCTI...

Feb 11, 2008 Structure 125,000 mi

ONE DAY IN THE SUMMER OF 2007, I NOTICED A SMALL CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD OF MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. LATER, MANY CRACKS APPEARED AND PORTIONS OF THE DASHBOARD HAVE ACTUALLY FALLEN THROUGH INTO THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND GAUGES. THIS HAS CAUSED A FEW INSTANCES OF THE LIGHTS AND GAUGES TO MALFUNCTI...

Feb 4, 2008 Structure 37,000 mi

AS SOON AS VEHICLE RAN OUT OF BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY THE DASH BOARD STARTED TO CRACK AND IS FALLING OUT. IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD IF YOU GET INTO A ACCIDENT AS PIECES OF DASH WILL BE GOING EVERYWHERE. *TR

Feb 4, 2008 Structure 37,000 mi

AS SOON AS VEHICLE RAN OUT OF BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY THE DASH BOARD STARTED TO CRACK AND IS FALLING OUT. IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD IF YOU GET INTO A ACCIDENT AS PIECES OF DASH WILL BE GOING EVERYWHERE. *TR

Feb 1, 2008 Structure 215,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM AND THE TOP OF THE DASH HAS CRACKED BADLY AND HAS SUNKEN INTO THE WIRING. *TR

Feb 1, 2008 Structure 215,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM AND THE TOP OF THE DASH HAS CRACKED BADLY AND HAS SUNKEN INTO THE WIRING. *TR

Jan 24, 2008 Structure

2001 DODGE 2500 WITH MULTIPLE CRACKS IN DASH WITH PIECES FALLING OUT. I AM CONCERNED THAT THE PIECES FALLING OUT COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, OR DAMAGE WIRING THAT COULD CAUSE ONE OF THE REQUIRED VEHICLE SYSTEMS TO FAIL AND CAUSE AND ACCIDENT. ADDITIONALLY, I AM CONCERNED THAT THE BROKEN PIECES...

Jan 24, 2008 Structure

2001 DODGE 2500 WITH MULTIPLE CRACKS IN DASH WITH PIECES FALLING OUT. I AM CONCERNED THAT THE PIECES FALLING OUT COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, OR DAMAGE WIRING THAT COULD CAUSE ONE OF THE REQUIRED VEHICLE SYSTEMS TO FAIL AND CAUSE AND ACCIDENT. ADDITIONALLY, I AM CONCERNED THAT THE BROKEN PIECES...

Jan 5, 2008 Electrical System

DODGE 2500 2001 MODEL DASH IS FALLING OUT TO THE POINT IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN WIRES ARE BEING EXPOSED AND KIDS CAN GET HANDS AND FINGERS CAUGHT IN HOLES IN DASH. DEALER SAYS IT IS AWARE OF PROBLEM BUT WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. DON DAVIS DEALERSHIP. *CN

Jan 5, 2008 Unknown Or Other

DODGE 2500 2001 MODEL DASH IS FALLING OUT TO THE POINT IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN WIRES ARE BEING EXPOSED AND KIDS CAN GET HANDS AND FINGERS CAUGHT IN HOLES IN DASH. DEALER SAYS IT IS AWARE OF PROBLEM BUT WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. DON DAVIS DEALERSHIP. *CN

Jan 5, 2008 Electrical System

DODGE 2500 2001 MODEL DASH IS FALLING OUT TO THE POINT IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN WIRES ARE BEING EXPOSED AND KIDS CAN GET HANDS AND FINGERS CAUGHT IN HOLES IN DASH. DEALER SAYS IT IS AWARE OF PROBLEM BUT WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. DON DAVIS DEALERSHIP. *CN

Jan 5, 2008 Unknown Or Other

DODGE 2500 2001 MODEL DASH IS FALLING OUT TO THE POINT IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN WIRES ARE BEING EXPOSED AND KIDS CAN GET HANDS AND FINGERS CAUGHT IN HOLES IN DASH. DEALER SAYS IT IS AWARE OF PROBLEM BUT WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. DON DAVIS DEALERSHIP. *CN

Dec 21, 2007 Structure 98,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 CUMMINS DIESEL DASH BOARD CRACKING AND BREAKING APART. I SPENT A LOT OF MONEY ON THIS VEHICLE FOR IT TO START FALLING APART ON ITS OWN. IT SEEMS TO BE A WIDESPREAD PROBLEM ACROSS THE DODGE RAM CUMMINS ARENA I HAVE SEEN IT IN 17 DIFFERENT DODGE RAMS WITH THE CUMMINS IN FAYETTEVILL...

Dec 21, 2007 Structure 98,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 CUMMINS DIESEL DASH BOARD CRACKING AND BREAKING APART. I SPENT A LOT OF MONEY ON THIS VEHICLE FOR IT TO START FALLING APART ON ITS OWN. IT SEEMS TO BE A WIDESPREAD PROBLEM ACROSS THE DODGE RAM CUMMINS ARENA I HAVE SEEN IT IN 17 DIFFERENT DODGE RAMS WITH THE CUMMINS IN FAYETTEVILL...

Dec 4, 2007 Structure 60,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND SINKING IN MULTIPLE PLACES. *TR

Dec 4, 2007 Structure 94,690 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 CUMMINS DIESEL. THE DASH HAS CRACKED IN IT. THE CRACKS ARE UNSIGHTLY. ONE SPOT WHERE THE DASH CRACKED A PIECE ACTUALLY FELL IN TO THE DASH CAVITY, THIS HAS TO BE A FIRE HAZARD. ANYWAY, I HAVE DONE SOME RESEARCH, AND IT SEEMS THAT A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE HAD THIS PROBL...

Dec 4, 2007 Structure 60,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND SINKING IN MULTIPLE PLACES. *TR

Dec 4, 2007 Structure 94,690 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 CUMMINS DIESEL. THE DASH HAS CRACKED IN IT. THE CRACKS ARE UNSIGHTLY. ONE SPOT WHERE THE DASH CRACKED A PIECE ACTUALLY FELL IN TO THE DASH CAVITY, THIS HAS TO BE A FIRE HAZARD. ANYWAY, I HAVE DONE SOME RESEARCH, AND IT SEEMS THAT A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE HAD THIS PROBL...

Nov 28, 2007 Structure

DASH PAD CRACKING, ABOUT 5-6" LONG IN FRONT OF WINDSHIELD TOWARD AIRBAG. *TR

Nov 28, 2007 Structure

DASH PAD CRACKING, ABOUT 5-6" LONG IN FRONT OF WINDSHIELD TOWARD AIRBAG. *TR

Nov 8, 2007 Structure 32,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 IS CRACKED. IT HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN LARGER. I VEHICLE IS KEPT IN A GARAGE SO THERE IS NO SUN DAMAGE. I CAN HEAR IT VIBRATE SOMETIMES. THE DEALER WAS INFORMED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM TWO YEARS AGO AND THEY SAID IT WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. I DON'T BELIEVE I SHOULD BE...

Nov 8, 2007 Structure 32,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 IS CRACKED. IT HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN LARGER. I VEHICLE IS KEPT IN A GARAGE SO THERE IS NO SUN DAMAGE. I CAN HEAR IT VIBRATE SOMETIMES. THE DEALER WAS INFORMED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM TWO YEARS AGO AND THEY SAID IT WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. I DON'T BELIEVE I SHOULD BE...

Nov 1, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 132,100 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500, DIESEL 4WD CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF BRAKE SYSTEM. FAILURE CAUSED BY FAILURE OF DRIVER SIDE, OUTBOARD BRAKE LINE. LINE FAILED DUE TO DESIGN DEFECT THAT RESULTS IN THE LINE CHAFING AGAINST ITSELF UNTIL A HOLE APPEARS AND ALL BRAKE PRESSURE IS LOST. LINE CHAFES IF DURING HARD L...

Nov 1, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 132,100 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500, DIESEL 4WD CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF BRAKE SYSTEM. FAILURE CAUSED BY FAILURE OF DRIVER SIDE, OUTBOARD BRAKE LINE. LINE FAILED DUE TO DESIGN DEFECT THAT RESULTS IN THE LINE CHAFING AGAINST ITSELF UNTIL A HOLE APPEARS AND ALL BRAKE PRESSURE IS LOST. LINE CHAFES IF DURING HARD L...

Oct 31, 2007 Structure 142,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD SUB STRUCTURE (MOULDED PLASTIC) ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS MYSTERIOUSLY BEGUN TO CRACK AND COME APART. RECENTLY THE RADIO ALMOST FELL OUT OF THE DASHBOARD BECAUSE THE MOUNTING POINTS IN THE DASH HAVE CRACKED AND BROKEN. BEHIND THE DASH, LARGE PIECES OF PLASTIC HAVE BROKEN AND ONE ...

Oct 31, 2007 Structure 142,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD SUB STRUCTURE (MOULDED PLASTIC) ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 HAS MYSTERIOUSLY BEGUN TO CRACK AND COME APART. RECENTLY THE RADIO ALMOST FELL OUT OF THE DASHBOARD BECAUSE THE MOUNTING POINTS IN THE DASH HAVE CRACKED AND BROKEN. BEHIND THE DASH, LARGE PIECES OF PLASTIC HAVE BROKEN AND ONE ...

Oct 23, 2007 Structure

I UNDERSTAND THAT THERE MAY BE PROBLEMS WITH AIRBAGS IN DODGE 2500 TRUCKS IN WHICH THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED. I AM REPORTING THAT MY DASHBOARD IS CRACKED IN MULTIPLE PLACES. THIS IS NOT DUE TO ANY ACCIDENTS, ETC. TO THE TRUCK. *TR

Oct 23, 2007 Structure

I UNDERSTAND THAT THERE MAY BE PROBLEMS WITH AIRBAGS IN DODGE 2500 TRUCKS IN WHICH THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED. I AM REPORTING THAT MY DASHBOARD IS CRACKED IN MULTIPLE PLACES. THIS IS NOT DUE TO ANY ACCIDENTS, ETC. TO THE TRUCK. *TR

Oct 21, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 93,000 mi

2 DIFFERENT BRAKE LINES FAILED THE SAME DAY.. BOTH RUSTED THROUGH THE REST OF THE LINES NEAR THE BOOSTER AND THE ANTI LOCK ARE ALL RUSTED ALSO... TRUCK HAD NO MORE THAN A FEW WEEKS IN SNOW AND NEVER ON THE BEACH....I LIVE IN FLA... *TR

Oct 21, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 93,000 mi

2 DIFFERENT BRAKE LINES FAILED THE SAME DAY.. BOTH RUSTED THROUGH THE REST OF THE LINES NEAR THE BOOSTER AND THE ANTI LOCK ARE ALL RUSTED ALSO... TRUCK HAD NO MORE THAN A FEW WEEKS IN SNOW AND NEVER ON THE BEACH....I LIVE IN FLA... *TR

Oct 16, 2007 Tires Crash 14,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 4X4 V-10 ALONG INTERSTATE 50 IN SACRAMENTO, CA IN THE FAST OR LEFT LANE AND HAD INSTALLED BRAND NEW SUPER SWAMPER SSR 305/70/16 TIRES W/4,000 MILES ON THEM AND WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH THE LEFT REAR TIRE FLEW APART. THE TREAD HAD SEPARATED FROM THE STEEL...

Oct 16, 2007 Tires Crash 14,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 4X4 V-10 ALONG INTERSTATE 50 IN SACRAMENTO, CA IN THE FAST OR LEFT LANE AND HAD INSTALLED BRAND NEW SUPER SWAMPER SSR 305/70/16 TIRES W/4,000 MILES ON THEM AND WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH THE LEFT REAR TIRE FLEW APART. THE TREAD HAD SEPARATED FROM THE STEEL...

Oct 14, 2007 Structure

CRACKED DASH. *TR

Oct 14, 2007 Structure

CRACKED DASH. *TR

Oct 9, 2007 Suspension 86,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, HE HEARD A LOUD BUMPING SOUND AND THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STAY STRAIGHT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH OR GREATER. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 86,00...

Oct 9, 2007 Suspension 86,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, HE HEARD A LOUD BUMPING SOUND AND THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STAY STRAIGHT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH OR GREATER. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 86,00...

Sep 16, 2007 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM DASH IS CRACKED, STARTING TO SINK AND CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE THERE ARE LOOSE PIECES OF DASH THAT COULD BECOME AIR BORN IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. HAVE ALSO HEARD THIS CONDITION IS CAUSING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE POTENTIAL OF A FIRE. *JB

Sep 16, 2007 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM DASH IS CRACKED, STARTING TO SINK AND CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE THERE ARE LOOSE PIECES OF DASH THAT COULD BECOME AIR BORN IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. HAVE ALSO HEARD THIS CONDITION IS CAUSING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE POTENTIAL OF A FIRE. *JB

Sep 15, 2007 Tires

WE BOUGHT 4 BRAND NEW TIRES AND THEY SHAKE REALLY BAD WE TOOK THEM BACK TO THE STORE WE BOUGHT THEM FROM AND THEY RE-BALANCED THE TIRES SAYING THAT WAS ALL THEY COULD DO TO FIX THE PROBLEM BUT IT IS NOT FIXED AND NOW WE ARE STUCK WITH THESE TIRES THAT WE DON'T FEEL SAFE WITH. *JB

Sep 15, 2007 Tires

WE BOUGHT 4 BRAND NEW TIRES AND THEY SHAKE REALLY BAD WE TOOK THEM BACK TO THE STORE WE BOUGHT THEM FROM AND THEY RE-BALANCED THE TIRES SAYING THAT WAS ALL THEY COULD DO TO FIX THE PROBLEM BUT IT IS NOT FIXED AND NOW WE ARE STUCK WITH THESE TIRES THAT WE DON'T FEEL SAFE WITH. *JB

Sep 14, 2007 Fuel System, Diesel 30,000 mi

LOSS OF POWER WHILE ENTERING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC, CAUSING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC TO TAKE EVASIVE ACTIONS TO PREVENT COLLISIONS. FAILURE OF TRANSFER PUMP CAUSING FAILURE OF INJECTION PUMP ON NUMBEROUS OCCASIONS, THIS SHOULD BE RECALLED AT THE TIME OF THE LAST REPAIR THEIR WAS NO REPLACEMENT FOR TRANSFER P...

Sep 14, 2007 Fuel System, Other 30,000 mi

LOSS OF POWER WHILE ENTERING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC, CAUSING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC TO TAKE EVASIVE ACTIONS TO PREVENT COLLISIONS. FAILURE OF TRANSFER PUMP CAUSING FAILURE OF INJECTION PUMP ON NUMBEROUS OCCASIONS, THIS SHOULD BE RECALLED AT THE TIME OF THE LAST REPAIR THEIR WAS NO REPLACEMENT FOR TRANSFER P...

Sep 14, 2007 Fuel System, Diesel 30,000 mi

LOSS OF POWER WHILE ENTERING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC, CAUSING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC TO TAKE EVASIVE ACTIONS TO PREVENT COLLISIONS. FAILURE OF TRANSFER PUMP CAUSING FAILURE OF INJECTION PUMP ON NUMBEROUS OCCASIONS, THIS SHOULD BE RECALLED AT THE TIME OF THE LAST REPAIR THEIR WAS NO REPLACEMENT FOR TRANSFER P...

Sep 14, 2007 Fuel System, Other 30,000 mi

LOSS OF POWER WHILE ENTERING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC, CAUSING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC TO TAKE EVASIVE ACTIONS TO PREVENT COLLISIONS. FAILURE OF TRANSFER PUMP CAUSING FAILURE OF INJECTION PUMP ON NUMBEROUS OCCASIONS, THIS SHOULD BE RECALLED AT THE TIME OF THE LAST REPAIR THEIR WAS NO REPLACEMENT FOR TRANSFER P...

Sep 7, 2007 Structure 79,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING APART NOW HAS A HOLE IN IT. I'M AFRAID THE SUN WILL MELT THE WIRING AND POSSIBLY CAUSE THE AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY OR OTHER DAMAGE. *TR

Sep 7, 2007 Structure 79,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING APART NOW HAS A HOLE IN IT. I'M AFRAID THE SUN WILL MELT THE WIRING AND POSSIBLY CAUSE THE AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY OR OTHER DAMAGE. *TR

Aug 27, 2007 Unknown Or Other

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMALL CRACKS ON THE TOP PART OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, WHICH HAVE TURNED INTO LARGE HOLES. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 131,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Aug 27, 2007 Unknown Or Other

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMALL CRACKS ON THE TOP PART OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, WHICH HAVE TURNED INTO LARGE HOLES. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 131,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

Aug 21, 2007 Structure

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND FALLING OUT OF THE TRUCK. *TR

Aug 21, 2007 Structure

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND FALLING OUT OF THE TRUCK. *TR

Aug 17, 2007 Structure 50,000 mi

ANOTHER CRACKED DASH BOARD . DEALER SAID THEY HAVEN'T SEEN THIS BEFORE!! VARY LARGE CRACKS RUNNING FROM THE LEADING EDGE TO THE WINDSHIELD. *TR

Aug 17, 2007 Fuel System, Diesel 10,000 mi

FUEL TRANSFER PUMP REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. *TR

Aug 17, 2007 Structure 50,000 mi

ANOTHER CRACKED DASH BOARD . DEALER SAID THEY HAVEN'T SEEN THIS BEFORE!! VARY LARGE CRACKS RUNNING FROM THE LEADING EDGE TO THE WINDSHIELD. *TR

Aug 17, 2007 Fuel System, Diesel 10,000 mi

FUEL TRANSFER PUMP REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. *TR

Aug 16, 2007 Unknown Or Other

DODGE 2500 4X4 DIESEL TRUCK DASH IS CRACKED IN ABOUT 5 PLACES. IT IS GOING TO FALL THROUGH PRETTY SOON. I HAVE TAKEN CARE OF THE VEHICLE EXTREMELY WELL WITH SUN SHADES WHEN EVER I PARK IT. STILL THE DASH HAS CRACKED AND WILL BECOME A SAFETY HAZARD. DODGE SHOULD REPLACE THIS DASH WITH A PLASTIC O...

Aug 16, 2007 Interior Lighting

DODGE 2500 4X4 DIESEL TRUCK DASH IS CRACKED IN ABOUT 5 PLACES. IT IS GOING TO FALL THROUGH PRETTY SOON. I HAVE TAKEN CARE OF THE VEHICLE EXTREMELY WELL WITH SUN SHADES WHEN EVER I PARK IT. STILL THE DASH HAS CRACKED AND WILL BECOME A SAFETY HAZARD. DODGE SHOULD REPLACE THIS DASH WITH A PLASTIC O...

Aug 16, 2007 Unknown Or Other

DODGE 2500 4X4 DIESEL TRUCK DASH IS CRACKED IN ABOUT 5 PLACES. IT IS GOING TO FALL THROUGH PRETTY SOON. I HAVE TAKEN CARE OF THE VEHICLE EXTREMELY WELL WITH SUN SHADES WHEN EVER I PARK IT. STILL THE DASH HAS CRACKED AND WILL BECOME A SAFETY HAZARD. DODGE SHOULD REPLACE THIS DASH WITH A PLASTIC O...

Aug 16, 2007 Interior Lighting

DODGE 2500 4X4 DIESEL TRUCK DASH IS CRACKED IN ABOUT 5 PLACES. IT IS GOING TO FALL THROUGH PRETTY SOON. I HAVE TAKEN CARE OF THE VEHICLE EXTREMELY WELL WITH SUN SHADES WHEN EVER I PARK IT. STILL THE DASH HAS CRACKED AND WILL BECOME A SAFETY HAZARD. DODGE SHOULD REPLACE THIS DASH WITH A PLASTIC O...

Aug 13, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 99,151 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO LOSE POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE IS CALLED DEAD PEDAL, WHICH OCCURS WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED AGAINST THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER WHILE IN MOTION. THE DEA...

Aug 13, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 99,151 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO LOSE POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE IS CALLED DEAD PEDAL, WHICH OCCURS WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED AGAINST THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER WHILE IN MOTION. THE DEA...

Aug 5, 2007 Unknown Or Other 73,800 mi

DASH BOARD CRACKED LEADING TO A CRACK IN MY WINDSHIELD. I WENT OUT TO MY TRUCK ON THE 4TH OF JULY AND FOUND THAT MY WINDSHIELD HAD A CRACK IN IT, UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I FOUND THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED IN ABOUT 4 PLACES. I HAVE RECENTLY FOUND A NUMBER OF REPORTS ON THE INTERNET ABOUT DASHB...

Aug 5, 2007 Unknown Or Other 73,800 mi

DASH BOARD CRACKED LEADING TO A CRACK IN MY WINDSHIELD. I WENT OUT TO MY TRUCK ON THE 4TH OF JULY AND FOUND THAT MY WINDSHIELD HAD A CRACK IN IT, UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I FOUND THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED IN ABOUT 4 PLACES. I HAVE RECENTLY FOUND A NUMBER OF REPORTS ON THE INTERNET ABOUT DASHB...

Jul 31, 2007 Structure 95,000 mi

MY DASHBOARD IN MY 2001 2500 DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCK BEGAN TO CRACK. THIS CRACK CONTINUED TO GROW UNTIL FINALLY LARGE CHUNKS JUST COLLAPSED INTO THE INSIDE OF THE DASH. I KEEP MY TRUCK GARAGED MOST OF THE TIME SO THIS REALLY SHOCKED ME. I WORRY ABOUT PIECES FALLING INSIDE THAT MAY CAUSE OTHER PR...

Jul 31, 2007 Structure 95,000 mi

MY DASHBOARD IN MY 2001 2500 DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCK BEGAN TO CRACK. THIS CRACK CONTINUED TO GROW UNTIL FINALLY LARGE CHUNKS JUST COLLAPSED INTO THE INSIDE OF THE DASH. I KEEP MY TRUCK GARAGED MOST OF THE TIME SO THIS REALLY SHOCKED ME. I WORRY ABOUT PIECES FALLING INSIDE THAT MAY CAUSE OTHER PR...

Jul 30, 2007 Structure 65,000 mi

DASHBOARD STARTED CRACKING IN APRIL 07, NOW IT IS ACTUALLY BREAKING APART. WIRING IS NOW EXPOSED TO SUNLIGHT. THERE ARE LARGE HOLES FORMING IN THE DASH. GETS WORSE EVERYDAY. NOW IS BREAKING APART NEAR PASSENGER AIRBAG AREA. NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ON THE WEB FOR THIS PROBLEM. COULD LEAD TO SAFETY PROBL...

Jul 30, 2007 Wheels

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD A SLOW LEAK. *MC THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT ALL 4 RIMS WERE CRACKED. *JB

Jul 30, 2007 Structure 65,000 mi

DASHBOARD STARTED CRACKING IN APRIL 07, NOW IT IS ACTUALLY BREAKING APART. WIRING IS NOW EXPOSED TO SUNLIGHT. THERE ARE LARGE HOLES FORMING IN THE DASH. GETS WORSE EVERYDAY. NOW IS BREAKING APART NEAR PASSENGER AIRBAG AREA. NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ON THE WEB FOR THIS PROBLEM. COULD LEAD TO SAFETY PROBL...

Jul 30, 2007 Wheels

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD A SLOW LEAK. *MC THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT ALL 4 RIMS WERE CRACKED. *JB

Jul 15, 2007 Structure

LARGE MULTIPLE CRACKS IN DASHBOARD AND HOLES. *TR

Jul 15, 2007 Structure

LARGE MULTIPLE CRACKS IN DASHBOARD AND HOLES. *TR

Jul 14, 2007 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL/ --DASH BOARD FALLING APART, CRACKING ALL OVER AND LARGE HOLES IN IT. *TR

Jul 14, 2007 Structure

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL/ --DASH BOARD FALLING APART, CRACKING ALL OVER AND LARGE HOLES IN IT. *TR

Jul 13, 2007 Unknown Or Other 2,000 mi

WE PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. (CONSTRUCTION CO.) BY 2003 THE DASH WAS CRACKING. QUCIKLY FALLING APART WITH CHUNKS CAVING INWARD. EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS NO NEGLIGENCE ON OUR PART AND OBVIOUSLY A MANUFACTURER PROBLEM, THE DODGE DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT FIX IT FOR US. WE HAVE CALLED TH...

Jul 13, 2007 Unknown Or Other 2,000 mi

WE PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. (CONSTRUCTION CO.) BY 2003 THE DASH WAS CRACKING. QUCIKLY FALLING APART WITH CHUNKS CAVING INWARD. EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS NO NEGLIGENCE ON OUR PART AND OBVIOUSLY A MANUFACTURER PROBLEM, THE DODGE DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT FIX IT FOR US. WE HAVE CALLED TH...

Jul 4, 2007 Unknown Or Other 98,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM2500. THE DASH STARTED CRACKING JUST AS MY EXTENDED WARRANTY RAN OUT. NOW THE DASH HAS CRACKS ALL OVER IT AND SOME OF IT HAS FALLEN DOWN. I AM AWARE OF MANY, MANY OTHER DODGE TRUCKS MADE IN 2001 THAT ARE DOING THIS. EVENTUALLY THIS WILL LEAD TO ELECTRICAL FAILURES. DODGE SAYS T...

Jul 4, 2007 Unknown Or Other 98,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM2500. THE DASH STARTED CRACKING JUST AS MY EXTENDED WARRANTY RAN OUT. NOW THE DASH HAS CRACKS ALL OVER IT AND SOME OF IT HAS FALLEN DOWN. I AM AWARE OF MANY, MANY OTHER DODGE TRUCKS MADE IN 2001 THAT ARE DOING THIS. EVENTUALLY THIS WILL LEAD TO ELECTRICAL FAILURES. DODGE SAYS T...

Jul 1, 2007 Structure 150,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500, AND MY DASH IS FALLING IN. MY DASH STARTED CRACKING SEVERAL MONTHS AGO AND HAS RECENTLY STARTED FALLING TO PIECES WHICH ARE BEING LOST INSIDE THE DASH. WHEN I GOOGLED A REPLACEMENT DASH I FOUND COUNTLESS OTHERS WHO ARE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. LOCAL 6 NEWS OUT O...

Jul 1, 2007 Structure 150,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500, AND MY DASH IS FALLING IN. MY DASH STARTED CRACKING SEVERAL MONTHS AGO AND HAS RECENTLY STARTED FALLING TO PIECES WHICH ARE BEING LOST INSIDE THE DASH. WHEN I GOOGLED A REPLACEMENT DASH I FOUND COUNTLESS OTHERS WHO ARE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. LOCAL 6 NEWS OUT O...

Jun 28, 2007 Electrical System 34,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD ON THE 2001 DODGE RAM WITH 49,000 MILES HAD CRACKS ALL OVER IT. PIECES STARTED TO COME OFF. IT HAS NOT BEEN CONFIRMED YET, BUT I BELIEVED THIS WAS THE CAUSE OF THE SUBSTANCE ERRORS DUE TO WIRING UNDER THE DASH GETTING HOT. I AM EXTREMELY CONCERNED FOR SAFETY AND A POTENTIAL SH...

Jun 28, 2007 Structure 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Power Train 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Steering 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Power Train 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Electrical System 34,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD ON THE 2001 DODGE RAM WITH 49,000 MILES HAD CRACKS ALL OVER IT. PIECES STARTED TO COME OFF. IT HAS NOT BEEN CONFIRMED YET, BUT I BELIEVED THIS WAS THE CAUSE OF THE SUBSTANCE ERRORS DUE TO WIRING UNDER THE DASH GETTING HOT. I AM EXTREMELY CONCERNED FOR SAFETY AND A POTENTIAL SH...

Jun 28, 2007 Structure 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Power Train 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Steering 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 28, 2007 Power Train 100,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DASHBOARD CRACKING . TV INVESTIGATION SLOT SHOWN ON INTERNET. MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM - PURCHASED NEW DASHBOARD PANEL FROM DODGE DEALER $200. IN THE PAST YEAR HAVE FRONT AXLE SEALS, WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP , FUEL INJECTION PUMP AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FA...

Jun 26, 2007 Structure 95,900 mi

I WENT OUT TO MY TRUCK THE OTHER DAY AND NOTICED A LARGE CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD. I KNOW THAT THERE WERE COUNTLESS PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM AS MYSELF. THIS PROBLEM COULD POTENTAILLY CAUSE A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. IN AN ACCIDENT, THE AIRBAG COULD BE RIPPED BY THE FAILING DASHBOARD A...

Jun 26, 2007 Air Bags 95,900 mi

I WENT OUT TO MY TRUCK THE OTHER DAY AND NOTICED A LARGE CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD. I KNOW THAT THERE WERE COUNTLESS PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM AS MYSELF. THIS PROBLEM COULD POTENTAILLY CAUSE A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. IN AN ACCIDENT, THE AIRBAG COULD BE RIPPED BY THE FAILING DASHBOARD A...

Jun 26, 2007 Electrical System Fire 180,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 P/U QUAD CAB THAT CAUGHT ON FIRE AFTER I TURNED THE TRUCK OFF. THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL IN 2002, BUT I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED. CHRYSLER SENT OUT AN INSPECTOR AND THEY DENIED THE CLAIM. I WAS UNDER THE IMPRESSION THAT SAFETY RECALLS HAD TO BE LISTED ON REGISTRATION SO AS ...

Jun 26, 2007 Structure 95,900 mi

I WENT OUT TO MY TRUCK THE OTHER DAY AND NOTICED A LARGE CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD. I KNOW THAT THERE WERE COUNTLESS PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM AS MYSELF. THIS PROBLEM COULD POTENTAILLY CAUSE A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. IN AN ACCIDENT, THE AIRBAG COULD BE RIPPED BY THE FAILING DASHBOARD A...

Jun 26, 2007 Air Bags 95,900 mi

I WENT OUT TO MY TRUCK THE OTHER DAY AND NOTICED A LARGE CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD. I KNOW THAT THERE WERE COUNTLESS PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM AS MYSELF. THIS PROBLEM COULD POTENTAILLY CAUSE A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. IN AN ACCIDENT, THE AIRBAG COULD BE RIPPED BY THE FAILING DASHBOARD A...

Jun 26, 2007 Electrical System Fire 180,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 P/U QUAD CAB THAT CAUGHT ON FIRE AFTER I TURNED THE TRUCK OFF. THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL IN 2002, BUT I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED. CHRYSLER SENT OUT AN INSPECTOR AND THEY DENIED THE CLAIM. I WAS UNDER THE IMPRESSION THAT SAFETY RECALLS HAD TO BE LISTED ON REGISTRATION SO AS ...

Jun 16, 2007 Structure 33,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING, COLLAPSING, AND SPLINTERING. *AK

Jun 16, 2007 Structure 33,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING, COLLAPSING, AND SPLINTERING. *AK

Jun 10, 2007 Unknown Or Other

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP THAT THE DASH IS COLLAPSING IN ON ITSELF. NOW THE WIRING IS EXPOSED TO THE HARSH SUNLIGHT OF FLA. I KNOW THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH MANY OTHER 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUPS

Jun 10, 2007 Unknown Or Other

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP THAT THE DASH IS COLLAPSING IN ON ITSELF. NOW THE WIRING IS EXPOSED TO THE HARSH SUNLIGHT OF FLA. I KNOW THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH MANY OTHER 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUPS

Jun 6, 2007 Unknown Or Other 63,200 mi

THE DASHBOARD CRUMBLED AND COLLAPSED INTO ELECTRICAL AND AIRCONDITIONING EQUIPMENT.

Jun 6, 2007 Unknown Or Other 63,200 mi

THE DASHBOARD CRUMBLED AND COLLAPSED INTO ELECTRICAL AND AIRCONDITIONING EQUIPMENT.

May 26, 2007 Structure 55,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKED AND FELL OFF FIREWALL.BIG HOLES WHERE THE DASHBOARD NO LONGER EXISTED.*AK

May 26, 2007 Structure 55,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKED AND FELL OFF FIREWALL.BIG HOLES WHERE THE DASHBOARD NO LONGER EXISTED.*AK

May 21, 2007 Electrical System 29,482 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP SHOWS SEVERE CRACKS. FALLING PIECES HAVE BROKEN ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IN OTHER CASES. *AK

May 21, 2007 Electrical System 29,482 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP SHOWS SEVERE CRACKS. FALLING PIECES HAVE BROKEN ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IN OTHER CASES. *AK

May 12, 2007 Structure 79,250 mi

THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKING, VERY LARGE CRACKS RUNNING FROM THE WINDSHIELD TO THE FRONT OF THE DASHBOARD. *AK

May 12, 2007 Structure 79,250 mi

THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKING, VERY LARGE CRACKS RUNNING FROM THE WINDSHIELD TO THE FRONT OF THE DASHBOARD. *AK

May 11, 2007 Structure 130,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 WHERE THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED AND PIECES HAVE FALLEN INTO THE DASHBOARD. AT THIS TIME THE ONLY ELECTRICAL PROBLEM I HAVE EXPERIENCED WAS THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT ALWAYS WORK , BUT DID NOT KNOW IF THIS WAS A RESULT OF THE PIECES FALLING INTO THE DASHBOARD.

May 11, 2007 Structure 130,000 mi

I OWN A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 WHERE THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED AND PIECES HAVE FALLEN INTO THE DASHBOARD. AT THIS TIME THE ONLY ELECTRICAL PROBLEM I HAVE EXPERIENCED WAS THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT ALWAYS WORK , BUT DID NOT KNOW IF THIS WAS A RESULT OF THE PIECES FALLING INTO THE DASHBOARD.

May 9, 2007 Structure 35,000 mi

DASHBOARD HAS NUMEROUS LARGE CRACKS. TRUCK WAS WELL TAKEN CARE OF AND ONLY HAD 35000 MILES ON IT WHEN CRACKING STARTED. I AM WORRIED THAT THE DASHBOARD MY COLLAPSE WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE IS A 2001.5 DODGE RAM PICK UP. *AK

May 9, 2007 Structure 75,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING AND FALLING ON ELECTRICAL WIRE, SHORTING OUT THINGS, KEEPS BLOWING THE ABS FUSE. *AK

May 9, 2007 Electrical System 75,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING AND FALLING ON ELECTRICAL WIRE, SHORTING OUT THINGS, KEEPS BLOWING THE ABS FUSE. *AK

May 9, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING AND FALLING ON ELECTRICAL WIRE, SHORTING OUT THINGS, KEEPS BLOWING THE ABS FUSE. *AK

May 9, 2007 Structure 35,000 mi

DASHBOARD HAS NUMEROUS LARGE CRACKS. TRUCK WAS WELL TAKEN CARE OF AND ONLY HAD 35000 MILES ON IT WHEN CRACKING STARTED. I AM WORRIED THAT THE DASHBOARD MY COLLAPSE WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE IS A 2001.5 DODGE RAM PICK UP. *AK

May 9, 2007 Structure 75,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING AND FALLING ON ELECTRICAL WIRE, SHORTING OUT THINGS, KEEPS BLOWING THE ABS FUSE. *AK

May 9, 2007 Electrical System 75,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING AND FALLING ON ELECTRICAL WIRE, SHORTING OUT THINGS, KEEPS BLOWING THE ABS FUSE. *AK

May 9, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

DASHBOARD CRACKING AND FALLING ON ELECTRICAL WIRE, SHORTING OUT THINGS, KEEPS BLOWING THE ABS FUSE. *AK

May 7, 2007 Structure 65,000 mi

AS PART OF A NEWS REPORT IN FLORIDA ON 2001 DODGE RAM DASHBOARDS I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT. I KNOW OF 3 PEOPLE ,NOT INCLUDING MY SELF THAT HAVE THESE TRUCKS, AND ALL OF THEM ARE IN VARIOUS STAGES OF FAILURE, FROM MINOR CRACKS IN MY TRUCK TO A DASHBOARD THAT WAS COMPLETELY FALLING APART IN A FRIE...

May 7, 2007 Structure 140,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND CAVING IN ON THE 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP. *AK

May 7, 2007 Structure 65,000 mi

AS PART OF A NEWS REPORT IN FLORIDA ON 2001 DODGE RAM DASHBOARDS I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT. I KNOW OF 3 PEOPLE ,NOT INCLUDING MY SELF THAT HAVE THESE TRUCKS, AND ALL OF THEM ARE IN VARIOUS STAGES OF FAILURE, FROM MINOR CRACKS IN MY TRUCK TO A DASHBOARD THAT WAS COMPLETELY FALLING APART IN A FRIE...

May 7, 2007 Structure 140,000 mi

DASHBOARD IS CRACKING AND CAVING IN ON THE 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP. *AK

May 6, 2007 Structure

DODGE RAM 2001 - CRACKED DASHBOARD *TR

May 6, 2007 Structure

DODGE RAM 2001 - CRACKED DASHBOARD *TR

May 3, 2007 Unknown Or Other

THE DASH IS SEVERELY CRACKED. THIS IS HAPPENING TO SEVERAL DODGE RAM'S OF THE 2001 YEAR THAT I KNOW OF. IT IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF THE BROKEN DASH FALLING DOWNWARD AND POSSIBLY DAMAGING WIRING, OR EVEN GETTING STUCK ON THE GAS PEDAL, POTENTIALLY CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. ...

May 3, 2007 Unknown Or Other 77,296 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM AND THE DASHBOARD HAS MANY CRACKS IN IT. MY LOCAL NEWS HAD A STORY ON THE MANY OTHER DODGE RAMS THAT HAVE SIMILAR PROBLEMS. SOME EVEN SAY IT HAS LED TO ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. I HAVE NOT HAD ANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS YET, BUT AM CONCERNED IT MAY LEAD TO THAT. *JB

May 3, 2007 Unknown Or Other

THE DASH IS SEVERELY CRACKED. THIS IS HAPPENING TO SEVERAL DODGE RAM'S OF THE 2001 YEAR THAT I KNOW OF. IT IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF THE BROKEN DASH FALLING DOWNWARD AND POSSIBLY DAMAGING WIRING, OR EVEN GETTING STUCK ON THE GAS PEDAL, POTENTIALLY CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. ...

May 3, 2007 Unknown Or Other 77,296 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM AND THE DASHBOARD HAS MANY CRACKS IN IT. MY LOCAL NEWS HAD A STORY ON THE MANY OTHER DODGE RAMS THAT HAVE SIMILAR PROBLEMS. SOME EVEN SAY IT HAS LED TO ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. I HAVE NOT HAD ANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS YET, BUT AM CONCERNED IT MAY LEAD TO THAT. *JB

May 2, 2007 Structure 140,000 mi

I OWN 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCK THAT DASHBOARD IS CRACKED AND HUGE HOLES IN IT. *TR

May 2, 2007 Structure 140,000 mi

I OWN 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCK THAT DASHBOARD IS CRACKED AND HUGE HOLES IN IT. *TR

May 1, 2007 Structure 50,000 mi

DASH BOARD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM HAS CRACKED. *TR

May 1, 2007 Structure

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 AND MY DASHBOARD HAS SHATTERED. I NOW HAVE A LARGE HOLE IN MY DASH. I CALLED DODGE AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD DO NOTHING. SEVERAL OF MY FRIENDS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AND ONE OF THEM HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS FROM THIS, HER HEADLIGHTS DON'T WORK SOMETIMES. *TR

May 1, 2007 Structure 117,000 mi

CRACK IN DASH AS REPORTED BY OTHERS. 2001 DODGE RAM *TR

May 1, 2007 Structure 50,000 mi

DASH BOARD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM HAS CRACKED. *TR

May 1, 2007 Structure

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 AND MY DASHBOARD HAS SHATTERED. I NOW HAVE A LARGE HOLE IN MY DASH. I CALLED DODGE AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD DO NOTHING. SEVERAL OF MY FRIENDS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AND ONE OF THEM HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS FROM THIS, HER HEADLIGHTS DON'T WORK SOMETIMES. *TR

May 1, 2007 Structure 117,000 mi

CRACK IN DASH AS REPORTED BY OTHERS. 2001 DODGE RAM *TR

Apr 15, 2007 Power Train 40,000 mi

I OWNED A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 5.9L DIESEL 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION FOR A TIME UNTIL I HAD THE PROBLEM I AM REFERRING TO ABOUT THE VEHICLE. THE TRUCK REFUSED TO SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR ANYTIME I WENT TO TAKE OFF, AND SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THE PRESSURE PLATE...

Apr 15, 2007 Power Train 40,000 mi

I OWNED A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 5.9L DIESEL 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION FOR A TIME UNTIL I HAD THE PROBLEM I AM REFERRING TO ABOUT THE VEHICLE. THE TRUCK REFUSED TO SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR ANYTIME I WENT TO TAKE OFF, AND SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THE PRESSURE PLATE...

Mar 20, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 61,916 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FUEL TRANSFER PUMP LOCATED AND BOLTED ON THE SIDE OF THE ENGINE ABOVE THE STARTER WAS LEAKING DIESEL FUEL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 61916. THE DEALER ALSO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THEY NO LONGER MAKE THAT TYPE OF PUMP. THE CON...

Mar 20, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 61,916 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FUEL TRANSFER PUMP LOCATED AND BOLTED ON THE SIDE OF THE ENGINE ABOVE THE STARTER WAS LEAKING DIESEL FUEL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 61916. THE DEALER ALSO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THEY NO LONGER MAKE THAT TYPE OF PUMP. THE CON...

Mar 14, 2007 Steering 25,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 REG CAB LONG BED PICKUP. VEHICLE HAS 26,000 ORIGINAL MILES AND AFTER MAJOR FRONT END REPAIRS( UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, STABILIZER BAR LINKS, STABILIZER SHOCK AND BOTH WHEEL BEARINGS) FOR STEERING PROBLEMS, THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. THE TRUCK IS ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLE AND WANDE...

Mar 14, 2007 Suspension 25,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 REG CAB LONG BED PICKUP. VEHICLE HAS 26,000 ORIGINAL MILES AND AFTER MAJOR FRONT END REPAIRS( UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, STABILIZER BAR LINKS, STABILIZER SHOCK AND BOTH WHEEL BEARINGS) FOR STEERING PROBLEMS, THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. THE TRUCK IS ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLE AND WANDE...

Mar 14, 2007 Steering 25,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 REG CAB LONG BED PICKUP. VEHICLE HAS 26,000 ORIGINAL MILES AND AFTER MAJOR FRONT END REPAIRS( UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, STABILIZER BAR LINKS, STABILIZER SHOCK AND BOTH WHEEL BEARINGS) FOR STEERING PROBLEMS, THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. THE TRUCK IS ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLE AND WANDE...

Mar 14, 2007 Suspension 25,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 REG CAB LONG BED PICKUP. VEHICLE HAS 26,000 ORIGINAL MILES AND AFTER MAJOR FRONT END REPAIRS( UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, STABILIZER BAR LINKS, STABILIZER SHOCK AND BOTH WHEEL BEARINGS) FOR STEERING PROBLEMS, THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. THE TRUCK IS ALMOST UNCONTROLLABLE AND WANDE...

Mar 7, 2007 Parking Brake Crash 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A HILL WITH THE ENGINE ON, 30 SECONDS AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE IT ROLLED BACKWARDS AND CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE PARKING BRAKE WAS NOT ENGAGED. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE CLEAR. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHIC...

Mar 7, 2007 Parking Brake Crash 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A HILL WITH THE ENGINE ON, 30 SECONDS AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE IT ROLLED BACKWARDS AND CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE PARKING BRAKE WAS NOT ENGAGED. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE CLEAR. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHIC...

Nov 30, 2006 Fuel System, Diesel

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 INJECTION AND TRANSFER PUMP WAS REPLACED. *TS AT THE TIME OF REPAIR THE TECHNICIAN DID NOT INSTALL THE RETROFIT TRANSFER PUMP, INSTEAD HE PUT IN A CHEAPER PUMP. AT THE TIME THE MILEAGE WAS 47810. A LITTLE OVER A YEAR LATER THE LED LIGHT FOR THE FUEL PRESSURE ILLUMINATED. THE...

Nov 30, 2006 Fuel System, Diesel

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 INJECTION AND TRANSFER PUMP WAS REPLACED. *TS AT THE TIME OF REPAIR THE TECHNICIAN DID NOT INSTALL THE RETROFIT TRANSFER PUMP, INSTEAD HE PUT IN A CHEAPER PUMP. AT THE TIME THE MILEAGE WAS 47810. A LITTLE OVER A YEAR LATER THE LED LIGHT FOR THE FUEL PRESSURE ILLUMINATED. THE...

Oct 31, 2006 Wheels 126,000 mi

I FILED A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA RECENTLY AND HAVE NOT HEARD BACK FROM YOU. I DID NOT WRITE THE NUMBER DOWN SO I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT AGAIN. MY HUSBAND HAS A 2001 DODGE DIESEL THAT WE BOUGHT IN 2002. WE WENT TO PUT NEW TIRES ON THE TRUCK AND TOTTEN TIRE WOULD NOT LET US LEAVE WITH THE TRUCK WITHO...

Oct 31, 2006 Wheels 126,000 mi

I FILED A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA RECENTLY AND HAVE NOT HEARD BACK FROM YOU. I DID NOT WRITE THE NUMBER DOWN SO I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT AGAIN. MY HUSBAND HAS A 2001 DODGE DIESEL THAT WE BOUGHT IN 2002. WE WENT TO PUT NEW TIRES ON THE TRUCK AND TOTTEN TIRE WOULD NOT LET US LEAVE WITH THE TRUCK WITHO...

Oct 19, 2006 Exterior Lighting 143,000 mi

THE HEADLIGHTS ON MY TRUCK REPEATEDLY GO OUT. INITIALLY THIS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN I SWITCHED FROM HIGH TO LOW BEAM. WAITING A COUPLE SECONDS THEN SWITCHING BACK TO HIGH AND THEN TO LOW WILL ALLOW ME TO USE LOW BEAM. HOWEVER, RECENTLY THEY HAVE FAILED TO COME ONE AT ALL AND GONE OUT WITHOUT ANY CHAN...

Oct 19, 2006 Exterior Lighting 143,000 mi

THE HEADLIGHTS ON MY TRUCK REPEATEDLY GO OUT. INITIALLY THIS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN I SWITCHED FROM HIGH TO LOW BEAM. WAITING A COUPLE SECONDS THEN SWITCHING BACK TO HIGH AND THEN TO LOW WILL ALLOW ME TO USE LOW BEAM. HOWEVER, RECENTLY THEY HAVE FAILED TO COME ONE AT ALL AND GONE OUT WITHOUT ANY CHAN...

Sep 13, 2006 Steering 100,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT 5 MPH, THE POWER STEERING LOCKED UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHERE THE POWER STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING RACK HAD FAILED. UPDATED 10/25/06. *JB

Sep 13, 2006 Steering 100,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT 5 MPH, THE POWER STEERING LOCKED UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHERE THE POWER STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING RACK HAD FAILED. UPDATED 10/25/06. *JB

Aug 25, 2006 Suspension 38,686 mi

MY TRUCK ONLY HAS 39K MILES AND WAS HAVING SEVERE ISSUES WITH STEERING WOBBLE AND STEERING WANDERING. THE STEERING STABILIZER AND TRACK BAR WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER BUT STILLS HAS PLAY IN THE STEERING. ALTHOUGH NOT CURRENTLY UNDER WARRANTY THESE PARTS SHOULD NOT FAIL AT 39K MILES OF HIGHWAY DRIV...

Aug 25, 2006 Suspension 38,686 mi

MY TRUCK ONLY HAS 39K MILES AND WAS HAVING SEVERE ISSUES WITH STEERING WOBBLE AND STEERING WANDERING. THE STEERING STABILIZER AND TRACK BAR WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER BUT STILLS HAS PLAY IN THE STEERING. ALTHOUGH NOT CURRENTLY UNDER WARRANTY THESE PARTS SHOULD NOT FAIL AT 39K MILES OF HIGHWAY DRIV...

Aug 3, 2006 Unknown Or Other 32,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB ALL FOUR (4) DOORS RUSTING OUT VEHICLE HAD 32,000 MILES WHEN FIRST NOTICED BUT WAS OUT OF FACTORY WARRANTY DEALER SAID IT WOULD COST ABOUT $6-9,000 TO REPAIR CONTACTED MANUFACTURER THEY SAID DEALER HAS A GOOD FAITH REPAIR ACCOUNT, DEALER SAID NO NOW ONE YEAR LATER TRUCK LOOKS...

Aug 3, 2006 Unknown Or Other 32,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB ALL FOUR (4) DOORS RUSTING OUT VEHICLE HAD 32,000 MILES WHEN FIRST NOTICED BUT WAS OUT OF FACTORY WARRANTY DEALER SAID IT WOULD COST ABOUT $6-9,000 TO REPAIR CONTACTED MANUFACTURER THEY SAID DEALER HAS A GOOD FAITH REPAIR ACCOUNT, DEALER SAID NO NOW ONE YEAR LATER TRUCK LOOKS...

Jul 11, 2006 Suspension

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BALL JOINTS ARE WORN THEREFORE THE VEHICLE CANNOT PASS THE STATE INSPECTION. THE DEALER ALERTED THE CONTACT THAT VEHICLES OF THE YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH THE BALL JOINTS. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED CONCERN ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE IN REGARD...

Jul 11, 2006 Suspension

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BALL JOINTS ARE WORN THEREFORE THE VEHICLE CANNOT PASS THE STATE INSPECTION. THE DEALER ALERTED THE CONTACT THAT VEHICLES OF THE YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH THE BALL JOINTS. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED CONCERN ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE IN REGARD...

Jun 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 4,000 mi

MY BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE FAILED FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM. I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AT CHRYSLER AND IN BOTH CASES THE REPRESENTATIVE REFUSED TO ASSIST ME. I EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES FAIL FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM 3/4 TON TRUCK. THEY SAID MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED AND THAT I ...

Jun 27, 2006 Steering 4,000 mi

MY BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE FAILED FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM. I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AT CHRYSLER AND IN BOTH CASES THE REPRESENTATIVE REFUSED TO ASSIST ME. I EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES FAIL FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM 3/4 TON TRUCK. THEY SAID MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED AND THAT I ...

Jun 27, 2006 Equipment 4,000 mi

MY BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE FAILED FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM. I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AT CHRYSLER AND IN BOTH CASES THE REPRESENTATIVE REFUSED TO ASSIST ME. I EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES FAIL FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM 3/4 TON TRUCK. THEY SAID MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED AND THAT I ...

Jun 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 4,000 mi

MY BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE FAILED FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM. I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AT CHRYSLER AND IN BOTH CASES THE REPRESENTATIVE REFUSED TO ASSIST ME. I EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES FAIL FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM 3/4 TON TRUCK. THEY SAID MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED AND THAT I ...

Jun 27, 2006 Steering 4,000 mi

MY BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE FAILED FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM. I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AT CHRYSLER AND IN BOTH CASES THE REPRESENTATIVE REFUSED TO ASSIST ME. I EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES FAIL FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM 3/4 TON TRUCK. THEY SAID MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED AND THAT I ...

Jun 27, 2006 Equipment 4,000 mi

MY BRAKES AND STEERING HAVE FAILED FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM. I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AT CHRYSLER AND IN BOTH CASES THE REPRESENTATIVE REFUSED TO ASSIST ME. I EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES FAIL FOUR TIMES ON MY DODGE RAM 3/4 TON TRUCK. THEY SAID MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED AND THAT I ...

Jun 3, 2006 Structure 36,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY 01 DODGE RAM STARTED CRACKING AT 37K MILES AND IS NOW ABOUT TO COMPLETELY FALL IN. DODGE SAID IT WAS NOT THERE PROBLEM. *NM

Jun 3, 2006 Structure 36,000 mi

THE DASH ON MY 01 DODGE RAM STARTED CRACKING AT 37K MILES AND IS NOW ABOUT TO COMPLETELY FALL IN. DODGE SAID IT WAS NOT THERE PROBLEM. *NM

May 24, 2006 Air Bags 74,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE DRIVER SIDE FENDER WAS DAMAGED. AFTER THE INCIDENT, THE ABS SYSTEM, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE IS A...

May 24, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 74,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE DRIVER SIDE FENDER WAS DAMAGED. AFTER THE INCIDENT, THE ABS SYSTEM, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE IS A...

May 24, 2006 Air Bags 74,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE DRIVER SIDE FENDER WAS DAMAGED. AFTER THE INCIDENT, THE ABS SYSTEM, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE IS A...

May 24, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 74,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE DRIVER SIDE FENDER WAS DAMAGED. AFTER THE INCIDENT, THE ABS SYSTEM, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE IS A...

May 3, 2006 Trailer Hitches 103,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE BACKING THE VEHICLE WITH A UTILITY TRAILER IN TOW, THE TRAILER HITCH BRACKET FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. UPON INITIAL INSPECTION, THE HITCH BRACKET WAS FRACTURED IN SEVERAL AREAS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER DETERMINED THE TRAILER H...

May 3, 2006 Trailer Hitches 103,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE BACKING THE VEHICLE WITH A UTILITY TRAILER IN TOW, THE TRAILER HITCH BRACKET FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. UPON INITIAL INSPECTION, THE HITCH BRACKET WAS FRACTURED IN SEVERAL AREAS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER DETERMINED THE TRAILER H...

Apr 13, 2006 Fuel System, Other 100,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE FUEL AND INJECTOR PUMPS WERE REPLACED.

Apr 13, 2006 Fuel System, Other 100,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE FUEL AND INJECTOR PUMPS WERE REPLACED.

Apr 4, 2006 Power Train

DODGE 2500 RAM P U - FAULTY TRANSMISSION STAYING IN GEAR. *NM

Apr 4, 2006 Power Train

DODGE 2500 RAM P U - FAULTY TRANSMISSION STAYING IN GEAR. *NM

Mar 27, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 86,128 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THE LIFT PUMP FAILED AND CAUSED THE INJECTOR PUMP TO FAIL ALSO. THE COMPONENTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED EACH TIME, BUT CONTINUE TO FAIL.

Mar 27, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 86,128 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THE LIFT PUMP FAILED AND CAUSED THE INJECTOR PUMP TO FAIL ALSO. THE COMPONENTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED EACH TIME, BUT CONTINUE TO FAIL.

Mar 16, 2006 Structure 54,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE PERFORMING REPAIR WORK, IT WAS NOTICED, THAT THE FRAME WAS NOT WELDED PROPERLY. THERE HAS BEEN NO ATTEMPT TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER OR DEALER CONCERNING THE PROBLEM.

Mar 16, 2006 Structure 54,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE PERFORMING REPAIR WORK, IT WAS NOTICED, THAT THE FRAME WAS NOT WELDED PROPERLY. THERE HAS BEEN NO ATTEMPT TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER OR DEALER CONCERNING THE PROBLEM.

Feb 23, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE ENGINE STARTED SPUTTERING AND SMOKING RESULTING IN A LOSS OF POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE INJECTION PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, WHICH NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. ALSO, THE MECHANIC...

Feb 23, 2006 Suspension 80,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE ENGINE STARTED SPUTTERING AND SMOKING RESULTING IN A LOSS OF POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE INJECTION PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, WHICH NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. ALSO, THE MECHANIC...

Feb 23, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE ENGINE STARTED SPUTTERING AND SMOKING RESULTING IN A LOSS OF POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE INJECTION PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, WHICH NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. ALSO, THE MECHANIC...

Feb 23, 2006 Suspension 80,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE ENGINE STARTED SPUTTERING AND SMOKING RESULTING IN A LOSS OF POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE INJECTION PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, WHICH NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. ALSO, THE MECHANIC...

Feb 13, 2006 Power Train 15 mi

WHEN TRUCK IS PULLING CAMPING TRAILER WHEN WEATHER IS HOT THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT UP SHIFT UNTIL MOTOR IS AT VERY HIGH RPM GETTING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS. MAKING THIS VERY DANGEROUS TO DO. SOME TIMES TAKES A 1/4 MILE TO GET TO 55 MPH IG ON SMALL HILL IF BIG LONGER TIME AND DISTANCE. I HAVE 2001 25...

Feb 13, 2006 Power Train 15 mi

WHEN TRUCK IS PULLING CAMPING TRAILER WHEN WEATHER IS HOT THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT UP SHIFT UNTIL MOTOR IS AT VERY HIGH RPM GETTING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS. MAKING THIS VERY DANGEROUS TO DO. SOME TIMES TAKES A 1/4 MILE TO GET TO 55 MPH IG ON SMALL HILL IF BIG LONGER TIME AND DISTANCE. I HAVE 2001 25...

Jan 1, 2006 Structure 98,000 mi

SEVERAL LARGE CRACKS ON DASH AREA OF 2001 DODGE 3500 PICKUP. *NM

Jan 1, 2006 Structure 98,000 mi

SEVERAL LARGE CRACKS ON DASH AREA OF 2001 DODGE 3500 PICKUP. *NM

Nov 25, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 101,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT REPLACED THE ACCELERATOR POSITION SENSOR TWICE. WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, AND THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE IDLED, BUT HE HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED THE VEHICLE HAD ABOUT 50,000 MILES ON IT. AT APPROXIMATELY...

Nov 25, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 101,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT REPLACED THE ACCELERATOR POSITION SENSOR TWICE. WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, AND THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE IDLED, BUT HE HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED THE VEHICLE HAD ABOUT 50,000 MILES ON IT. AT APPROXIMATELY...

Nov 20, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

DIESEL ENGINE LOOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS WHILE ACCELERATING. WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE ACCELERATOR, NOTHING HAPPENS. TAKES A MINUTE BEFORE IT RECOVERS AND YOU CAN ACCELERATE AGAIN. I TOW A 5TH WHEEL RV WHICH MAKES MORE DANGEROUS. HAPPENED ON THE INTERSTATE ONCE WHILE TRYING TO PASS...

Nov 20, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

DIESEL ENGINE LOOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS WHILE ACCELERATING. WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE ACCELERATOR, NOTHING HAPPENS. TAKES A MINUTE BEFORE IT RECOVERS AND YOU CAN ACCELERATE AGAIN. I TOW A 5TH WHEEL RV WHICH MAKES MORE DANGEROUS. HAPPENED ON THE INTERSTATE ONCE WHILE TRYING TO PASS...

Oct 11, 2005 Tires 85,300 mi

WHILE TOWING A TRAILER AT APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH (SPEED LIMIT) ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 10 WEST BETWEEN WILCOX, AZ AND BENSON, AZ, THE LEFT REAR TIRE TREAD SEPARATED. AS A CONSEQUENCE, THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE DEVELOPED A FLAT SPOT RENDERING IT UNUSABLE. THE SEPARATED TREAD CAUSED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO TH...

Oct 11, 2005 Tires 85,300 mi

WHILE TOWING A TRAILER AT APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH (SPEED LIMIT) ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 10 WEST BETWEEN WILCOX, AZ AND BENSON, AZ, THE LEFT REAR TIRE TREAD SEPARATED. AS A CONSEQUENCE, THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE DEVELOPED A FLAT SPOT RENDERING IT UNUSABLE. THE SEPARATED TREAD CAUSED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO TH...

Oct 5, 2005 Unknown Or Other

MY DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART. IT STARTED WITH A SMALL CRACK AND KNOW A CHUNK HAS FALLEN OUT. I HAVE E-MAILED DODGE, BUT THEY ARE NOT WILLING TO HELP. I AM CONCERNED THAT THE DAMAGED DASHBOARD COULD CAUSE PROBLEMS FOR OR WITH THE AIRBAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. DAIMLER CHRYSLER'S REFERENCE NUMBER ...

Oct 5, 2005 Unknown Or Other

MY DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART. IT STARTED WITH A SMALL CRACK AND KNOW A CHUNK HAS FALLEN OUT. I HAVE E-MAILED DODGE, BUT THEY ARE NOT WILLING TO HELP. I AM CONCERNED THAT THE DAMAGED DASHBOARD COULD CAUSE PROBLEMS FOR OR WITH THE AIRBAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. DAIMLER CHRYSLER'S REFERENCE NUMBER ...

Sep 27, 2005 Tires

DURING EVACUATION OF VEHICLES PRIOR TO HURRICANE RITA TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT STAFF WERE PROCEEDING NORTHBOUND ON I-59 NEAR EDNA, TEXAS, IN A 2001 DODGE 3/4-TON 4X4 WITH BRIDGESTONE DUELER MT TIRES WHEN A LOUD EXPLOSION WAS HEARD AND A LARGE PIECE OF TREAD FLEW FROM THE LEFT REAR OF THE ...

Sep 27, 2005 Tires

DURING EVACUATION OF VEHICLES PRIOR TO HURRICANE RITA TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT STAFF WERE PROCEEDING NORTHBOUND ON I-59 NEAR EDNA, TEXAS, IN A 2001 DODGE 3/4-TON 4X4 WITH BRIDGESTONE DUELER MT TIRES WHEN A LOUD EXPLOSION WAS HEARD AND A LARGE PIECE OF TREAD FLEW FROM THE LEFT REAR OF THE ...

Sep 6, 2005 Tires

I BOUGHT SOME NEW TOYO M-55 TIRES LESS THAN A MONTH AGO. THESE TIRES ARE OUT OF ROUND AND BOUNCE AND VIBRATE HORRIBLY EVEN THOUGH THEY HAVE BEEN BALANCED TWICE. ALSO THEY HANDLE TERRIBLE TO THE POINT WHERE ONE COULD LOSE CONTROL OR FLIP A VEHICLE. THE TIRES FEEL LIKE RADIAL TIRES ON ONE END AND BIAS...

Sep 6, 2005 Tires

I BOUGHT SOME NEW TOYO M-55 TIRES LESS THAN A MONTH AGO. THESE TIRES ARE OUT OF ROUND AND BOUNCE AND VIBRATE HORRIBLY EVEN THOUGH THEY HAVE BEEN BALANCED TWICE. ALSO THEY HANDLE TERRIBLE TO THE POINT WHERE ONE COULD LOSE CONTROL OR FLIP A VEHICLE. THE TIRES FEEL LIKE RADIAL TIRES ON ONE END AND BIAS...

Aug 30, 2005 Power Train 48,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL ENGINE. THE VEHICLE ACTED AS IF IT WAS RUNNING OUT OF FUEL, BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. IF THE TEMPERATURE RANGE WAS OVER 100 DEGREES THEN THIS WAS WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURRED. THE PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 190-195 DEGREES TH...

Aug 30, 2005 Fuel System, Diesel 48,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL ENGINE. THE VEHICLE ACTED AS IF IT WAS RUNNING OUT OF FUEL, BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. IF THE TEMPERATURE RANGE WAS OVER 100 DEGREES THEN THIS WAS WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURRED. THE PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 190-195 DEGREES TH...

Aug 30, 2005 Power Train 48,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL ENGINE. THE VEHICLE ACTED AS IF IT WAS RUNNING OUT OF FUEL, BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. IF THE TEMPERATURE RANGE WAS OVER 100 DEGREES THEN THIS WAS WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURRED. THE PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 190-195 DEGREES TH...

Aug 30, 2005 Fuel System, Diesel 48,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL ENGINE. THE VEHICLE ACTED AS IF IT WAS RUNNING OUT OF FUEL, BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. IF THE TEMPERATURE RANGE WAS OVER 100 DEGREES THEN THIS WAS WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURRED. THE PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 190-195 DEGREES TH...

Aug 29, 2005 Structure 65,000 mi

MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 QUAD CAB TRUCK HAS DEVELOPED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE TO THE DASHBOARD. THERE ARE SEVERAL CRACKS REACHING FROM THE WINDSHIELD TO THE FRONT OF THE DASH. THERE ARE ALSO PIECES OF THE DASH THAT HAVE BROKEN LOOSE FROM THE DASHBOARD ITSELF. THESE RANGE IN SIZE FROM 1-6 INCH PIECES. I HAV...

Aug 29, 2005 Structure 65,000 mi

MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 QUAD CAB TRUCK HAS DEVELOPED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE TO THE DASHBOARD. THERE ARE SEVERAL CRACKS REACHING FROM THE WINDSHIELD TO THE FRONT OF THE DASH. THERE ARE ALSO PIECES OF THE DASH THAT HAVE BROKEN LOOSE FROM THE DASHBOARD ITSELF. THESE RANGE IN SIZE FROM 1-6 INCH PIECES. I HAV...

Aug 26, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 117,724 mi

DT: THE FUEL PUMP FAILED , AND THE CALLER WAS TOLD THAT PART WAS ON A NATIONWIDE BACK ORDER. HE WAS WAITING FOR 2 WEEKS TO GET THE FUEL PUMP. HE WAS TOLD BY THE MANUFACTURER TO FILE A COMPLAINT ON HOW LONG HE HAD TO WAIT FOR THE PART. CURRENTLY, HE HAS HIS FUEL PUMP. THE CALLER SAID THAT THE BACKO...

Aug 26, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 117,724 mi

DT: THE FUEL PUMP FAILED , AND THE CALLER WAS TOLD THAT PART WAS ON A NATIONWIDE BACK ORDER. HE WAS WAITING FOR 2 WEEKS TO GET THE FUEL PUMP. HE WAS TOLD BY THE MANUFACTURER TO FILE A COMPLAINT ON HOW LONG HE HAD TO WAIT FOR THE PART. CURRENTLY, HE HAS HIS FUEL PUMP. THE CALLER SAID THAT THE BACKO...

Aug 17, 2005 Equipment

THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM HAS BEEN A MAJOR PROBLEM AFTER THE FIRST YEAR I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. IT DID NOT COOL. IT WAS REPAIRED WITH A NEW EVAPORATOR ON 8/16/02. IT WAS AGAIN REPAIRED ON 4/3/03 WITH ANOTHER NEW EVAPORATOR. THE NEXT YEAR IT DID NOT WORK AND IT WAS AGAIN REPAIRED WITH A NEW EV...

Aug 17, 2005 Equipment

THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM HAS BEEN A MAJOR PROBLEM AFTER THE FIRST YEAR I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. IT DID NOT COOL. IT WAS REPAIRED WITH A NEW EVAPORATOR ON 8/16/02. IT WAS AGAIN REPAIRED ON 4/3/03 WITH ANOTHER NEW EVAPORATOR. THE NEXT YEAR IT DID NOT WORK AND IT WAS AGAIN REPAIRED WITH A NEW EV...

Aug 5, 2005 Steering 80,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE 2500 CUMMINS DIESEL 4X4 THAT I TAKE IMMACULATE CARE OF, AND HAVE THE SERVICE RECORDS TO PROVE IT. I BACKED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE THIS WEEK WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I REALIZE I HAVE NO STEERING. I LOOKED UNDER MY TRUCK AT THE STEERING LINKAGE TO SEE WHAT WAS GOING ON AND THE STEERI...

Aug 5, 2005 Steering 80,000 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE 2500 CUMMINS DIESEL 4X4 THAT I TAKE IMMACULATE CARE OF, AND HAVE THE SERVICE RECORDS TO PROVE IT. I BACKED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE THIS WEEK WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I REALIZE I HAVE NO STEERING. I LOOKED UNDER MY TRUCK AT THE STEERING LINKAGE TO SEE WHAT WAS GOING ON AND THE STEERI...

Jul 7, 2005 Steering Crash 171,000 mi

DT: CONSUMER WAS DRIVING EARLY IN THE MORNING WITH A FULLY LOADED TRAILER WHEN HE LOST STEERING CONTROL AND WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE LEFT THE ROAD AND WENT RIGHT THROUGH A FENCE CAUSING LOTS OF DAMAGE TOTHE VEHICLE AND DESTROYING THE FENCE. VEHICLE WAS STILL RUNNING WHEN CONSUME...

Jul 7, 2005 Steering Crash 171,000 mi

DT: CONSUMER WAS DRIVING EARLY IN THE MORNING WITH A FULLY LOADED TRAILER WHEN HE LOST STEERING CONTROL AND WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE LEFT THE ROAD AND WENT RIGHT THROUGH A FENCE CAUSING LOTS OF DAMAGE TOTHE VEHICLE AND DESTROYING THE FENCE. VEHICLE WAS STILL RUNNING WHEN CONSUME...

Jun 29, 2005 Fuel System, Diesel 89,000 mi

WITH APROX. 89,000 MILES ON THE TRUCK I EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER DURING NORMAL OPERATIONS. REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL FILTER FIXED THE PROBLEM FOR A SHORT PERIODS OF TIME. THOUGHT THE PROBLEM WAS BAD FUEL. AS IT TURNED OUT IT WAS MY TRANSFER PUMP GETTING WEAK. THIS INTURN, DUE TO LOW JUEL PRESSURE, CA...

Jun 29, 2005 Fuel System, Diesel 89,000 mi

WITH APROX. 89,000 MILES ON THE TRUCK I EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER DURING NORMAL OPERATIONS. REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL FILTER FIXED THE PROBLEM FOR A SHORT PERIODS OF TIME. THOUGHT THE PROBLEM WAS BAD FUEL. AS IT TURNED OUT IT WAS MY TRANSFER PUMP GETTING WEAK. THIS INTURN, DUE TO LOW JUEL PRESSURE, CA...

Jun 28, 2005 Suspension 40,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS DUE TO WEAR.*AK THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 40000 MILES WHEN THE BALL JOINT FAILED. *NM

Jun 28, 2005 Suspension 40,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS DUE TO WEAR.*AK THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 40000 MILES WHEN THE BALL JOINT FAILED. *NM

Jun 28, 2005 Suspension 40,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS DUE TO WEAR.*AK THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 40000 MILES WHEN THE BALL JOINT FAILED. *NM

Jun 28, 2005 Suspension 40,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS DUE TO WEAR.*AK THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 40000 MILES WHEN THE BALL JOINT FAILED. *NM

Jun 27, 2005 Power Train 40,000 mi

JUST AFTER THE POWER TRAIN WARRENTY WAS UP THE TRANS STARTED TO SLIP. I CHECK FLUID. IT WAS OKAY. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REBUILT THE TRANS AT MY COST OF 2500. IT STILL DIDN'T SHIFT RIGHT. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME IT WAS FINE. LAST YEAR I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANS REBUILT AGAIN AT 2500. I...

Jun 27, 2005 Suspension 40,000 mi

JUST AFTER THE POWER TRAIN WARRENTY WAS UP THE TRANS STARTED TO SLIP. I CHECK FLUID. IT WAS OKAY. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REBUILT THE TRANS AT MY COST OF 2500. IT STILL DIDN'T SHIFT RIGHT. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME IT WAS FINE. LAST YEAR I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANS REBUILT AGAIN AT 2500. I...

Jun 27, 2005 Power Train 40,000 mi

JUST AFTER THE POWER TRAIN WARRENTY WAS UP THE TRANS STARTED TO SLIP. I CHECK FLUID. IT WAS OKAY. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REBUILT THE TRANS AT MY COST OF 2500. IT STILL DIDN'T SHIFT RIGHT. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME IT WAS FINE. LAST YEAR I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANS REBUILT AGAIN AT 2500. I...

Jun 27, 2005 Suspension 40,000 mi

JUST AFTER THE POWER TRAIN WARRENTY WAS UP THE TRANS STARTED TO SLIP. I CHECK FLUID. IT WAS OKAY. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REBUILT THE TRANS AT MY COST OF 2500. IT STILL DIDN'T SHIFT RIGHT. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME IT WAS FINE. LAST YEAR I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANS REBUILT AGAIN AT 2500. I...

Jun 14, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

(1) FRONT BRAKES GRAB ON ONE SIDE, VEHICLE SWERVES TO ONE SIDE AND JERKS TO STOP (2) BRAKE HOSE INTO CALIPERS "CALLAPSED". BREAK PADS WEAR PREMATURELY, ROTORS OVERHEAT. LOSS OF BRAKING ON AFFECTED SIDE. (3) BRAKE HOSE, CALIPERS, PADS, AND ROTORS REPLACED. INSIDENT OCCURRED ON LEFT SIDE AFTE...

Jun 14, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

(1) FRONT BRAKES GRAB ON ONE SIDE, VEHICLE SWERVES TO ONE SIDE AND JERKS TO STOP (2) BRAKE HOSE INTO CALIPERS "CALLAPSED". BREAK PADS WEAR PREMATURELY, ROTORS OVERHEAT. LOSS OF BRAKING ON AFFECTED SIDE. (3) BRAKE HOSE, CALIPERS, PADS, AND ROTORS REPLACED. INSIDENT OCCURRED ON LEFT SIDE AFTE...

May 23, 2005 Wheels 80,000 mi

THE CONSUMER IS EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH THE RIMS. THE RIMS ARE CRACKING WHERE THE BEAD OF THE TIRE MEETS THE RIM. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER AND NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. *JB *SC

May 23, 2005 Wheels 80,000 mi

THE CONSUMER IS EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH THE RIMS. THE RIMS ARE CRACKING WHERE THE BEAD OF THE TIRE MEETS THE RIM. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER AND NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. *JB *SC

May 13, 2005 Fuel System, Diesel 107,000 mi

THE FUEL LIFT PUMP FAILED WHILE PASSING A VEHICLE, AND WAS ALMOST HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. VEHICLE FAILED WHEN PASSING OTHER CARS OR HEAVY ACCELERATION.*AK *BF *NM

May 13, 2005 Fuel System, Diesel 107,000 mi

THE FUEL LIFT PUMP FAILED WHILE PASSING A VEHICLE, AND WAS ALMOST HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. VEHICLE FAILED WHEN PASSING OTHER CARS OR HEAVY ACCELERATION.*AK *BF *NM

Apr 26, 2005 Fuel System, Other 32,787 mi

1. THE FIRST INCIDENT, MAY 11,2000 WAS A RECALL FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSFER PUMP DUE TO PREMATURE INTERNAL ARMATURE SHAFT BUSHING WEAR. THIS WAS A RECALL BY DODGE. THE SECOND INCIDENT OCCURRED AUGUST 24,2004. 2. THE FAILURE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO RUN EXTREMELY ROUGH, AND MAKES THE VEHICLE W...

Apr 26, 2005 Equipment 32,787 mi

1. THE FIRST INCIDENT, MAY 11,2000 WAS A RECALL FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSFER PUMP DUE TO PREMATURE INTERNAL ARMATURE SHAFT BUSHING WEAR. THIS WAS A RECALL BY DODGE. THE SECOND INCIDENT OCCURRED AUGUST 24,2004. 2. THE FAILURE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO RUN EXTREMELY ROUGH, AND MAKES THE VEHICLE W...

Apr 26, 2005 Fuel System, Other 32,787 mi

1. THE FIRST INCIDENT, MAY 11,2000 WAS A RECALL FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSFER PUMP DUE TO PREMATURE INTERNAL ARMATURE SHAFT BUSHING WEAR. THIS WAS A RECALL BY DODGE. THE SECOND INCIDENT OCCURRED AUGUST 24,2004. 2. THE FAILURE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO RUN EXTREMELY ROUGH, AND MAKES THE VEHICLE W...

Apr 26, 2005 Equipment 32,787 mi

1. THE FIRST INCIDENT, MAY 11,2000 WAS A RECALL FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE TRANSFER PUMP DUE TO PREMATURE INTERNAL ARMATURE SHAFT BUSHING WEAR. THIS WAS A RECALL BY DODGE. THE SECOND INCIDENT OCCURRED AUGUST 24,2004. 2. THE FAILURE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO RUN EXTREMELY ROUGH, AND MAKES THE VEHICLE W...

Apr 24, 2005 Fuel System, Other 68,561 mi

REPEATED FAILURES OF DODGE COMMINS DIESEL FUEL LIFT PUMPS AND INJECTION PUMPS MAY LEAD TO ENGINE STOPPAGE AND LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKES. DODGE WILL NOT ADDRESS THESE PROBLEMS ON 1998 TO 2002 DIESEL ENGINES. *JB

Apr 24, 2005 Fuel System, Other 68,561 mi

REPEATED FAILURES OF DODGE COMMINS DIESEL FUEL LIFT PUMPS AND INJECTION PUMPS MAY LEAD TO ENGINE STOPPAGE AND LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKES. DODGE WILL NOT ADDRESS THESE PROBLEMS ON 1998 TO 2002 DIESEL ENGINES. *JB

Apr 6, 2005 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH VEHICLE STARTED TO PULLING TO ONE SIDE. HAD STOPPED VEHICLE, CHECKED OUT TIRES AND NOTICED THAT RIGHT FRONT TIRE WAS LOSING AIR, LIKE A SLOW LEAK. PUT AIR IN TIRE AND STARTED DRIVING, BUT TIRE CONTINUED TO LEAK. ARRIVED HOME, TOOK CLOSER LOOK, AND DISCOVERED THAT ALUMINUM...

Apr 6, 2005 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH VEHICLE STARTED TO PULLING TO ONE SIDE. HAD STOPPED VEHICLE, CHECKED OUT TIRES AND NOTICED THAT RIGHT FRONT TIRE WAS LOSING AIR, LIKE A SLOW LEAK. PUT AIR IN TIRE AND STARTED DRIVING, BUT TIRE CONTINUED TO LEAK. ARRIVED HOME, TOOK CLOSER LOOK, AND DISCOVERED THAT ALUMINUM...

Apr 5, 2005 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED DRIVER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT, AND THE VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT STEERING COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Apr 5, 2005 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED DRIVER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT, AND THE VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT STEERING COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 28, 2005 Unknown Or Other 30,000 mi

I REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE TO FIX A FLAT. IT WAS THE ORIGINAL SPARE AND HAD NEVER BEEN USED BEFORE. AFTER HAVING TIRE REPAIRED I TRIED TO RETURN THE SPARE TO IT'S STOW AREA UNDER THE BED BUT THE WINCH WOULD NOT LIFT IT. IT WILL WORK WHEN THE CABLE DOES NOT HAVE WEIGHT ON IT BUT IT WILL NOT LIFT THE SP...

Mar 28, 2005 Tires 30,000 mi

I REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE TO FIX A FLAT. IT WAS THE ORIGINAL SPARE AND HAD NEVER BEEN USED BEFORE. AFTER HAVING TIRE REPAIRED I TRIED TO RETURN THE SPARE TO IT'S STOW AREA UNDER THE BED BUT THE WINCH WOULD NOT LIFT IT. IT WILL WORK WHEN THE CABLE DOES NOT HAVE WEIGHT ON IT BUT IT WILL NOT LIFT THE SP...

Mar 28, 2005 Unknown Or Other 30,000 mi

I REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE TO FIX A FLAT. IT WAS THE ORIGINAL SPARE AND HAD NEVER BEEN USED BEFORE. AFTER HAVING TIRE REPAIRED I TRIED TO RETURN THE SPARE TO IT'S STOW AREA UNDER THE BED BUT THE WINCH WOULD NOT LIFT IT. IT WILL WORK WHEN THE CABLE DOES NOT HAVE WEIGHT ON IT BUT IT WILL NOT LIFT THE SP...

Mar 28, 2005 Tires 30,000 mi

I REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE TO FIX A FLAT. IT WAS THE ORIGINAL SPARE AND HAD NEVER BEEN USED BEFORE. AFTER HAVING TIRE REPAIRED I TRIED TO RETURN THE SPARE TO IT'S STOW AREA UNDER THE BED BUT THE WINCH WOULD NOT LIFT IT. IT WILL WORK WHEN THE CABLE DOES NOT HAVE WEIGHT ON IT BUT IT WILL NOT LIFT THE SP...

Mar 18, 2005 Steering

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED HE WAS CONSTANTLY OVERCORRECTING THE VEHICLE LEFT AND RIGHT. THE CONSUMER HAD MANY ALIGNMENTS DONE BUT TO NO AVAIL. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT ALL THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO RUST...

Mar 18, 2005 Suspension

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED HE WAS CONSTANTLY OVERCORRECTING THE VEHICLE LEFT AND RIGHT. THE CONSUMER HAD MANY ALIGNMENTS DONE BUT TO NO AVAIL. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT ALL THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO RUST...

Mar 18, 2005 Steering

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED HE WAS CONSTANTLY OVERCORRECTING THE VEHICLE LEFT AND RIGHT. THE CONSUMER HAD MANY ALIGNMENTS DONE BUT TO NO AVAIL. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT ALL THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO RUST...

Mar 18, 2005 Suspension

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED HE WAS CONSTANTLY OVERCORRECTING THE VEHICLE LEFT AND RIGHT. THE CONSUMER HAD MANY ALIGNMENTS DONE BUT TO NO AVAIL. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT ALL THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO RUST...

Mar 14, 2005 Steering

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE TAKING A 2 MILE DRIVE, HE NOTICE HE HAD TO CONSTANTLY OVERCORRECT TO THE LEFT AND THEN THE RIGHT. THE DEALER REPLACED SEVERAL COMPONETS ON THE VEHICLE TO TRY AND RESOLVE THE STEERING PROB...

Mar 14, 2005 Suspension

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE TAKING A 2 MILE DRIVE, HE NOTICE HE HAD TO CONSTANTLY OVERCORRECT TO THE LEFT AND THEN THE RIGHT. THE DEALER REPLACED SEVERAL COMPONETS ON THE VEHICLE TO TRY AND RESOLVE THE STEERING PROB...

Mar 14, 2005 Steering

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE TAKING A 2 MILE DRIVE, HE NOTICE HE HAD TO CONSTANTLY OVERCORRECT TO THE LEFT AND THEN THE RIGHT. THE DEALER REPLACED SEVERAL COMPONETS ON THE VEHICLE TO TRY AND RESOLVE THE STEERING PROB...

Mar 14, 2005 Suspension

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE TAKING A 2 MILE DRIVE, HE NOTICE HE HAD TO CONSTANTLY OVERCORRECT TO THE LEFT AND THEN THE RIGHT. THE DEALER REPLACED SEVERAL COMPONETS ON THE VEHICLE TO TRY AND RESOLVE THE STEERING PROB...

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 68,000 mi

FRONT END VIBRATION, AND VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION. THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE DEFECTIVE.*AK *TC

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 68,000 mi

FRONT END VIBRATION, AND VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION. THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE DEFECTIVE.*AK *TC

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 68,000 mi

FRONT END VIBRATION, AND VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION. THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE DEFECTIVE.*AK *TC

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 68,000 mi

FRONT END VIBRATION, AND VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION. THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE DEFECTIVE.*AK *TC

Feb 23, 2005 Suspension 45,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATES AT 45,000 MILES THE FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Feb 23, 2005 Suspension 45,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATES AT 45,000 MILES THE FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Feb 23, 2005 Suspension 45,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATES AT 45,000 MILES THE FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Feb 23, 2005 Suspension 45,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATES AT 45,000 MILES THE FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Feb 2, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 41,966 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. REMOVED LEFT REAR BRAKE CALIPER DUE TO A SQWEAK THAT COULD BE HEARD AT LOW SPEED. ONE BRAKE PAD HAD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM THE METAL BACKING. WHEN INSPECTING OTHER 3 BRAKES, AT LEAST ONE PAD IN EACH CALIPER SHOWS SIGNS OF BEGINNING TO SEPARATE. PADS HAVE A MINIMUM OF 1/2" OF...

Feb 2, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 41,966 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. REMOVED LEFT REAR BRAKE CALIPER DUE TO A SQWEAK THAT COULD BE HEARD AT LOW SPEED. ONE BRAKE PAD HAD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM THE METAL BACKING. WHEN INSPECTING OTHER 3 BRAKES, AT LEAST ONE PAD IN EACH CALIPER SHOWS SIGNS OF BEGINNING TO SEPARATE. PADS HAVE A MINIMUM OF 1/2" OF...

Jan 16, 2005 Suspension

WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS PULLING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE'S CLUTCH FAILED. *NM THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SENDER UNIT FOR THE FUEL WAS NOT WORKING AND NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE BALL JOINTS WENT OUT ALONG WITH THE CLUTCH. AT THE 200 MILE MARK THE ROD WHICH WHEN PUSHED ACTIVATES THE CL...

Jan 16, 2005 Power Train

WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS PULLING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE'S CLUTCH FAILED. *NM THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SENDER UNIT FOR THE FUEL WAS NOT WORKING AND NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE BALL JOINTS WENT OUT ALONG WITH THE CLUTCH. AT THE 200 MILE MARK THE ROD WHICH WHEN PUSHED ACTIVATES THE CL...

Jan 16, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS PULLING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE'S CLUTCH FAILED. *NM THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SENDER UNIT FOR THE FUEL WAS NOT WORKING AND NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE BALL JOINTS WENT OUT ALONG WITH THE CLUTCH. AT THE 200 MILE MARK THE ROD WHICH WHEN PUSHED ACTIVATES THE CL...

Jan 16, 2005 Suspension

WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS PULLING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE'S CLUTCH FAILED. *NM THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SENDER UNIT FOR THE FUEL WAS NOT WORKING AND NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE BALL JOINTS WENT OUT ALONG WITH THE CLUTCH. AT THE 200 MILE MARK THE ROD WHICH WHEN PUSHED ACTIVATES THE CL...

Jan 16, 2005 Power Train

WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS PULLING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE'S CLUTCH FAILED. *NM THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SENDER UNIT FOR THE FUEL WAS NOT WORKING AND NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE BALL JOINTS WENT OUT ALONG WITH THE CLUTCH. AT THE 200 MILE MARK THE ROD WHICH WHEN PUSHED ACTIVATES THE CL...

Jan 16, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS PULLING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE'S CLUTCH FAILED. *NM THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SENDER UNIT FOR THE FUEL WAS NOT WORKING AND NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. THE BALL JOINTS WENT OUT ALONG WITH THE CLUTCH. AT THE 200 MILE MARK THE ROD WHICH WHEN PUSHED ACTIVATES THE CL...

Jan 4, 2005 Power Train

COMPLAINT RECEIVED VIA E-MAIL. AS I STARTED A 215 MILE TRIP TO BOULDER CO NOTICED SOME TYPE OF FASTENER ON THE FLOOR BOARD. AT THE 200 MILE MARK THE ROD WHICH WHEN PUSHED ACTIVATES THE CLUTCH WENT OUT! THANKFULLY, I WAS ABLE TO EASE THE TRUCK TO THE RIGHT LANE, MADE AN ILLEGAL RIGHT TURN AT THE LI...

Jan 4, 2005 Power Train

COMPLAINT RECEIVED VIA E-MAIL. AS I STARTED A 215 MILE TRIP TO BOULDER CO NOTICED SOME TYPE OF FASTENER ON THE FLOOR BOARD. AT THE 200 MILE MARK THE ROD WHICH WHEN PUSHED ACTIVATES THE CLUTCH WENT OUT! THANKFULLY, I WAS ABLE TO EASE THE TRUCK TO THE RIGHT LANE, MADE AN ILLEGAL RIGHT TURN AT THE LI...

Jan 3, 2005 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A BODY SHOP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH FRONTAL UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jan 3, 2005 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A BODY SHOP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH FRONTAL UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jan 3, 2005 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A BODY SHOP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH FRONTAL UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jan 3, 2005 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A BODY SHOP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH FRONTAL UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Dec 23, 2004 Steering

THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS ALSO THE POWER ASSIST FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE CONSUMER HAD NO STEERING AND NO BRAKES. *SC *JB

Dec 23, 2004 Steering

THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS ALSO THE POWER ASSIST FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE CONSUMER HAD NO STEERING AND NO BRAKES. *SC *JB

Dec 16, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 110,000 mi

FAN BLADE CLUTCH BROKE AND ASSEMBLY CAME OFF AND CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO RADIATOR, SHROUD, HOSES, PULLIES, BELT AND FAN BLADE. ALL ITEMS HAD TO BE REPLACE AND TOTAL COST OF REPAIR IS $1200.00. *AK

Dec 16, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 110,000 mi

FAN BLADE CLUTCH BROKE AND ASSEMBLY CAME OFF AND CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO RADIATOR, SHROUD, HOSES, PULLIES, BELT AND FAN BLADE. ALL ITEMS HAD TO BE REPLACE AND TOTAL COST OF REPAIR IS $1200.00. *AK

Dec 15, 2004 Suspension 126,353 mi

1. STEREING WHEEL WOULD NOT CENTER UP, VEHICLE DROVE STRAIGHT. DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL TO COMPENSATE FOR TORQUE, NO WARRANTY REPAIR, TOOK TO A SUSPENSION SHOP FOR REPAIR $ 1200.00 (SEE DETAILS BELOW). 2. TRANSMISSION SHUDDERED IN TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK UP. DELAER FOUND NO PROBLEMS WITH TRANSM...

Dec 15, 2004 Power Train 126,353 mi

1. STEREING WHEEL WOULD NOT CENTER UP, VEHICLE DROVE STRAIGHT. DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL TO COMPENSATE FOR TORQUE, NO WARRANTY REPAIR, TOOK TO A SUSPENSION SHOP FOR REPAIR $ 1200.00 (SEE DETAILS BELOW). 2. TRANSMISSION SHUDDERED IN TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK UP. DELAER FOUND NO PROBLEMS WITH TRANSM...

Dec 15, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 126,353 mi

1. STEREING WHEEL WOULD NOT CENTER UP, VEHICLE DROVE STRAIGHT. DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL TO COMPENSATE FOR TORQUE, NO WARRANTY REPAIR, TOOK TO A SUSPENSION SHOP FOR REPAIR $ 1200.00 (SEE DETAILS BELOW). 2. TRANSMISSION SHUDDERED IN TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK UP. DELAER FOUND NO PROBLEMS WITH TRANSM...

Dec 15, 2004 Suspension 126,353 mi

1. STEREING WHEEL WOULD NOT CENTER UP, VEHICLE DROVE STRAIGHT. DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL TO COMPENSATE FOR TORQUE, NO WARRANTY REPAIR, TOOK TO A SUSPENSION SHOP FOR REPAIR $ 1200.00 (SEE DETAILS BELOW). 2. TRANSMISSION SHUDDERED IN TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK UP. DELAER FOUND NO PROBLEMS WITH TRANSM...

Dec 15, 2004 Power Train 126,353 mi

1. STEREING WHEEL WOULD NOT CENTER UP, VEHICLE DROVE STRAIGHT. DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL TO COMPENSATE FOR TORQUE, NO WARRANTY REPAIR, TOOK TO A SUSPENSION SHOP FOR REPAIR $ 1200.00 (SEE DETAILS BELOW). 2. TRANSMISSION SHUDDERED IN TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK UP. DELAER FOUND NO PROBLEMS WITH TRANSM...

Dec 15, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 126,353 mi

1. STEREING WHEEL WOULD NOT CENTER UP, VEHICLE DROVE STRAIGHT. DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL TO COMPENSATE FOR TORQUE, NO WARRANTY REPAIR, TOOK TO A SUSPENSION SHOP FOR REPAIR $ 1200.00 (SEE DETAILS BELOW). 2. TRANSMISSION SHUDDERED IN TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK UP. DELAER FOUND NO PROBLEMS WITH TRANSM...

Dec 13, 2004 Suspension 85,000 mi

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WORN OUT AND NEED REPLACING. TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN USED OFF ROAD AND MOST MILES ARE HIGHWAY MILES. DEALER SUGGESTED I CONTACT DODGE BUT WHEN I DID THEY REFUSED ANY HELP. LATER THAT EVENING ISAW AN ARTICLE IN THE PAPER ABOUT DODGE HAVING BALL JOINT RECALLS ON DURANGOS AN...

Dec 13, 2004 Steering 85,000 mi

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WORN OUT AND NEED REPLACING. TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN USED OFF ROAD AND MOST MILES ARE HIGHWAY MILES. DEALER SUGGESTED I CONTACT DODGE BUT WHEN I DID THEY REFUSED ANY HELP. LATER THAT EVENING ISAW AN ARTICLE IN THE PAPER ABOUT DODGE HAVING BALL JOINT RECALLS ON DURANGOS AN...

Dec 13, 2004 Suspension 85,000 mi

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WORN OUT AND NEED REPLACING. TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN USED OFF ROAD AND MOST MILES ARE HIGHWAY MILES. DEALER SUGGESTED I CONTACT DODGE BUT WHEN I DID THEY REFUSED ANY HELP. LATER THAT EVENING ISAW AN ARTICLE IN THE PAPER ABOUT DODGE HAVING BALL JOINT RECALLS ON DURANGOS AN...

Dec 13, 2004 Steering 85,000 mi

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WORN OUT AND NEED REPLACING. TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN USED OFF ROAD AND MOST MILES ARE HIGHWAY MILES. DEALER SUGGESTED I CONTACT DODGE BUT WHEN I DID THEY REFUSED ANY HELP. LATER THAT EVENING ISAW AN ARTICLE IN THE PAPER ABOUT DODGE HAVING BALL JOINT RECALLS ON DURANGOS AN...

Dec 8, 2004 Power Train 41,857 mi

AT 41,857 MILES, MY 2001 DODGE CUMMINS DIESEL 3/4 TON 4X4 PICKUP TRUCK BEGAN TO LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY. I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW ON MAY 24, 2000 AND HAVE HAD DIFFICULTY WITH THE STIFF, RIGID GEARS AND CLUTCH EVER SINCE. I COMPLAINED BUT TO NO AVAIL. I WAS TOLD THAT DUE TO THE TORQUE, IT WAS "NO...

Dec 8, 2004 Power Train 41,857 mi

AT 41,857 MILES, MY 2001 DODGE CUMMINS DIESEL 3/4 TON 4X4 PICKUP TRUCK BEGAN TO LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY. I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW ON MAY 24, 2000 AND HAVE HAD DIFFICULTY WITH THE STIFF, RIGID GEARS AND CLUTCH EVER SINCE. I COMPLAINED BUT TO NO AVAIL. I WAS TOLD THAT DUE TO THE TORQUE, IT WAS "NO...

Nov 28, 2004 Electronic Stability Control 67,980 mi

I HAD A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED SHAKING OF THE FRONT END OF MY TRUCK. I NEARLY RAN OFF THE ROAD INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I HAVE NEWER BALANCED TIRES, AND HAVE NOT ALTERED ANY COMPONENTS EXCEPT FOR UPDATED SHOCK. WHILE THE SHAKING OCCURRED AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE STEERING AT...

Nov 28, 2004 Electronic Stability Control 67,980 mi

I HAD A SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED SHAKING OF THE FRONT END OF MY TRUCK. I NEARLY RAN OFF THE ROAD INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I HAVE NEWER BALANCED TIRES, AND HAVE NOT ALTERED ANY COMPONENTS EXCEPT FOR UPDATED SHOCK. WHILE THE SHAKING OCCURRED AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE STEERING AT...

Nov 3, 2004 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SPARE TIRE CABLE BROKE WITHOUT WARNING, WHICH CAUSED THE SPARE TIRE TO RELEASE FROM THE VEHICLE. *JB *SC

Nov 3, 2004 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SPARE TIRE CABLE BROKE WITHOUT WARNING, WHICH CAUSED THE SPARE TIRE TO RELEASE FROM THE VEHICLE. *JB *SC

Oct 28, 2004 Wheels

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT ALLOY RIMS ON 2001 DODGE 2500 VEHICLE. *BF ONE OF THE VEHICLE'S RIM CRACKED RELEASING THE AIR IN THE TIRE. *NM

Oct 28, 2004 Steering

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD STEER IN THE DIRECTION OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. *JB

Oct 28, 2004 Wheels

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT ALLOY RIMS ON 2001 DODGE 2500 VEHICLE. *BF ONE OF THE VEHICLE'S RIM CRACKED RELEASING THE AIR IN THE TIRE. *NM

Oct 28, 2004 Steering

DODGE RAM 2500 SERIES 2001, NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE STEERING MECHANISMS. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD STEER IN THE DIRECTION OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. *JB

Oct 15, 2004 Steering 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, SUDDENLY THE TRUCK STARTS DRIFTING FROM SIDE TO SIDE, WITHOUT WARNING. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE SHAFT THAT COMES OUT OF THE STEERING BOX IS LOSE WHERE THE BEARING IS WEARING OUT. *NM

Oct 15, 2004 Steering 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, SUDDENLY THE TRUCK STARTS DRIFTING FROM SIDE TO SIDE, WITHOUT WARNING. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE SHAFT THAT COMES OUT OF THE STEERING BOX IS LOSE WHERE THE BEARING IS WEARING OUT. *NM

Oct 5, 2004 Power Train 39,000 mi

MY 2001 DODGE RAM STARTED STALLING OUT SO I CALLED FOR AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE CENSOR CHECKED OUT. THEY SAID THAT WASN'T IT - IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION ITSELF AND THEY WOULD HAVE TO DROP THE PAN, THAT WAS FINE UNTIL THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS AT LEAST A 1/2 INCH OF SHAVINGS IN THE PAN AND THAT THEY HA...

Oct 5, 2004 Power Train 39,000 mi

MY 2001 DODGE RAM STARTED STALLING OUT SO I CALLED FOR AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE CENSOR CHECKED OUT. THEY SAID THAT WASN'T IT - IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION ITSELF AND THEY WOULD HAVE TO DROP THE PAN, THAT WAS FINE UNTIL THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS AT LEAST A 1/2 INCH OF SHAVINGS IN THE PAN AND THAT THEY HA...

Sep 10, 2004 Wheels 68,000 mi

THE TIRES KEPT LOSING AIR. WHEN A TIRE REPAIR SHOP REPLACED THE TIRES THEY NOTICED THAT BEAD ON THE EDGE OF ALL FOUR RIMS CRACKED IN 6 PLACES, AND WILL NOT HOLD AIR. THERE WAS NO SIGN OF IMPACT DAMAGE. DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED, BUT PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE BECAUSE WARRANTY EXPIRED. *AK

Sep 10, 2004 Wheels 68,000 mi

THE TIRES KEPT LOSING AIR. WHEN A TIRE REPAIR SHOP REPLACED THE TIRES THEY NOTICED THAT BEAD ON THE EDGE OF ALL FOUR RIMS CRACKED IN 6 PLACES, AND WILL NOT HOLD AIR. THERE WAS NO SIGN OF IMPACT DAMAGE. DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED, BUT PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE BECAUSE WARRANTY EXPIRED. *AK

Sep 8, 2004 Steering

WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE WAS HARD COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS HARD TO TURN. HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH FRONTAL TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE GREASED. *AK

Sep 8, 2004 Steering

WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE WAS HARD COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS HARD TO TURN. HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH FRONTAL TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE GREASED. *AK

Sep 1, 2004 Exterior Lighting 65,500 mi

THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT IN MY 2001 DODGE RAM DIESEL 2500. I HAD MY BRIGHT LIGHTS ON AND AS A VEHICLE APPROACHED I DIMMED MY LIGHTS. THE LIGHTS WENT OFF INSTEAD OF DIMMING. I INSTINCTIVELY SWITCHED MY BRIGHT LIGHTS BACK ON AND THEY CAME ON. WHEN I WENT TO DIM THEM AGAIN THE ...

Sep 1, 2004 Exterior Lighting 65,500 mi

THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT IN MY 2001 DODGE RAM DIESEL 2500. I HAD MY BRIGHT LIGHTS ON AND AS A VEHICLE APPROACHED I DIMMED MY LIGHTS. THE LIGHTS WENT OFF INSTEAD OF DIMMING. I INSTINCTIVELY SWITCHED MY BRIGHT LIGHTS BACK ON AND THEY CAME ON. WHEN I WENT TO DIM THEM AGAIN THE ...

Aug 24, 2004 Tires 77,000 mi

FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT TIRE P265/75R16 114S ON A 2001 DODGE RAM CREW CAB 4WD VEHICLE - TREAD CAME OFF OF TIRE AT 55 MPH.*AK

Aug 24, 2004 Tires 77,000 mi

FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT TIRE P265/75R16 114S ON A 2001 DODGE RAM CREW CAB 4WD VEHICLE - TREAD CAME OFF OF TIRE AT 55 MPH.*AK

Aug 5, 2004 Structure 78,000 mi

ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO THE DASH ON MY 2001 DODGE 2500 PICK UP SPLIT APART OVER THE PASSENGER AIR BAG AND THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT, THEN TODAY THE DASH SPLIT APART OVER THE DRIVER SIDE GAGES. DODGE SAID THIS IS NOT A DEFECT BUT I BELIEVE THIS IS A FLAW IN THE MATERIA AND THE FORMATION OF THE DASH. PLEASE ...

Aug 5, 2004 Structure 78,000 mi

ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO THE DASH ON MY 2001 DODGE 2500 PICK UP SPLIT APART OVER THE PASSENGER AIR BAG AND THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT, THEN TODAY THE DASH SPLIT APART OVER THE DRIVER SIDE GAGES. DODGE SAID THIS IS NOT A DEFECT BUT I BELIEVE THIS IS A FLAW IN THE MATERIA AND THE FORMATION OF THE DASH. PLEASE ...

Jul 14, 2004 Steering 37,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT STEERING. VEHICLE HAD A 5 1/2 INCH SLACK/PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED OF 50 MPH OR MORE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP, AND HAD THE TRACK BAR REPLACED, BUT THE PROBLEM RECURRED. *AK *TC

Jul 14, 2004 Steering 37,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT STEERING. VEHICLE HAD A 5 1/2 INCH SLACK/PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED OF 50 MPH OR MORE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP, AND HAD THE TRACK BAR REPLACED, BUT THE PROBLEM RECURRED. *AK *TC

Jun 25, 2004 Power Train

WHEN ACCELERATING THE VEHICLE JERKED. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHCILE TO THE DEALERSHIP WHO DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSON FAILED.*AK *NM

Jun 25, 2004 Power Train

WHEN ACCELERATING THE VEHICLE JERKED. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHCILE TO THE DEALERSHIP WHO DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSON FAILED.*AK *NM

Jun 23, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 38,126 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT SMOKED WAS COMING FROM THE REAR. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE FUEL INJECTOR NEEDED REPLACING DUE TO CLEANING SEN...

Jun 23, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 38,126 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT SMOKED WAS COMING FROM THE REAR. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE FUEL INJECTOR NEEDED REPLACING DUE TO CLEANING SEN...

Jun 12, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUP TRUCK. THE CRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTIONS IN THREE WAYS. 1) IT WILL TURN ITSELF ON AND START TO ACCELERATE. 2) IT WILL RESUME ON ITS OWN AFTER BEING TAPPPED OUT WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL. 3) IT HAS TURNED ITSELF OFF. UNDER SOME CIRCUMSTANCES, EITHER OF THOSE THREE MALFUNC...

Jun 12, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 30,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUP TRUCK. THE CRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTIONS IN THREE WAYS. 1) IT WILL TURN ITSELF ON AND START TO ACCELERATE. 2) IT WILL RESUME ON ITS OWN AFTER BEING TAPPPED OUT WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL. 3) IT HAS TURNED ITSELF OFF. UNDER SOME CIRCUMSTANCES, EITHER OF THOSE THREE MALFUNC...

May 11, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE HIT A BUMP AND VIBRATED. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION GEAR POSITION INDICATOR *AK

May 11, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE HIT A BUMP AND VIBRATED. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION GEAR POSITION INDICATOR *AK

May 10, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 46,480 mi

THERMOSTAT CLOSED, CAUSING ENGINE TO OVERHEAT, BOILING THE COOLANT OUT OF THE COOLING SYSTEM OUT OF THE OVERFLOW PIPE, PAST THE RADIATOR CAP, THROUGH THE COOLANT RECOVERY BOTTLE. POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES: DESTRUCTION OF ENGINE THROUGH OVERHEATING, POSSIBLE FIRE. TEMPERATURE GAUGE DID NOT FUNCTION D...

May 10, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 46,480 mi

THERMOSTAT CLOSED, CAUSING ENGINE TO OVERHEAT, BOILING THE COOLANT OUT OF THE COOLING SYSTEM OUT OF THE OVERFLOW PIPE, PAST THE RADIATOR CAP, THROUGH THE COOLANT RECOVERY BOTTLE. POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES: DESTRUCTION OF ENGINE THROUGH OVERHEATING, POSSIBLE FIRE. TEMPERATURE GAUGE DID NOT FUNCTION D...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension

THE OWNER TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION; THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE OWNER THAT THE FRONT SUSPENSION HAD FAILED. THE CONSUMER WILL HAVE THE SUSPENSION REPLACED. *LA

Apr 30, 2004 Steering 35,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE WANDERED ON IT'S OWN. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE GEAR BOX NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *LA

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension

THE OWNER TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION; THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE OWNER THAT THE FRONT SUSPENSION HAD FAILED. THE CONSUMER WILL HAVE THE SUSPENSION REPLACED. *LA

Apr 30, 2004 Steering 35,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE WANDERED ON IT'S OWN. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE GEAR BOX NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *LA

Apr 16, 2004 Power Train 91,000 mi

THE SIX SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION HAS WORN OUT AND NEEDED MAJOR REPAIR AT ONLY 91,000 MILES.*AK

Apr 16, 2004 Power Train 91,000 mi

THE SIX SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION HAS WORN OUT AND NEEDED MAJOR REPAIR AT ONLY 91,000 MILES.*AK

Apr 16, 2004 Power Train 91,000 mi

THE SIX SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION HAS WORN OUT AND NEEDED MAJOR REPAIR AT ONLY 91,000 MILES.*AK

Apr 16, 2004 Power Train 91,000 mi

THE SIX SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION HAS WORN OUT AND NEEDED MAJOR REPAIR AT ONLY 91,000 MILES.*AK

Feb 28, 2004 Steering 2 mi

PULLING INTO DRIVEWAY, STEERING COLUMN LOCKED-UP AND FUEL PUMP WENT OUT.*AK

Feb 28, 2004 Steering 2 mi

PULLING INTO DRIVEWAY, STEERING COLUMN LOCKED-UP AND FUEL PUMP WENT OUT.*AK

Feb 25, 2004 Steering

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT TIE ROD NEEDED GREASING. *AK

Feb 25, 2004 Steering

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT TIE ROD NEEDED GREASING. *AK

Feb 18, 2004 Suspension 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS WOULD SHOOK, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO SLOW DOWN. CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Feb 18, 2004 Suspension 27,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS WOULD SHOOK, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO SLOW DOWN. CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Feb 10, 2004 Steering 1,200 mi

CONSTANT WANDERING OF TRUCK, CONSTANT CORRECTING PLAY IN STEERING. I CANNOT TURN STEERING WHEEL AT A STANDSTILL,STEERING GEAR BOX AND PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. NOTHING FIXED THE PROBLEM. THE TIRES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND ARE NOT A CONCERN. THE DEALER SAYS THAT IS THE WAY THEY ARE AND ...

Feb 10, 2004 Steering 1,200 mi

CONSTANT WANDERING OF TRUCK, CONSTANT CORRECTING PLAY IN STEERING. I CANNOT TURN STEERING WHEEL AT A STANDSTILL,STEERING GEAR BOX AND PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. NOTHING FIXED THE PROBLEM. THE TIRES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND ARE NOT A CONCERN. THE DEALER SAYS THAT IS THE WAY THEY ARE AND ...

Feb 10, 2004 Steering 1,200 mi

CONSTANT WANDERING OF TRUCK, CONSTANT CORRECTING PLAY IN STEERING. I CANNOT TURN STEERING WHEEL AT A STANDSTILL,STEERING GEAR BOX AND PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. NOTHING FIXED THE PROBLEM. THE TIRES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND ARE NOT A CONCERN. THE DEALER SAYS THAT IS THE WAY THEY ARE AND ...

Feb 10, 2004 Steering 1,200 mi

CONSTANT WANDERING OF TRUCK, CONSTANT CORRECTING PLAY IN STEERING. I CANNOT TURN STEERING WHEEL AT A STANDSTILL,STEERING GEAR BOX AND PUMP HAVE BEEN REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. NOTHING FIXED THE PROBLEM. THE TIRES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND ARE NOT A CONCERN. THE DEALER SAYS THAT IS THE WAY THEY ARE AND ...

Jan 22, 2004 Fuel System, Other 120,000 mi

MY DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL TRUCK LOSS POWER AND WOULD NOT RUN WELL AT ALL. I ASKED ARCHER DODGE ON JAN 20, 2004 TO FIND AND FIX THE PROBLEM. A FUEL TRANSFER PUMP, PART # 5080885AA (REPLACEMENT PUMP #) WAS INSTALLED FOR A TOTAL OF $500. THE FAILURE OF THIS PUMP IN THIS VEHICLE IS COMMON AND IS DO...

Jan 22, 2004 Fuel System, Other 120,000 mi

MY DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL TRUCK LOSS POWER AND WOULD NOT RUN WELL AT ALL. I ASKED ARCHER DODGE ON JAN 20, 2004 TO FIND AND FIX THE PROBLEM. A FUEL TRANSFER PUMP, PART # 5080885AA (REPLACEMENT PUMP #) WAS INSTALLED FOR A TOTAL OF $500. THE FAILURE OF THIS PUMP IN THIS VEHICLE IS COMMON AND IS DO...

Jan 12, 2004 Steering

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. A FEW MINUTES LATER THE VEHICLE UNLOCKED. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS, AND MECHANIC COULD NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 12, 2004 Steering

WHILE BACKING OUT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS HARD TO TURN AND THEN BECAME LOOSE. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS, AND MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE SHAFT FROM THE STEERING GEAR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jan 12, 2004 Steering

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. A FEW MINUTES LATER THE VEHICLE UNLOCKED. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS, AND MECHANIC COULD NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 12, 2004 Steering

WHILE BACKING OUT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS HARD TO TURN AND THEN BECAME LOOSE. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS, AND MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE SHAFT FROM THE STEERING GEAR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Dec 23, 2003 Suspension 78,000 mi

ANOTHER WORN TRACK BAR IN THE FRON AXLE. 82,000 MILES. VEHICLE STARTS TO WANDER. THIS WILL MAKE THE THIRD ONE THAT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THEY LAST ABOUT 10,000 MILES. I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM WITH DODGE RAMS MADE FROM 1994-2002 THAT IS FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WITH THE CUMMINS DIESEL. I HAD H...

Dec 23, 2003 Suspension 78,000 mi

ANOTHER WORN TRACK BAR IN THE FRON AXLE. 82,000 MILES. VEHICLE STARTS TO WANDER. THIS WILL MAKE THE THIRD ONE THAT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THEY LAST ABOUT 10,000 MILES. I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM WITH DODGE RAMS MADE FROM 1994-2002 THAT IS FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WITH THE CUMMINS DIESEL. I HAD H...

Dec 18, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 84,300 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH ENGINE STARTED MISSING,THEN SUDDENLY THE ENGINE STALLED. CONSUMER TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO GET THE ENGINE RUNNING AGAIN. CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE PROBLEM WAS THE FUEL PUMP. THE CONSUMER WENT TO THE DEALER TO BUY A NEW FUEL PUMP, AND WAS INFORMED BY THE MECHANIC THAT THERE WA...

Dec 18, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 84,300 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH ENGINE STARTED MISSING,THEN SUDDENLY THE ENGINE STALLED. CONSUMER TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO GET THE ENGINE RUNNING AGAIN. CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE PROBLEM WAS THE FUEL PUMP. THE CONSUMER WENT TO THE DEALER TO BUY A NEW FUEL PUMP, AND WAS INFORMED BY THE MECHANIC THAT THERE WA...

Dec 16, 2003 Steering 20,000 mi

STEERING. I PURCHASED A USED 1998 DODGE 2500 WITH THE DIESEL ENGINE. THE STEERING WAS VERY LOOSE, WITH ALMOST 1/4 TURN FREE PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE DEALER SAID THE TRACK BAR WAS WORN OUT, SO I REPLACED IT BUT DID NOT SEE ANY IMPROVEMENT. THE DEALER THEN TOLD ME THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH T...

Dec 16, 2003 Steering 20,000 mi

STEERING. I PURCHASED A USED 1998 DODGE 2500 WITH THE DIESEL ENGINE. THE STEERING WAS VERY LOOSE, WITH ALMOST 1/4 TURN FREE PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE DEALER SAID THE TRACK BAR WAS WORN OUT, SO I REPLACED IT BUT DID NOT SEE ANY IMPROVEMENT. THE DEALER THEN TOLD ME THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH T...

Dec 13, 2003 Power Train 19,561 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL MANUAL TRANSMISSION EXT. CAB - CLUTCH ASSEMBY - OUR TRUCK IS USED FOR LIGHT TOWING AND HAD ONLY 19,451 MILES ON IT WHEN THE CLUTCH WENT OUT. WE TALKED TO THE CLUTCH EXPERTS AND WERE TOLD THAT MANY OF THIS SAME TYPE OF TRUCK HAD CLUTCH PROBLEMS, BUT ALL WERE USED FOR HEAVY...

Dec 13, 2003 Power Train 19,561 mi

2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL MANUAL TRANSMISSION EXT. CAB - CLUTCH ASSEMBY - OUR TRUCK IS USED FOR LIGHT TOWING AND HAD ONLY 19,451 MILES ON IT WHEN THE CLUTCH WENT OUT. WE TALKED TO THE CLUTCH EXPERTS AND WERE TOLD THAT MANY OF THIS SAME TYPE OF TRUCK HAD CLUTCH PROBLEMS, BUT ALL WERE USED FOR HEAVY...

Dec 10, 2003 Air Bags Crash 110,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, THE FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER'S HEAD HIT THE STEERING WHEEL. THE DRIVER RECEIVED 20 STITCHES AND HAD CONTINUOUSLY BEEN HAVING BAD HEADACHES. *AK *SCC *JB

Dec 10, 2003 Air Bags Crash 110,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, THE FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER'S HEAD HIT THE STEERING WHEEL. THE DRIVER RECEIVED 20 STITCHES AND HAD CONTINUOUSLY BEEN HAVING BAD HEADACHES. *AK *SCC *JB

Dec 8, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED DRIVER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALERSHIP ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS.*AK

Dec 8, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED DRIVER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALERSHIP ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS.*AK

Nov 24, 2003 Steering 60,000 mi

STEERING WHEEL HAS A LOT OF PLAY IN IT AND MAKES THE STEERING VERY DIFFICULT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. *AK *JB 8NM

Nov 24, 2003 Steering 60,000 mi

STEERING WHEEL HAS A LOT OF PLAY IN IT AND MAKES THE STEERING VERY DIFFICULT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. *AK *JB 8NM

Nov 23, 2003 Fuel System, Diesel 43,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM LIFT PUMP FAILURE. KNOWN ISSUE. DEALER TRIED TO GET OUT OF WARRANTY COVERAGE. THEY FINALLY FIXED IT BUT IT TOOK A LOT OF WORK. *LA

Nov 23, 2003 Fuel System, Diesel 43,000 mi

2001 DODGE RAM LIFT PUMP FAILURE. KNOWN ISSUE. DEALER TRIED TO GET OUT OF WARRANTY COVERAGE. THEY FINALLY FIXED IT BUT IT TOOK A LOT OF WORK. *LA

Nov 20, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 73,300 mi

DRIVER STATED THAT BRAKES FAILED ON VEHICLE WHILE TRYING TO STOP AT INTERSECTION RESULTING IN CRASH WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. *LA

Nov 20, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 73,300 mi

DRIVER STATED THAT BRAKES FAILED ON VEHICLE WHILE TRYING TO STOP AT INTERSECTION RESULTING IN CRASH WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. *LA

Nov 19, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 73,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH AND COMING TO A STOP THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONSUMER MANAGED TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER BUT IT WOULD NOT RESTART. IT WAS LATER DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL TRANSFER PUMP FAILED. *AK *NLM

Nov 19, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 73,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH AND COMING TO A STOP THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONSUMER MANAGED TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER BUT IT WOULD NOT RESTART. IT WAS LATER DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL TRANSFER PUMP FAILED. *AK *NLM

Nov 14, 2003 Suspension 20,000 mi

DEALER REPLACED AT 20,000 MILES THE LEFT WHEEL BEARING, AND AT 40,000 MILES THE RIGHT WHEEL BEARING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER STATED NORMALLY WHEEL BEARINGS WERE REPLACED AT 85,000 MILES. DEALER STATED THAT CONSUMER SHOULD HAVE BOUGHT AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AND WON'T HAVE THIS PROBLEM.*AK ...

Nov 14, 2003 Suspension 20,000 mi

DEALER REPLACED AT 20,000 MILES THE LEFT WHEEL BEARING, AND AT 40,000 MILES THE RIGHT WHEEL BEARING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER STATED NORMALLY WHEEL BEARINGS WERE REPLACED AT 85,000 MILES. DEALER STATED THAT CONSUMER SHOULD HAVE BOUGHT AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AND WON'T HAVE THIS PROBLEM.*AK ...

Oct 27, 2003 Structure 81,199 mi

THE DASHBOARD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUP IS CRACKED FROM THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TO THE NUT SHOWING AT THE FRONT OF THE DASHBOARD(WINDSHIELD). THE CRACK EXTENDS FROM THE WIDTH OF THE DASHBOARD. *AK

Oct 27, 2003 Structure 81,199 mi

THE DASHBOARD ON MY 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 PICKUP IS CRACKED FROM THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TO THE NUT SHOWING AT THE FRONT OF THE DASHBOARD(WINDSHIELD). THE CRACK EXTENDS FROM THE WIDTH OF THE DASHBOARD. *AK

Oct 3, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THE STEERING BOLT BECAME LOOSE. THE STEERING WHEEL JUMPED AROUND WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT FOR THE DRIVER TO STEER THE VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *NLM

Oct 3, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THE STEERING BOLT BECAME LOOSE. THE STEERING WHEEL JUMPED AROUND WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT FOR THE DRIVER TO STEER THE VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *NLM

Sep 16, 2003 Steering

WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION IT CATCHES AND SOMETHING POPS IN THE STEERING COLUMN. DEALER HAS TO REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN. *AK

Sep 16, 2003 Steering

WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION IT CATCHES AND SOMETHING POPS IN THE STEERING COLUMN. DEALER HAS TO REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN. *AK

Sep 14, 2003 Steering 1 mi

THE STEERING IN THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN HORRIBLE SINCE THE DRIVE HOME FROM THE DEALERSHIP . IT IS PRACTICALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO KEEP THIS TRUCK IN YOUR LANE, IT WANDERS AND GOES WHERE IT [XXX] WELL PLEASES. I'VE HAD THE TRUCK IN THE SHOP FOR THE STEERING PROBLEM. THEY REPLACED STEERING LINKAGE AND THE BA...

Sep 14, 2003 Steering 1 mi

THE STEERING IN THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN HORRIBLE SINCE THE DRIVE HOME FROM THE DEALERSHIP . IT IS PRACTICALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO KEEP THIS TRUCK IN YOUR LANE, IT WANDERS AND GOES WHERE IT [XXX] WELL PLEASES. I'VE HAD THE TRUCK IN THE SHOP FOR THE STEERING PROBLEM. THEY REPLACED STEERING LINKAGE AND THE BA...

Sep 12, 2003 Air Bags Crash 35,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED A FRONTAL COLLISION BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK THE STEERING COLUMN HAD BROKE AS WELL. *SCC *JB

Sep 12, 2003 Air Bags Crash 35,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED A FRONTAL COLLISION BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK THE STEERING COLUMN HAD BROKE AS WELL. *SCC *JB

Aug 7, 2003 Fuel System, Diesel 47,000 mi

LIFT PUMP FAILURE: MY FUEL TRANSFER PUMP DIED DURING ACCELERATION. THIS CAUSED THE ENGINE TO SHUT DOWN AND ALSO CAUSED THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES TO SHUT DOWN AS A RESULT. THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *PH

Aug 7, 2003 Fuel System, Diesel 47,000 mi

LIFT PUMP FAILURE: MY FUEL TRANSFER PUMP DIED DURING ACCELERATION. THIS CAUSED THE ENGINE TO SHUT DOWN AND ALSO CAUSED THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES TO SHUT DOWN AS A RESULT. THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *PH

Jul 31, 2003 Fuel System, Diesel 36,740 mi

MY COMPLAINT CONCERNS MY VEHICLE AND SEVERAL THOUSAND OTHERS THAT BELONG TO MEMBERS OF THE TURBO DIESEL REGISTER. THE REASON I'M WRITING IS IN HOPES THAT WE CAN GET A SAFETY ISSUE ADDRESSED, AND CORRECTED ONCE AND FOR ALL. THERE HAS BEEN A REPEATED TREND OVER SEVERAL YEARS NOW CONCERNING THE LIFT PU...

Jul 31, 2003 Fuel System, Diesel 36,740 mi

MY COMPLAINT CONCERNS MY VEHICLE AND SEVERAL THOUSAND OTHERS THAT BELONG TO MEMBERS OF THE TURBO DIESEL REGISTER. THE REASON I'M WRITING IS IN HOPES THAT WE CAN GET A SAFETY ISSUE ADDRESSED, AND CORRECTED ONCE AND FOR ALL. THERE HAS BEEN A REPEATED TREND OVER SEVERAL YEARS NOW CONCERNING THE LIFT PU...

Jun 22, 2003 Fuel System, Diesel 55,756 mi

2001 DODGE DIESEL LIFT PUMP FAILURES. MINE HAS DIED TWICE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. 55,000 MILES ON MY TRUCK. THE SECOND ONE LEFT ME IN THE # 2 LANE OF THE 405 FREEWAY IN SO. CALIF. DEAD HAD TO BE PULLED OFF. *NLM

Jun 22, 2003 Fuel System, Diesel 55,756 mi

2001 DODGE DIESEL LIFT PUMP FAILURES. MINE HAS DIED TWICE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. 55,000 MILES ON MY TRUCK. THE SECOND ONE LEFT ME IN THE # 2 LANE OF THE 405 FREEWAY IN SO. CALIF. DEAD HAD TO BE PULLED OFF. *NLM

Jun 20, 2003 Fuel System, Other

LIFT PUMP FAILURE ON 2001 DODGE CUMMINS DIESEL PICKUP. *NLM

Jun 20, 2003 Fuel System, Other

LIFT PUMP FAILURE ON 2001 DODGE CUMMINS DIESEL PICKUP. *NLM

Jun 15, 2003 Tires 19,500 mi

DEFECTIVE TIRES. *NLM

Jun 15, 2003 Tires 19,500 mi

DEFECTIVE TIRES. *NLM

Jun 3, 2003 Suspension 17,207 mi

STEERING WANDERS ALL OVER THE PLACE. 2001 RAM PICKUP 2500 WITH ONLY 19,224 MILES ON IT PROBLEM FIRST SURFACED AROUND 15,000 MILES. DEALER SERVICED AT 17,207 MILES AS A LICENSED INSPECTION MECHANIC, THIS VEHICLE WILL FAIL THE STATE INSPECTION STICKER TEST WHEN IT IS DUE. THE AMOUNT OF PLAY AT THE ...

Jun 3, 2003 Steering 17,207 mi

STEERING WANDERS ALL OVER THE PLACE. 2001 RAM PICKUP 2500 WITH ONLY 19,224 MILES ON IT PROBLEM FIRST SURFACED AROUND 15,000 MILES. DEALER SERVICED AT 17,207 MILES AS A LICENSED INSPECTION MECHANIC, THIS VEHICLE WILL FAIL THE STATE INSPECTION STICKER TEST WHEN IT IS DUE. THE AMOUNT OF PLAY AT THE ...

Jun 3, 2003 Suspension 17,207 mi

STEERING WANDERS ALL OVER THE PLACE. 2001 RAM PICKUP 2500 WITH ONLY 19,224 MILES ON IT PROBLEM FIRST SURFACED AROUND 15,000 MILES. DEALER SERVICED AT 17,207 MILES AS A LICENSED INSPECTION MECHANIC, THIS VEHICLE WILL FAIL THE STATE INSPECTION STICKER TEST WHEN IT IS DUE. THE AMOUNT OF PLAY AT THE ...

Jun 3, 2003 Steering 17,207 mi

STEERING WANDERS ALL OVER THE PLACE. 2001 RAM PICKUP 2500 WITH ONLY 19,224 MILES ON IT PROBLEM FIRST SURFACED AROUND 15,000 MILES. DEALER SERVICED AT 17,207 MILES AS A LICENSED INSPECTION MECHANIC, THIS VEHICLE WILL FAIL THE STATE INSPECTION STICKER TEST WHEN IT IS DUE. THE AMOUNT OF PLAY AT THE ...

May 30, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING REAR BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 30, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING REAR BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 28, 2003 Trailer Hitches 79,500 mi

I WAS HEADED HOME GOING DOWN A CITY STREET HEADED TO THE HIGHWAY, WHEN I HERD A LOUD NOISE AND FELT A JOLT FROM MY 14' TANDEM AXLE ENCLOSED TRAILER. I LOOKED BACK AND NOTICED THAT THE TRAILER WAS RIDING LOWER THAN NORMAL. I PULLED INTO A GAS STATION AND WHEN I GOT OUT TO LOOK I NOTICED THAT THE TR...

May 28, 2003 Trailer Hitches 79,500 mi

I WAS HEADED HOME GOING DOWN A CITY STREET HEADED TO THE HIGHWAY, WHEN I HERD A LOUD NOISE AND FELT A JOLT FROM MY 14' TANDEM AXLE ENCLOSED TRAILER. I LOOKED BACK AND NOTICED THAT THE TRAILER WAS RIDING LOWER THAN NORMAL. I PULLED INTO A GAS STATION AND WHEN I GOT OUT TO LOOK I NOTICED THAT THE TR...

May 23, 2003 Steering 40,000 mi

AT ABOUT 40,000 MILES MY TRUCK STARTED TO WANDER MUCH WORSE THAN IT HAD IN THE PAST, IT HAS WANDERED SINCE NEW. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL CLOSE CALLS WITH OTHER CARS AND OBSTACLES BECAUSE THE STEERING SEEMS TO HAVE A MIND OF IT'S OWN AT TIMES AND WILL SWERVE AND WANDER IN DIFFERENT WAYS BASED ON ROAD CONDI...

May 23, 2003 Steering 40,000 mi

AT ABOUT 40,000 MILES MY TRUCK STARTED TO WANDER MUCH WORSE THAN IT HAD IN THE PAST, IT HAS WANDERED SINCE NEW. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL CLOSE CALLS WITH OTHER CARS AND OBSTACLES BECAUSE THE STEERING SEEMS TO HAVE A MIND OF IT'S OWN AT TIMES AND WILL SWERVE AND WANDER IN DIFFERENT WAYS BASED ON ROAD CONDI...

Apr 8, 2003 Power Train

THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED, THE DEALER DID REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION, HOWEVER THEY COULD NOT GUARANTEE IT WOULD NOT FAIL AGAIN. *JB

Apr 8, 2003 Power Train

THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED, THE DEALER DID REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION, HOWEVER THEY COULD NOT GUARANTEE IT WOULD NOT FAIL AGAIN. *JB

Apr 1, 2003 Suspension 8,000 mi

THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT, WITH THE STEERING WHEEL BEING STRAIGHT. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM. *JB VEHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICED 20 TIMES. STILL PROBLEM STILL EXIST. NEW ENGINE AND 2 TRANSMISSIONS REPLACED.

Apr 1, 2003 Suspension 8,000 mi

THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT, WITH THE STEERING WHEEL BEING STRAIGHT. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM. *JB VEHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICED 20 TIMES. STILL PROBLEM STILL EXIST. NEW ENGINE AND 2 TRANSMISSIONS REPLACED.

Mar 31, 2003 Power Train 10,000 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE SHOP 8 TIMES BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *NLM

Mar 31, 2003 Power Train 10,000 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE SHOP 8 TIMES BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *NLM

Mar 28, 2003 Steering 40,000 mi

THE SWAYED AT SPEEDS OF 60 MPH AND HIGHER. WHICH CAUSED THE FRONT TIRES TO WEAR EXCESSIVELY. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY BAD STEERING APPARATUS. *JB

Mar 28, 2003 Steering 40,000 mi

THE SWAYED AT SPEEDS OF 60 MPH AND HIGHER. WHICH CAUSED THE FRONT TIRES TO WEAR EXCESSIVELY. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY BAD STEERING APPARATUS. *JB

Mar 27, 2003 Suspension 24,000 mi

TRUCK WANDERS RANDOMALY-FRONT TIRE WOBBLES. *NLM

Mar 27, 2003 Steering 24,000 mi

TRUCK WANDERS RANDOMALY-FRONT TIRE WOBBLES. *NLM

Mar 27, 2003 Suspension 24,000 mi

TRUCK WANDERS RANDOMALY-FRONT TIRE WOBBLES. *NLM

Mar 27, 2003 Steering 24,000 mi

TRUCK WANDERS RANDOMALY-FRONT TIRE WOBBLES. *NLM

Mar 25, 2003 Electrical System

THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. *JB

Mar 25, 2003 Electrical System

THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. *JB

Mar 24, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. *NLM....*AK

Mar 24, 2003 Steering Crash 20,000 mi

I JUST EXPERIENCED A VERY SEVERE AUTO ACCIDENT IN MY 2001 DODGE RAM, THE TRUCK WAS TOTALED AND THE JAWS OF LIFE HAD TO BE USED TO EXTRACT ME FROM THE VEHICLE. I HAD CONTACTED MY DEALER PRIOR TO THIS (SEVERAL MONTHS AGO) COMPLAINING OF STEERING PROBLEMS (WANDERING), AND THE DEALER INFORMED ME,THEY ...

Mar 24, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. *NLM....*AK

Mar 24, 2003 Steering Crash 20,000 mi

I JUST EXPERIENCED A VERY SEVERE AUTO ACCIDENT IN MY 2001 DODGE RAM, THE TRUCK WAS TOTALED AND THE JAWS OF LIFE HAD TO BE USED TO EXTRACT ME FROM THE VEHICLE. I HAD CONTACTED MY DEALER PRIOR TO THIS (SEVERAL MONTHS AGO) COMPLAINING OF STEERING PROBLEMS (WANDERING), AND THE DEALER INFORMED ME,THEY ...

Mar 19, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH THE TRUCK DRIFTED FROM SIDE TO SIDE MAKING IT DIFFICULT FOR THE DRIVER TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY THE TECHNICIAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT "THEY ALL HANDLE THAT WAY". *NLM

Mar 19, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH THE TRUCK DRIFTED FROM SIDE TO SIDE MAKING IT DIFFICULT FOR THE DRIVER TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY THE TECHNICIAN AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT "THEY ALL HANDLE THAT WAY". *NLM

Mar 12, 2003 Structure 100 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 WITH THE CUMMINS DIESEL. SINCE THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF OF THE LOT IT HAS HAD STEERING PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD IT INTO THE DEALER SEVEN TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM AND I STILL HAVE A VERY DANGEROUS VEHICLE. I ALSO HAVE NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH RATTLES AND SQUEAKS THAT H...

Mar 12, 2003 Steering 100 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 WITH THE CUMMINS DIESEL. SINCE THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF OF THE LOT IT HAS HAD STEERING PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD IT INTO THE DEALER SEVEN TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM AND I STILL HAVE A VERY DANGEROUS VEHICLE. I ALSO HAVE NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH RATTLES AND SQUEAKS THAT H...

Mar 12, 2003 Structure 100 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 WITH THE CUMMINS DIESEL. SINCE THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF OF THE LOT IT HAS HAD STEERING PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD IT INTO THE DEALER SEVEN TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM AND I STILL HAVE A VERY DANGEROUS VEHICLE. I ALSO HAVE NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH RATTLES AND SQUEAKS THAT H...

Mar 12, 2003 Steering 100 mi

I HAVE A 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 WITH THE CUMMINS DIESEL. SINCE THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF OF THE LOT IT HAS HAD STEERING PROBLEMS. I HAVE HAD IT INTO THE DEALER SEVEN TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM AND I STILL HAVE A VERY DANGEROUS VEHICLE. I ALSO HAVE NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH RATTLES AND SQUEAKS THAT H...

Feb 3, 2003 Visibility

THE RIGHT SIDE MIRROR ADJUSTED ON ITS OWN. *PH *JB

Feb 3, 2003 Visibility

THE RIGHT SIDE MIRROR ADJUSTED ON ITS OWN. *PH *JB

Feb 1, 2003 Steering 29,000 mi

MY NEW TRUCK AT 29000 MILE BEGAN TO WANDER SPORADICALLY. IT FEELS AS IF THE TRUCK HITS A PATCH OF ICE THEN REGAINS ITS TRACTION BUT NO ICE CLEAR DRY PAVEMENT IT LEAVES ME FEELING AS IF SOMETHING IS GOING TO BREAK AT THE WRONG TIME...WHEN I HAVE MY LOVED ONES IN IT...FOR EVERYONE'S SAFETY PLEASE HEL...

Feb 1, 2003 Steering 29,000 mi

MY NEW TRUCK AT 29000 MILE BEGAN TO WANDER SPORADICALLY. IT FEELS AS IF THE TRUCK HITS A PATCH OF ICE THEN REGAINS ITS TRACTION BUT NO ICE CLEAR DRY PAVEMENT IT LEAVES ME FEELING AS IF SOMETHING IS GOING TO BREAK AT THE WRONG TIME...WHEN I HAVE MY LOVED ONES IN IT...FOR EVERYONE'S SAFETY PLEASE HEL...

Jan 30, 2003 Steering 21,709 mi

WHILE BACKING OUT VEHICLE'S POWER STEERING AND BRAKES LOCKED UP MAKING VEHICLE UNABLE TO DRIVE. DEALER STATES THE PROBLEM CAN NOT BE DUPLICATED, PROBLEM HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Jan 30, 2003 Steering 21,709 mi

WHILE BACKING OUT VEHICLE'S POWER STEERING AND BRAKES LOCKED UP MAKING VEHICLE UNABLE TO DRIVE. DEALER STATES THE PROBLEM CAN NOT BE DUPLICATED, PROBLEM HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Jan 28, 2003 Steering 29,231 mi

VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT RETURN TO CENTER AFTER TURNING A CORNER AND IT WANDERS ALL OVER THE ROAD AT ALL SPEEDS. IT TRIES TO FOLLOW ANY CHANGE IN ROAD SURFACE. DEALER HAS CHANGED OUT THE FOLLOWING PARTS WITH NO HELP. ( GEAR BOX, LOWER STEERING SHAFT, ALL 4 TIE RODS, AL...

Jan 28, 2003 Steering 29,231 mi

VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT RETURN TO CENTER AFTER TURNING A CORNER AND IT WANDERS ALL OVER THE ROAD AT ALL SPEEDS. IT TRIES TO FOLLOW ANY CHANGE IN ROAD SURFACE. DEALER HAS CHANGED OUT THE FOLLOWING PARTS WITH NO HELP. ( GEAR BOX, LOWER STEERING SHAFT, ALL 4 TIE RODS, AL...

Jan 26, 2003 Suspension

STEERING WANDER ON 2001 2500 SERIES DODGE QUADCAB PICKUP. DUE MOSTLY TO FAULTY TRACK BAR.AND FRONT END ALIGNMENT SPECS ARE TO WIDE A RANGE AND IT CAN BE IN SPEC BUT STILL WANDER ALL OVER ROAD. YOU CAN DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD AND FOR NO REASON AT ALL THE TRUCK WANDERS INTO THE OTHER LANE. YOU HAVE TO CON...

Jan 26, 2003 Suspension

STEERING WANDER ON 2001 2500 SERIES DODGE QUADCAB PICKUP. DUE MOSTLY TO FAULTY TRACK BAR.AND FRONT END ALIGNMENT SPECS ARE TO WIDE A RANGE AND IT CAN BE IN SPEC BUT STILL WANDER ALL OVER ROAD. YOU CAN DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD AND FOR NO REASON AT ALL THE TRUCK WANDERS INTO THE OTHER LANE. YOU HAVE TO CON...

Jan 8, 2003 Steering

CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE WOULD DRIFT TO THE LEFT AND THE RIGHT. TS

Jan 8, 2003 Power Train

EARLY DECEMBER RPMS OF MOTOR WERE HIGHER THAN NORMAL IN OVERDRIVE AND IT WOULD DISENGAGE ITSELF OUT OF OVERDRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY.12/13/02 BOB VALENTI'S SERVICE DEPT REPLACED SELENOID,SCANNED TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE & RESET VALVES. PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. ON 12/18/02 TRANSMISSION LOST EVERY GEAR...

Jan 8, 2003 Steering

CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE WOULD DRIFT TO THE LEFT AND THE RIGHT. TS

Jan 8, 2003 Power Train

EARLY DECEMBER RPMS OF MOTOR WERE HIGHER THAN NORMAL IN OVERDRIVE AND IT WOULD DISENGAGE ITSELF OUT OF OVERDRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY.12/13/02 BOB VALENTI'S SERVICE DEPT REPLACED SELENOID,SCANNED TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE & RESET VALVES. PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. ON 12/18/02 TRANSMISSION LOST EVERY GEAR...

Jan 3, 2003 Visibility 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Power Train 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Electrical System 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Steering 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Seats 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Visibility 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Power Train 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Electrical System 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Steering 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Seats 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Jan 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 7,525 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN. POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. TIRE PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW. STEERING BOX FAILED AND REPLACED. WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND REPLACED. VEHICLE WON'T SHIFT AT 40 MPH. CLUNKING NOISE FROM PARK TO REVERSE. ...

Dec 19, 2002 Electrical System Fire 67,800 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ON MY 2001 DODGE 2500 PICKUP SHORTED OUT CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE UNDER THE DASHBOARD.

Dec 19, 2002 Electrical System Fire 67,800 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ON MY 2001 DODGE 2500 PICKUP SHORTED OUT CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE UNDER THE DASHBOARD.

Dec 9, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEM WITH THE PUMP OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHICH IS LEAKING, MAKING INNOPERABLE TO DIRVE THE VEHICLE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. PH

Dec 9, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEM WITH THE PUMP OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHICH IS LEAKING, MAKING INNOPERABLE TO DIRVE THE VEHICLE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. PH

Dec 4, 2002 Steering 8,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. THE STEERING WHEEL HAD TO BE TURNED WITH FORCE. *TS *NLM

Dec 4, 2002 Steering 8,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. THE STEERING WHEEL HAD TO BE TURNED WITH FORCE. *TS *NLM

Nov 26, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE OIL. ALSO STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ALL THE ENGINE OIL BLOW OUT. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE OIL FILTER WAS PUT IN WRONG. TS

Nov 26, 2002 Structure

THE LATCH ON THE OVERHEAD CENTER CONSOLE BROKE. TS *JB

Nov 26, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE OIL. ALSO STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ALL THE ENGINE OIL BLOW OUT. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE OIL FILTER WAS PUT IN WRONG. TS

Nov 26, 2002 Structure

THE LATCH ON THE OVERHEAD CENTER CONSOLE BROKE. TS *JB

Nov 24, 2002 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE LEAKS AT REAR DRIVE SHAFT OUTPUT. HAS BEEN REPAIRED 7 TIMES-STILL LEAKS. HOUSING & SHAFT SEAL WERE JUST REPLACED STILL LEAKS. CHRYSLER CLAIMS NO KNOWN DEFECTS. DT

Nov 24, 2002 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE LEAKS AT REAR DRIVE SHAFT OUTPUT. HAS BEEN REPAIRED 7 TIMES-STILL LEAKS. HOUSING & SHAFT SEAL WERE JUST REPLACED STILL LEAKS. CHRYSLER CLAIMS NO KNOWN DEFECTS. DT

Nov 8, 2002 Power Train

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY THE CLUTCH PEDALFELL OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. TS THERE WAS A BLACK CLIP THAT HAD FALLEN OFF ONE MONTH PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. THAT CLIP WAS USED TO KEEP THE CLUTCH ATTACHED TO THE ASSEMBLY. *JG

Nov 8, 2002 Power Train

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY THE CLUTCH PEDALFELL OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. TS THERE WAS A BLACK CLIP THAT HAD FALLEN OFF ONE MONTH PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. THAT CLIP WAS USED TO KEEP THE CLUTCH ATTACHED TO THE ASSEMBLY. *JG

Sep 21, 2002 Wheels

APPROXIMATELY 4 BLOCKS FROM MY HOME MY WIFE, WHO WAS DRIVING THE TRUCK, HEAD A NOISE COMING FROM THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL. I REMOVED THE TIRE AND NOTICE THAT A BRACKET ON THE BRAKING ASSEMBLY WAS GRINDING INTO THE MAG WHEEL. EVEN THOUGH MY WIFE DRIVE A SHORT DISTANCE, A SIGNIFICANT GOUGE WAS MADE IN ...

Sep 21, 2002 Wheels

APPROXIMATELY 4 BLOCKS FROM MY HOME MY WIFE, WHO WAS DRIVING THE TRUCK, HEAD A NOISE COMING FROM THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL. I REMOVED THE TIRE AND NOTICE THAT A BRACKET ON THE BRAKING ASSEMBLY WAS GRINDING INTO THE MAG WHEEL. EVEN THOUGH MY WIFE DRIVE A SHORT DISTANCE, A SIGNIFICANT GOUGE WAS MADE IN ...

Sep 20, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 45MPH IN A FRONTAL COLLISON NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON IMPACT. FRONT END CAME OFF.*AK

Sep 20, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 45MPH IN A FRONTAL COLLISON NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON IMPACT. FRONT END CAME OFF.*AK

Sep 18, 2002 Structure Fire

WHILE SITTING IN THE VEHICLE A FIRE DEVELOPED UNDER THE HOOD.*AK CONSUMER STATED THAT THE RUBBER MOULDING THAT SEALS THE BACK OF THE HOOD AT THE FIRE WALL HAD NO WAY TO SECURE IT AND IT SLIPPED OFF, HANGING DOWN ON TOP OF THE TURBO CHARGER AND CUGHT FIRE. *YH

Sep 18, 2002 Structure Fire

WHILE SITTING IN THE VEHICLE A FIRE DEVELOPED UNDER THE HOOD.*AK CONSUMER STATED THAT THE RUBBER MOULDING THAT SEALS THE BACK OF THE HOOD AT THE FIRE WALL HAD NO WAY TO SECURE IT AND IT SLIPPED OFF, HANGING DOWN ON TOP OF THE TURBO CHARGER AND CUGHT FIRE. *YH

Sep 12, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OIL WILL BURN OUT QUICKLY, AND CONSUMER WILL BE FORCED TO PULL OVER AND REFILL VEHICLE WITH OIL. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Sep 12, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OIL WILL BURN OUT QUICKLY, AND CONSUMER WILL BE FORCED TO PULL OVER AND REFILL VEHICLE WITH OIL. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Aug 26, 2002 Steering

I CAN FEEL THE STEERING SHAFT CLUNKING/CHUNKING/MOVING WITHIN THE STEERING COLUMN. THIS PROBLEM APPEARED WITHIN LAST 2 WEEKS. ADDITIONALLY, THE STEERING WHEEL IS NO LONGER CENTERED BUT ROTATED ABOUT 2 INCHES LEFT OF CENTER IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN STRAIGHT LINE OF DRIVING. I AM CONVCERNED ABOUT THE SAFE...

Aug 26, 2002 Steering

I CAN FEEL THE STEERING SHAFT CLUNKING/CHUNKING/MOVING WITHIN THE STEERING COLUMN. THIS PROBLEM APPEARED WITHIN LAST 2 WEEKS. ADDITIONALLY, THE STEERING WHEEL IS NO LONGER CENTERED BUT ROTATED ABOUT 2 INCHES LEFT OF CENTER IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN STRAIGHT LINE OF DRIVING. I AM CONVCERNED ABOUT THE SAFE...

Jun 27, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL LIFT PUMP FAILURE COULD CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT, LOSS OF POWER WILL CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKES,POWER STEERING, AND CONTROL. THOUSANDS OF FAILURES HAVE OCCURRED, THE FAILED PART IS ON NATIONAL BACK ORDER DUE TO THE LARGE NUMBER OF SYSTEM FAILURES. CHRYSLER/DODGE HAS NOT ADDRESSED THIS ISSUE!!! *AK

Jun 27, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL LIFT PUMP FAILURE COULD CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT, LOSS OF POWER WILL CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKES,POWER STEERING, AND CONTROL. THOUSANDS OF FAILURES HAVE OCCURRED, THE FAILED PART IS ON NATIONAL BACK ORDER DUE TO THE LARGE NUMBER OF SYSTEM FAILURES. CHRYSLER/DODGE HAS NOT ADDRESSED THIS ISSUE!!! *AK

Jun 12, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE STOPPING OR SLOWING DOWN, FUMES FROM THE CRANKCASE FILL THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND COME INTO THE CAB. CONSUMER BELIEVES THAT THE FUMES ARE BEING CAUSED BY THE OPEN CRANKCASE SYSTEM AND STATES THAT THIS IS AN ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERSONAL HEALTH HAZARD. *YD

Jun 12, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE STOPPING OR SLOWING DOWN, FUMES FROM THE CRANKCASE FILL THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND COME INTO THE CAB. CONSUMER BELIEVES THAT THE FUMES ARE BEING CAUSED BY THE OPEN CRANKCASE SYSTEM AND STATES THAT THIS IS AN ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERSONAL HEALTH HAZARD. *YD

Jun 11, 2002 Equipment

I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW ON 6/01/01. ON 6/26/01 RETURNED TO DEALERSHIP FOR A RECALL AND AT THAT TIME I INFORMED THE DEALER OF THE MISSING "VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL". DEALER STATED "HE WOULD HAVE TO CONTACT DISTRICT MANAGER TO SEE ABOUT THIS ITEM. I HAVE CONTACTED THIS DEALER 3 MORE TIME OVER TH...

Jun 11, 2002 Equipment

I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW ON 6/01/01. ON 6/26/01 RETURNED TO DEALERSHIP FOR A RECALL AND AT THAT TIME I INFORMED THE DEALER OF THE MISSING "VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL". DEALER STATED "HE WOULD HAVE TO CONTACT DISTRICT MANAGER TO SEE ABOUT THIS ITEM. I HAVE CONTACTED THIS DEALER 3 MORE TIME OVER TH...

May 27, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SAME COMPONENTS HAVE FAILED THREE TIMES. SECOND 10/31/2001 THIRD 4/2002. CALIPER CONTINUES TO FAIL AND RUIN ROTOR AND DISCS. *AK

May 27, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SAME COMPONENTS HAVE FAILED THREE TIMES. SECOND 10/31/2001 THIRD 4/2002. CALIPER CONTINUES TO FAIL AND RUIN ROTOR AND DISCS. *AK

Mar 11, 2002 Suspension

MY TRUCK WANDERS ON THE ROAD. IT IS A CHALLANGE TO KEEP IT IN THE LANE AT HIGH WAY SPEEDS. I ALWAYS HAVE TO CONTINUE TO TRY TO STEER IT LEFT THEN RIGHT. THERE IS SEVERAL INCHES OF TRAVEL IN THE STEERING WHEEL BETWEEN GOING LEFT AND RIGHT. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY AND STAY IN YOUR...

Mar 11, 2002 Suspension

MY TRUCK WANDERS ON THE ROAD. IT IS A CHALLANGE TO KEEP IT IN THE LANE AT HIGH WAY SPEEDS. I ALWAYS HAVE TO CONTINUE TO TRY TO STEER IT LEFT THEN RIGHT. THERE IS SEVERAL INCHES OF TRAVEL IN THE STEERING WHEEL BETWEEN GOING LEFT AND RIGHT. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY AND STAY IN YOUR...

Feb 26, 2002 Suspension

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS ARE FAILING IN OUR FLEET (33000+ MILES). *AK

Feb 26, 2002 Suspension

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS ARE FAILING IN OUR FLEET (33000+ MILES). *AK

Feb 15, 2002 Steering Crash

LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING FORCED VEHICLE OVER AN EMBANKMENT. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND REPLACED STEERING GEAR BOX. PRIOR TO ACCIDENT, CONSUMER TOOK CAR TO DEALER EXPLAINING THAT THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT. DEALERSHIP DIDN'T CHECK ANYTHING, WHICH RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT. INSURANCE COMPA...

Feb 15, 2002 Steering Crash

LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING FORCED VEHICLE OVER AN EMBANKMENT. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND REPLACED STEERING GEAR BOX. PRIOR TO ACCIDENT, CONSUMER TOOK CAR TO DEALER EXPLAINING THAT THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT. DEALERSHIP DIDN'T CHECK ANYTHING, WHICH RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT. INSURANCE COMPA...

Feb 3, 2002 Air Bags Crash

MY VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CLIFF-SIDE AT 50 MPH. THE COLLISION WAS DIRECTLY HEAD-ON. NEITHER THE DRIVER'S NOR THE PASSENGER SIDE/ FRONT AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED DURING THIS CRASH.*AK

Feb 3, 2002 Air Bags Crash

MY VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CLIFF-SIDE AT 50 MPH. THE COLLISION WAS DIRECTLY HEAD-ON. NEITHER THE DRIVER'S NOR THE PASSENGER SIDE/ FRONT AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED DURING THIS CRASH.*AK

Feb 3, 2002 Air Bags Crash

MY VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CLIFF-SIDE AT 50 MPH. THE COLLISION WAS DIRECTLY HEAD-ON. NEITHER THE DRIVER'S NOR THE PASSENGER SIDE/ FRONT AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED DURING THIS CRASH.*AK

Feb 3, 2002 Air Bags Crash

MY VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CLIFF-SIDE AT 50 MPH. THE COLLISION WAS DIRECTLY HEAD-ON. NEITHER THE DRIVER'S NOR THE PASSENGER SIDE/ FRONT AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED DURING THIS CRASH.*AK

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, CLAIM 55-S396-819. *SLC

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED, VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS AND THE FIRE APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE ENGINE AREA, CLAIM 59-V606-925. *SLC

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, CLAIM 55-S396-819. *SLC

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED, VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS AND THE FIRE APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE ENGINE AREA, CLAIM 59-V606-925. *SLC

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, CLAIM 55-S396-819. *SLC

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED, VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS AND THE FIRE APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE ENGINE AREA, CLAIM 59-V606-925. *SLC

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, CLAIM 55-S396-819. *SLC

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED, VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS AND THE FIRE APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE ENGINE AREA, CLAIM 59-V606-925. *SLC

Nov 8, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEGAN ACTING FUNNY, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE AND THEN VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CLAIM 37-3264-228. *SLC

Nov 8, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEGAN ACTING FUNNY, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE AND THEN VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CLAIM 37-3264-228. *SLC

Nov 8, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEGAN ACTING FUNNY, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE AND THEN VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CLAIM 37-3264-228. *SLC

Nov 8, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEGAN ACTING FUNNY, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE AND THEN VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CLAIM 37-3264-228. *SLC

Nov 7, 2001 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHTS ARE GREAT ON LOW BEAM BUT DIFFUSE TO THE SIDES ON HIGH BEAMS. VERY LITTLE LIGHT IS FOCUSED ON THE CENTER OF THE ROAD. I HAVE HAD THE HEADLIGHTS ALIGNED TWICE. THEY ARE MUCH IMPROVED, BUT STILL UNSATISFACTORY. NEW, HIGHER POWERED HALOGEN BULBS HELPED SOME, BUT THE HIGH BEAM SIMPLY ...

Nov 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEGAN ACTING FUNNY, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, CLAIM 37-3264-228. *SLC

Nov 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEGAN ACTING FUNNY, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, CLAIM 37-3264-228. *SLC

Nov 7, 2001 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHTS ARE GREAT ON LOW BEAM BUT DIFFUSE TO THE SIDES ON HIGH BEAMS. VERY LITTLE LIGHT IS FOCUSED ON THE CENTER OF THE ROAD. I HAVE HAD THE HEADLIGHTS ALIGNED TWICE. THEY ARE MUCH IMPROVED, BUT STILL UNSATISFACTORY. NEW, HIGHER POWERED HALOGEN BULBS HELPED SOME, BUT THE HIGH BEAM SIMPLY ...

Nov 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEGAN ACTING FUNNY, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, CLAIM 37-3264-228. *SLC

Nov 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEGAN ACTING FUNNY, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, CLAIM 37-3264-228. *SLC

Oct 31, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS GOES OFF OVER MINOR BUMP SUCH AS THE WARNING BUMPS APPROACHING TOLL BOOTHS IN ILLINOIS. THIS IS A PROBLEM SLOWING FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE BRAKES LOSE PRESSURE LIKE NEAR COMPLETE BRAKE FADE AND ONE MUST APPLY EXCESSIVE PRESSURE TO STOP THE TRUCK. THIS COULD LEAD TO REAR EN...

Oct 31, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS GOES OFF OVER MINOR BUMP SUCH AS THE WARNING BUMPS APPROACHING TOLL BOOTHS IN ILLINOIS. THIS IS A PROBLEM SLOWING FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE BRAKES LOSE PRESSURE LIKE NEAR COMPLETE BRAKE FADE AND ONE MUST APPLY EXCESSIVE PRESSURE TO STOP THE TRUCK. THIS COULD LEAD TO REAR EN...

Oct 9, 2001 Visibility

BOTH EXTERIOR MIRRORS FLEW OFF VEHICLE WHILE PULLING A TRAILER AT 75 MPH. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND REPLACED MIRRORS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Oct 9, 2001 Visibility

BOTH EXTERIOR MIRRORS FLEW OFF VEHICLE WHILE PULLING A TRAILER AT 75 MPH. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND REPLACED MIRRORS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, CLAIM 55-S396-819. *SLC

Sep 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, CLAIM 55-S396-819. *SLC

Sep 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, CLAIM 55-S396-819. *SLC

Sep 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE, CLAIM 55-S396-819. *SLC

Aug 31, 2001 Steering

RIGHT AFTER PURCHASING THIS TRUCK THE DEALER REPLACED THE STEERING GEAR DUE TO EXCESSIVE CENTER POSITION PLAY. THE REPLACEMENT FELT BETTER, BUT HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AFTER 200 TO 300 MILES. UPON RETURNING TO THE DEALER AGAIN, I WAS TOLD THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG AFTER THEY TEST DROVE THE TRUCK. THE...

Aug 31, 2001 Steering

RIGHT AFTER PURCHASING THIS TRUCK THE DEALER REPLACED THE STEERING GEAR DUE TO EXCESSIVE CENTER POSITION PLAY. THE REPLACEMENT FELT BETTER, BUT HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AFTER 200 TO 300 MILES. UPON RETURNING TO THE DEALER AGAIN, I WAS TOLD THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG AFTER THEY TEST DROVE THE TRUCK. THE...

Aug 28, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON WET ROADS AND HYDROPLANED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE. METAL BRACKET OF STEERING WHEEL BROKE UPON IMPACT. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT DEALER. PLEAS ADD THE VIN #, MILEAGE AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THIS INCIDENT.*AK

Aug 28, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON WET ROADS AND HYDROPLANED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE. METAL BRACKET OF STEERING WHEEL BROKE UPON IMPACT. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT DEALER. PLEAS ADD THE VIN #, MILEAGE AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THIS INCIDENT.*AK

Aug 24, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS VEHICLE LEAKS OUT A SUBSTANCIAL AMOUNT OF ENGINE OIL THRU THE BREATHER TUBE WHEN DECENDING A GRADE STEEPER THAN 25 DEGREES. THIS CAUSES THE HOT OIL TO HIT THE ENGINE FAN WHERE IT IS FLUNG ALL OVER THE HOT ENGINE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLD CREATING A EXTREME FIRE DANGER. THIS CONDITION ALSO COATS THE ...

Aug 24, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS VEHICLE LEAKS OUT A SUBSTANCIAL AMOUNT OF ENGINE OIL THRU THE BREATHER TUBE WHEN DECENDING A GRADE STEEPER THAN 25 DEGREES. THIS CAUSES THE HOT OIL TO HIT THE ENGINE FAN WHERE IT IS FLUNG ALL OVER THE HOT ENGINE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLD CREATING A EXTREME FIRE DANGER. THIS CONDITION ALSO COATS THE ...

Aug 22, 2001 Trailer Hitches

CONSUMER WAS DISCONNECTING TRAILOR FROM THE HITCH, AND NOTICED THAT HOLE ON ONE SIDE WAS WORN OUT, CAUSING THE PIN TO MUSHROOM OUT. WEIGHT OF TRAILOR COULD BREAK THE PIN, LOSING ALL CONNECTIONS TO HITCH.*AK

Aug 22, 2001 Trailer Hitches

CONSUMER WAS DISCONNECTING TRAILOR FROM THE HITCH, AND NOTICED THAT HOLE ON ONE SIDE WAS WORN OUT, CAUSING THE PIN TO MUSHROOM OUT. WEIGHT OF TRAILOR COULD BREAK THE PIN, LOSING ALL CONNECTIONS TO HITCH.*AK

Jun 29, 2001 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING AT OR ABOVE 45 MPH, VEHICLE WILL "DRAG" OR PULL TO LEFT INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND STATED THAT SINCE THERE IS NO TSB FOR THIS PROBLEM, THERE IS NOTHING THAT CAN BE DONE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Jun 29, 2001 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING AT OR ABOVE 45 MPH, VEHICLE WILL "DRAG" OR PULL TO LEFT INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND STATED THAT SINCE THERE IS NO TSB FOR THIS PROBLEM, THERE IS NOTHING THAT CAN BE DONE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Jun 26, 2001 Steering

WHEN VEHICLE IS AT A STANDING POSITION STEERING WHEEL IS INOPERABLE. CONSUMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO FILING THIS COMPLAINT, AND WAS TOLD THAT VEHICLE NEEDED A LARGER POWER STEERING PUMP. CONSUMER HAD THIS REPAIR DONE, AND IS STILL EXPERIENCEING SAME PROBLEM. DEALER / MANUFACTURE...

Jun 26, 2001 Steering

WHEN VEHICLE IS AT A STANDING POSITION STEERING WHEEL IS INOPERABLE. CONSUMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO FILING THIS COMPLAINT, AND WAS TOLD THAT VEHICLE NEEDED A LARGER POWER STEERING PUMP. CONSUMER HAD THIS REPAIR DONE, AND IS STILL EXPERIENCEING SAME PROBLEM. DEALER / MANUFACTURE...

Jun 26, 2001 Steering

WHEN VEHICLE IS AT A STANDING POSITION STEERING WHEEL IS INOPERABLE. CONSUMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO FILING THIS COMPLAINT, AND WAS TOLD THAT VEHICLE NEEDED A LARGER POWER STEERING PUMP. CONSUMER HAD THIS REPAIR DONE, AND IS STILL EXPERIENCEING SAME PROBLEM. DEALER / MANUFACTURE...

Jun 26, 2001 Steering

WHEN VEHICLE IS AT A STANDING POSITION STEERING WHEEL IS INOPERABLE. CONSUMER CONTACTED MANUFACTURER 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO FILING THIS COMPLAINT, AND WAS TOLD THAT VEHICLE NEEDED A LARGER POWER STEERING PUMP. CONSUMER HAD THIS REPAIR DONE, AND IS STILL EXPERIENCEING SAME PROBLEM. DEALER / MANUFACTURE...

Jun 11, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON A DOWN GRADE VEHICLE WAS PICKING UP SPEED WHILE CONSUMER HAD BRAKES APPLIED. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE BECAUSE OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKING, WHICH CAUSED DRIVER TO SUSTAIN FOOT, LOWER LEG, NECK, AND BA INJURIES, WHILE PASSENGER SUFFERED BACK AND...

Jun 11, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON A DOWN GRADE VEHICLE WAS PICKING UP SPEED WHILE CONSUMER HAD BRAKES APPLIED. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE BECAUSE OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKING, WHICH CAUSED DRIVER TO SUSTAIN FOOT, LOWER LEG, NECK, AND BA INJURIES, WHILE PASSENGER SUFFERED BACK AND...

Jun 11, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON A DOWN GRADE VEHICLE WAS PICKING UP SPEED WHILE CONSUMER HAD BRAKES APPLIED. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE BECAUSE OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKING, WHICH CAUSED DRIVER TO SUSTAIN FOOT, LOWER LEG, NECK, AND BA INJURIES, WHILE PASSENGER SUFFERED BACK AND...

Jun 11, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON A DOWN GRADE VEHICLE WAS PICKING UP SPEED WHILE CONSUMER HAD BRAKES APPLIED. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE BECAUSE OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKING, WHICH CAUSED DRIVER TO SUSTAIN FOOT, LOWER LEG, NECK, AND BA INJURIES, WHILE PASSENGER SUFFERED BACK AND...

May 26, 2001 Air Bags

SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE CLOCK SPRING IN MODEL YEARS 1999 -2001. *AK

May 26, 2001 Air Bags

SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE CLOCK SPRING IN MODEL YEARS 1999 -2001. *AK

May 6, 2001 Power Train

WHEN YOU START THE MOTOR AND PUT IT IN DRIVE THE TACK WINDS OUT AND THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS REAL BAD AND WHEN IT DOES GRAB THE MOTOR STALLS I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES AND THE SAD TRUTH IS THEY SOLD ME A LEMON IS THERE ANY CHANCE FOR A REFUND. THIS WAS A SPECIAL ORDER VEHICLE I HAD TO ...

May 6, 2001 Power Train

WHEN YOU START IT AND PUT IT IN DRIVE THE TACK WINDS OUT AND THE TRANI SLIPS REAL BAD AND WHEN IT DOES CATCH IT KILLS THE MOTOR I TOOK MY TRUCK TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES . THE SAD TRUTH IS THEY SOLD ME A LEMON THIS WAS A SPECIAL ORDER VEHICLE I HAD TO WAIT THREE MONTHS FOR THIS. I PAID $35000 FOR A...

May 6, 2001 Power Train

WHEN YOU START THE MOTOR AND PUT IT IN DRIVE THE TACK WINDS OUT AND THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS REAL BAD AND WHEN IT DOES GRAB THE MOTOR STALLS I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES AND THE SAD TRUTH IS THEY SOLD ME A LEMON IS THERE ANY CHANCE FOR A REFUND. THIS WAS A SPECIAL ORDER VEHICLE I HAD TO ...

May 6, 2001 Power Train

WHEN YOU START IT AND PUT IT IN DRIVE THE TACK WINDS OUT AND THE TRANI SLIPS REAL BAD AND WHEN IT DOES CATCH IT KILLS THE MOTOR I TOOK MY TRUCK TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES . THE SAD TRUTH IS THEY SOLD ME A LEMON THIS WAS A SPECIAL ORDER VEHICLE I HAD TO WAIT THREE MONTHS FOR THIS. I PAID $35000 FOR A...

May 4, 2001 Steering Crash

IMPROPERLY HARDENED SHAFT USED IN THE STEERING COMPONENT. ROCKWELL HARDNESS NOT UP TO SPECS.*AK

May 4, 2001 Steering Crash

IMPROPERLY HARDENED SHAFT USED IN THE STEERING COMPONENT. ROCKWELL HARDNESS NOT UP TO SPECS.*AK

Apr 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN 5-6 TIMES FOR BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THEY GRAB/ RELEASE/ CATCH AND LOCK UP. DEALER KNOWS THERE IS A LEAK BUT CAN'T FIND IT. THEY HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS FOR 2 DATES, AND HAVEN'T SHOWED UP.*AK WHEN APPLIED, BRAKES WILL SUDDENLY RELEASE, WHEN THE BRAKES DO GRAB, THEY L...

Apr 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN 5-6 TIMES FOR BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THEY GRAB/ RELEASE/ CATCH AND LOCK UP. DEALER KNOWS THERE IS A LEAK BUT CAN'T FIND IT. THEY HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS FOR 2 DATES, AND HAVEN'T SHOWED UP.*AK WHEN APPLIED, BRAKES WILL SUDDENLY RELEASE, WHEN THE BRAKES DO GRAB, THEY L...

Apr 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN 5-6 TIMES FOR BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THEY GRAB/ RELEASE/ CATCH AND LOCK UP. DEALER KNOWS THERE IS A LEAK BUT CAN'T FIND IT. THEY HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS FOR 2 DATES, AND HAVEN'T SHOWED UP.*AK WHEN APPLIED, BRAKES WILL SUDDENLY RELEASE, WHEN THE BRAKES DO GRAB, THEY L...

Apr 18, 2001 Air Bags

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN 5-6 TIMES FOR BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THEY GRAB/ RELEASE/ CATCH AND LOCK UP. DEALER KNOWS THERE IS A LEAK BUT CAN'T FIND IT. THEY HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS FOR 2 DATES, AND HAVEN'T SHOWED UP.*AK WHEN APPLIED, BRAKES WILL SUDDENLY RELEASE, WHEN THE BRAKES DO GRAB, THEY L...

Apr 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN 5-6 TIMES FOR BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THEY GRAB/ RELEASE/ CATCH AND LOCK UP. DEALER KNOWS THERE IS A LEAK BUT CAN'T FIND IT. THEY HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS FOR 2 DATES, AND HAVEN'T SHOWED UP.*AK WHEN APPLIED, BRAKES WILL SUDDENLY RELEASE, WHEN THE BRAKES DO GRAB, THEY L...

Apr 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN 5-6 TIMES FOR BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THEY GRAB/ RELEASE/ CATCH AND LOCK UP. DEALER KNOWS THERE IS A LEAK BUT CAN'T FIND IT. THEY HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS FOR 2 DATES, AND HAVEN'T SHOWED UP.*AK WHEN APPLIED, BRAKES WILL SUDDENLY RELEASE, WHEN THE BRAKES DO GRAB, THEY L...

Apr 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN 5-6 TIMES FOR BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THEY GRAB/ RELEASE/ CATCH AND LOCK UP. DEALER KNOWS THERE IS A LEAK BUT CAN'T FIND IT. THEY HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS FOR 2 DATES, AND HAVEN'T SHOWED UP.*AK WHEN APPLIED, BRAKES WILL SUDDENLY RELEASE, WHEN THE BRAKES DO GRAB, THEY L...

Apr 18, 2001 Air Bags

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN 5-6 TIMES FOR BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THEY GRAB/ RELEASE/ CATCH AND LOCK UP. DEALER KNOWS THERE IS A LEAK BUT CAN'T FIND IT. THEY HAVE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS FOR 2 DATES, AND HAVEN'T SHOWED UP.*AK WHEN APPLIED, BRAKES WILL SUDDENLY RELEASE, WHEN THE BRAKES DO GRAB, THEY L...

Apr 16, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

PART OF THE INTERIOR BREAKS OFF AND BLOCKS THE EXHAUST WHICH CAUSES A LOSS OF POWER - HAS OCCURRED ON THE HIGHWAY WHICH IS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS WHEN PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 16, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

PART OF THE INTERIOR BREAKS OFF AND BLOCKS THE EXHAUST WHICH CAUSES A LOSS OF POWER - HAS OCCURRED ON THE HIGHWAY WHICH IS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS WHEN PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 10, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN VEHICLE IS USED RIGHT AFTER START UP ENGINE WILL JERK, AND NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY. IF ENGINE IS WARMED UP, THIS EVENT WILL NOT OCCUR. *AK DEALER STATED THAT FACTORY IS WORKING ON PROBLEM, HOWEVER THERE IS NO FIX AVAILABLE AT PRESENT TIME. *SLC

Apr 10, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN VEHICLE IS USED RIGHT AFTER START UP ENGINE WILL JERK, AND NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY. IF ENGINE IS WARMED UP, THIS EVENT WILL NOT OCCUR. *AK DEALER STATED THAT FACTORY IS WORKING ON PROBLEM, HOWEVER THERE IS NO FIX AVAILABLE AT PRESENT TIME. *SLC

Apr 6, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE WANDERS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEEDS. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE, AND CLAIMS VEHICLE IS WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS.*AK CONSUMER STATES IT TAKES TOO MUCH MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEPT HE VEHICLE ON COURSE. *SLC

Apr 6, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE WANDERS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEEDS. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE, AND CLAIMS VEHICLE IS WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS.*AK CONSUMER STATES IT TAKES TOO MUCH MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEPT HE VEHICLE ON COURSE. *SLC

Apr 6, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE WANDERS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEEDS. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE, AND CLAIMS VEHICLE IS WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS.*AK CONSUMER STATES IT TAKES TOO MUCH MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEPT HE VEHICLE ON COURSE. *SLC

Apr 6, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE WANDERS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEEDS. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE, AND CLAIMS VEHICLE IS WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS.*AK CONSUMER STATES IT TAKES TOO MUCH MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEPT HE VEHICLE ON COURSE. *SLC

Apr 1, 2001 Suspension

I JUST WANTED TO REPORT THIS ABOUT MY TRUCK , THE STEERING WANDERS ALL OVER THE ROAD AND HAVE HEARD FROM OTHER OWNERS THAT THEIRS DOES TO. I HAVE CARRIED IT TO THE DEALER ONE TIME AND THEY ADJUSTED THE STEERING WHEEL BUT IT HAS STARTED BACK AGAIN.

Apr 1, 2001 Suspension

I JUST WANTED TO REPORT THIS ABOUT MY TRUCK , THE STEERING WANDERS ALL OVER THE ROAD AND HAVE HEARD FROM OTHER OWNERS THAT THEIRS DOES TO. I HAVE CARRIED IT TO THE DEALER ONE TIME AND THEY ADJUSTED THE STEERING WHEEL BUT IT HAS STARTED BACK AGAIN.

Mar 29, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT DID NOT TIGHTEN UP DURING AN ACCIDENT AND I BOUNCED OFF THE STEERING WHEEL A COUPLE OF TIMES. THE SEAT BELT HAD NOT TIGHTEN UP AFTER REACHING FOR THE RADIO CONTROLS OR A DRINK, HUNG OUT THE DOOR WHEN SHUTTING IT, BUT WOULD ALWAYS TIGHTEN UP ONCE JANKED ON A COUPLE OF TIMES. N...

Mar 29, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT DID NOT TIGHTEN UP DURING AN ACCIDENT AND I BOUNCED OFF THE STEERING WHEEL A COUPLE OF TIMES. THE SEAT BELT HAD NOT TIGHTEN UP AFTER REACHING FOR THE RADIO CONTROLS OR A DRINK, HUNG OUT THE DOOR WHEN SHUTTING IT, BUT WOULD ALWAYS TIGHTEN UP ONCE JANKED ON A COUPLE OF TIMES. N...

Mar 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CRANK VENT SYSTEM DISCHARGES A LARGE AMOUNT OF VAPOR & HYDRO CARBON. WHEN THE HEAT IS ON IT SEEPS THROUGH DUCTS AND BURNS THE EYES. CHRYSLER IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. BUT, PROBLEM WILL COME BACK EACH TIME OIL IS CHANGED.*AK DEALER PERFORMED TSB 09-02-00, HOWEVER FUMES WERE EVIDENT FOR UP TO ...

Mar 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CRANK VENT SYSTEM DISCHARGES A LARGE AMOUNT OF VAPOR & HYDRO CARBON. WHEN THE HEAT IS ON IT SEEPS THROUGH DUCTS AND BURNS THE EYES. CHRYSLER IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. BUT, PROBLEM WILL COME BACK EACH TIME OIL IS CHANGED.*AK DEALER PERFORMED TSB 09-02-00, HOWEVER FUMES WERE EVIDENT FOR UP TO ...

Mar 6, 2001 Suspension

WHEN TOWING VEHICLE HAS JUMPED FROM SIDE TO SIDE, CHANGING LANES, WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. HAS BEEN TO DEALER TWICE. DEALER REPLACED FRONT END AND POWER STEERING. DID NOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK IT IS HARD TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT BUT THE CAUSE WAS NOT STILL FOUND. *YH

Mar 6, 2001 Steering

WHEN TOWING VEHICLE HAS JUMPED FROM SIDE TO SIDE, CHANGING LANES, WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. HAS BEEN TO DEALER TWICE. DEALER REPLACED FRONT END AND POWER STEERING. DID NOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK IT IS HARD TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT BUT THE CAUSE WAS NOT STILL FOUND. *YH

Mar 6, 2001 Suspension

WHEN TOWING VEHICLE HAS JUMPED FROM SIDE TO SIDE, CHANGING LANES, WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. HAS BEEN TO DEALER TWICE. DEALER REPLACED FRONT END AND POWER STEERING. DID NOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK IT IS HARD TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT BUT THE CAUSE WAS NOT STILL FOUND. *YH

Mar 6, 2001 Steering

WHEN TOWING VEHICLE HAS JUMPED FROM SIDE TO SIDE, CHANGING LANES, WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. HAS BEEN TO DEALER TWICE. DEALER REPLACED FRONT END AND POWER STEERING. DID NOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK IT IS HARD TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT BUT THE CAUSE WAS NOT STILL FOUND. *YH

Mar 5, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE HAS A WANDERING PROBLEM. 1ST TRIP TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS THEY SAID THEY ADJUSTED THE STEERING GEAR BOX. THAT DID NOT HELP. 2ND TRIP TO THE DEALER THEY REPLACED THE STEERING GEAR BOX. IT NOT TURNS EASIER BUT STILL WANDERS AND ALSO HAS A GROWLING SOUND FROM STEERING GEAR WHEN TURNING. I WILL B...

Mar 5, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE HAS A WANDERING PROBLEM. 1ST TRIP TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS THEY SAID THEY ADJUSTED THE STEERING GEAR BOX. THAT DID NOT HELP. 2ND TRIP TO THE DEALER THEY REPLACED THE STEERING GEAR BOX. IT NOT TURNS EASIER BUT STILL WANDERS AND ALSO HAS A GROWLING SOUND FROM STEERING GEAR WHEN TURNING. I WILL B...

Mar 5, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE HAS A WANDERING PROBLEM. 1ST TRIP TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS THEY SAID THEY ADJUSTED THE STEERING GEAR BOX. THAT DID NOT HELP. 2ND TRIP TO THE DEALER THEY REPLACED THE STEERING GEAR BOX. IT NOT TURNS EASIER BUT STILL WANDERS AND ALSO HAS A GROWLING SOUND FROM STEERING GEAR WHEN TURNING. I WILL B...

Mar 5, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE HAS A WANDERING PROBLEM. 1ST TRIP TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS THEY SAID THEY ADJUSTED THE STEERING GEAR BOX. THAT DID NOT HELP. 2ND TRIP TO THE DEALER THEY REPLACED THE STEERING GEAR BOX. IT NOT TURNS EASIER BUT STILL WANDERS AND ALSO HAS A GROWLING SOUND FROM STEERING GEAR WHEN TURNING. I WILL B...

Mar 2, 2001 Suspension

IT WASN'T THE TIRES IT IS THE FRONT END OF THE TRUCK ITSELF. *AK

Mar 2, 2001 Suspension

IT WASN'T THE TIRES IT IS THE FRONT END OF THE TRUCK ITSELF. *AK

Feb 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE PEDAL GOES TOO FAR DOWN AND IT IS POSITIONED TOO CLOSE TO ACCELERATOR PEDAL, CAUSING AN INTERFERENCE. *AK

Feb 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE PEDAL GOES TOO FAR DOWN AND IT IS POSITIONED TOO CLOSE TO ACCELERATOR PEDAL, CAUSING AN INTERFERENCE. *AK

Feb 16, 2001 Steering

FROM THE DAY THE TRUCK WAS DRIVEN OFF THE LOT, STEERING ACTION WAS NOTICEABLY "LOOSE". EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING IS APPROXIMATELY 5" BEFORE THE TRUCK WOULD START TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THIS CREATES WANDERING ON THE HIGHWAY REQUIRING CONSISTANT CORRECTION IN STEERING. ACCORDING TO SOME ...

Feb 16, 2001 Steering

FROM THE DAY THE TRUCK WAS DRIVEN OFF THE LOT, STEERING ACTION WAS NOTICEABLY "LOOSE". EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING IS APPROXIMATELY 5" BEFORE THE TRUCK WOULD START TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THIS CREATES WANDERING ON THE HIGHWAY REQUIRING CONSISTANT CORRECTION IN STEERING. ACCORDING TO SOME ...

Feb 16, 2001 Steering

FROM THE DAY THE TRUCK WAS DRIVEN OFF THE LOT, STEERING ACTION WAS NOTICEABLY "LOOSE". EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING IS APPROXIMATELY 5" BEFORE THE TRUCK WOULD START TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THIS CREATES WANDERING ON THE HIGHWAY REQUIRING CONSISTANT CORRECTION IN STEERING. ACCORDING TO SOME ...

Feb 16, 2001 Steering

FROM THE DAY THE TRUCK WAS DRIVEN OFF THE LOT, STEERING ACTION WAS NOTICEABLY "LOOSE". EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING IS APPROXIMATELY 5" BEFORE THE TRUCK WOULD START TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THIS CREATES WANDERING ON THE HIGHWAY REQUIRING CONSISTANT CORRECTION IN STEERING. ACCORDING TO SOME ...

Feb 1, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL IS OFF CENTER, STEERING DOES NOT RETURN TO CENTER, STEERING DRIFTS RIGHT AND LEFT AT ALL SPEEDS, CONSTANTLY HAVE TO CORRECT STEERING WHEEL WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. STEERING GEAR BOX SEAMS TO BE TO SENSITIVE AS YOU HAVE TO CONSTANTLY WORK AT KEEPING THE VEHICLE ON YOUR SIDE OF ...

Feb 1, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL IS OFF CENTER, STEERING DOES NOT RETURN TO CENTER, STEERING DRIFTS RIGHT AND LEFT AT ALL SPEEDS, CONSTANTLY HAVE TO CORRECT STEERING WHEEL WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. STEERING GEAR BOX SEAMS TO BE TO SENSITIVE AS YOU HAVE TO CONSTANTLY WORK AT KEEPING THE VEHICLE ON YOUR SIDE OF ...

Dec 26, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ON-GOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH FRONT WHEELS LOCKING UP WHEN APPLYING BRAKES. VEHICLE REMAINED IN DEALER'S SHOP, AND WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM.PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Dec 26, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ON-GOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH FRONT WHEELS LOCKING UP WHEN APPLYING BRAKES. VEHICLE REMAINED IN DEALER'S SHOP, AND WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM.PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Dec 20, 2000 Power Train

SOMETIMES VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR 4WD. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Dec 20, 2000 Power Train

SOMETIMES VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR 4WD. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Oct 31, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, CONSUMER WAS AWAKENED TO FIND VEHICLE ENGULFED IN FLAMES, APPEARS TO HAVE ORIGINATED IN ENGINE AREA, CLAIM 59-V609-925. *SLC

Oct 31, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, CONSUMER WAS AWAKENED TO FIND VEHICLE ENGULFED IN FLAMES, APPEARS TO HAVE ORIGINATED IN ENGINE AREA, CLAIM 59-V609-925. *SLC

Oct 31, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, CONSUMER WAS AWAKENED TO FIND VEHICLE ENGULFED IN FLAMES, APPEARS TO HAVE ORIGINATED IN ENGINE AREA, CLAIM 59-V609-925. *SLC

Oct 31, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED, CONSUMER WAS AWAKENED TO FIND VEHICLE ENGULFED IN FLAMES, APPEARS TO HAVE ORIGINATED IN ENGINE AREA, CLAIM 59-V609-925. *SLC

Sep 29, 2000 Equipment

THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE SPEAKER ARE INCORRECT FOR THE PREMIUM INFINITY STEREO SYSTEM. THE RESULTANT PROBLEM CAUSED THE STEREO DECK TO SHORT OUT COMPLETELY. THIS ALSO CAUSED CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT OF SMOKING. TACOMA DODGE ENDED UP HAVING TO REPLACE THE STEREO, ALL WIRING HARNESSES FOR THE STEREO SYS...

Sep 29, 2000 Equipment

THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE SPEAKER ARE INCORRECT FOR THE PREMIUM INFINITY STEREO SYSTEM. THE RESULTANT PROBLEM CAUSED THE STEREO DECK TO SHORT OUT COMPLETELY. THIS ALSO CAUSED CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT OF SMOKING. TACOMA DODGE ENDED UP HAVING TO REPLACE THE STEREO, ALL WIRING HARNESSES FOR THE STEREO SYS...

Sep 28, 2000 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WANDERED SIDE BY SIDE AND LOST CONTROL.ALSO, THE STEERING BOX HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE FOR LACK OF STEERING.

Sep 28, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WANDERED SIDE BY SIDE AND LOST CONTROL.ALSO, THE STEERING BOX HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE FOR LACK OF STEERING.

Sep 28, 2000 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WANDERED SIDE BY SIDE AND LOST CONTROL.ALSO, THE STEERING BOX HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE FOR LACK OF STEERING.

Sep 28, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WANDERED SIDE BY SIDE AND LOST CONTROL.ALSO, THE STEERING BOX HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE FOR LACK OF STEERING.

Mar 13, 2000 Steering

THE VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE STEERING THAT TENDS TO DART TO THE RIGHT AND THE LEFT CAUSED BY STEERING GEAR BOX. YH

Mar 13, 2000 Steering

THE VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE STEERING THAT TENDS TO DART TO THE RIGHT AND THE LEFT CAUSED BY STEERING GEAR BOX. YH