2001 Dodge Ram Pickup Recalls

No recalls on record Updated July 2026

No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2001 Dodge Ram Pickup. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the structure. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Complaints by component

STRUCTURE
6
2injuries
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
2
1crashes3injuries
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
1
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
1
SERVICE BRAKES
1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
1
STEERING
1
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
1
Total complaints21

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“My dashboard began to crack about a year ago so I purchased an aftermarket cover. It did not stop the cracking and now the top of the dash has shattered and in danger of collapsing. My concern is there are multiple sharp and pointed pieces of plastic that could cause a serious if not fatal injury…”

STRUCTURE · reported 2012-05-01

“Rear brake line blew at 142000 miles, front drivers side brake line blew at 143000 miles, dodge should have used some kind of anti-corrosion lines, all the brake lines on my truck are very rusty, like they have been submerged in sea water. Google the problem, everyone has it. Dodge should issue a…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2011-09-07

“The dashboard on my truck is cracked in two or three places. Don't remember when it happen but have heard a lot of other trucks or having the same problem. I knew the warranty had ran out so I didn't figure anyone would do anything to fix it.”

UNKNOWN OR OTHER · reported 2011-08-01

“I purchased my 2001 dodge ram 1500 4x4 used with a cracked dash. The original owner stated it cracked the second year he owned it with only approximately 33,000 miles on the truck. It happens on almost every dodge ram truck manufactured from 1998-2006 and there are millions of complaints filed…”

STRUCTURE · reported 2011-01-21

“2001 dodge ram dashboard falling apart. Exposing wiring to sun, and has potential to damage electrical wiring for interior and exterior lights. Numerous reports online about this problem, and dodge manufacturer not issuing a recall for an obvious safety issue, or potential safety issue for those…”

STRUCTURE · reported 2010-07-16

“I purchased the vehicle in late 2005 used in ft walton beach fl. It had approx 47000 miles on it. No cracks in the dashboard. In mid-06 cracks appeared almost over night. Now it is cracked in numerous places and a piece of the dash fell in. *jb”

STRUCTURE · reported 2006-06-15

“Dash is falling in,cracking, causing opportunity for damage or cuts to users. *tr”

STRUCTURE · reported 2006-01-01

“My 2001 dodge ram pick-up dashboard is completely falling apart. That increases the odds of possible shock or equipment failure or fire hazard, if it gets wet or damaged due to exposure. This is a widespread problem and a recall is necessary. *tr”

STRUCTURE · reported 2004-07-01

Defect investigations

Investigation PE01034 Opened 2001-09-20 · closed 2002-02-19

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ELECTRICAL FIRES

Investigation PE08047 Opened 2008-07-25 · closed 2008-12-17

2000-2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP HOOD LATCH

THE AGENCY OPENED THIS INVESTIGATION BASED ON 30 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING THAT THE HOODS ON MODEL YEAR (MY) 2000 AND 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCKS FLEW UP AND BLOCKED THE DRIVER'S VISION.THESE VEHICLES HAVE A PRIMARY HOOD LATCH AND A SECONDARY (BACKUP) HOOD LATCH.THE SECONDARY LATCH IS DESIGNED TO SECURE THE HOOD IF THE…

Investigation PE08047 Opened 2008-07-25 · closed 2008-12-17

2000-2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP HOOD LATCH

THE AGENCY OPENED THIS INVESTIGATION BASED ON 30 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING THAT THE HOODS ON MODEL YEAR (MY) 2000 AND 2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCKS FLEW UP AND BLOCKED THE DRIVER'S VISION.THESE VEHICLES HAVE A PRIMARY HOOD LATCH AND A SECONDARY (BACKUP) HOOD LATCH.THE SECONDARY LATCH IS DESIGNED TO SECURE THE HOOD IF THE…

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2001 Dodge Ram Pickup as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.