2000 Dodge RAM 2500
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 168 |
| 1995 | 267 |
| 1996 | 291 |
| 1997 | 213 |
| 1998 | 225 |
| 1999 | 313 |
| 2000 | 211 |
| 2001 | 468 |
| 2002 | 155 |
| 2003 | 661 |
| 2004 | 579 |
| 2005 | 422 |
| 2006 | 668 |
| 2007 | 361 |
| 2008 | 317 |
| 2009 | 214 |
| 2010 | 236 |
| 2011 | 297 |
| 2012 | 282 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
21% of complaints: structure — 44 distinct reports on file.
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STARTED TRUCK UP AND COMMENCED TO TRAVEL TO MY DESTINATION. DURING THAT TRIP THERE WAS A LOUD SNAP AND THE DASH PAD DEVELOPED A CRACK WHICH HAS SINCE TURNED INTO MANY CRACKS WITH A PIECE OF THE PAD FALLING DOWN INSIDE THE DASH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130325
I CLEANED THE DUST OFF THE DASH BOARD AND NOTICED A CRACK FORMING FROM ONE OF THE VENTS, ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, AT THE WINDSHIELD MOVING TOWARD THE INTERIOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120420
9% of complaints: steering — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
They Did Not INCLUDE THE 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 Yet I have had the same experience several times.When travelling at highway speeds and hitting a bump or pot-hole in the road, the front end begins to shake violently and does not stop until the driver...
NHTSA ODI report, 20210622
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60-70 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND STEERING BECAME UNCONTROLLABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120522
5% of complaints: structure — 10 distinct reports on file.
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DASH CRACKED AND SHATTERED TO PIECES, WITH NO REASON APPARENT REASON AND/OR WITHOUT OPERATOR'S CONTROL. PART OF IT HAPPENED WHEN I WAS DRIVING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180109
5% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS. SOUND DEADENER MATERIAL INSIDE THE STEERING WHEEL COULD BECOME DETACHED FROM THE COVER AND HOUSING. NOTE: THE RAM PICKUP TRUCKS WERE BUILT AT THE WARREN ASSE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 18, 2001. ALSO SOME 1997-200 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES THAT, ACCORDING TO WARRANTY RECORDS, HAVE HAD A SUSPECT REPLACEMENT CLOC
Campaign 01V153000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT K&N FUEL PERFORMANCE KITS, P/NOS. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, AND 57-1530. ALSO, A SMALL PERCENTAGE OF THESE KITS WERE SOLD UNDER THE MOPAR PERFORMAN
Remedy: K&N WILL PROVIDE OWNERS WITH A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 20, 2006.
Campaign 06E024000 — check if this car was fixed
2000-2001 DODGE RAM PICKUP HOOD LATCH
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Dodge RAM 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (44 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V153000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E024000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.