MYRModel Year Report

2000 Dodge RAM 3500

▲ Better than typical
2000 Dodge RAM 3500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:34.943Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
58
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Suspension

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 4 complaints 1991 1992: 10 complaints 1993: 20 complaints 1994: 70 complaints 1994 1995: 108 complaints 1996: 124 complaints 1997: 125 complaints 1997 1998: 105 complaints 1999: 104 complaints 2000: 58 complaints 2000 58 2001: 130 complaints 2002: 44 complaints 2003: 286 complaints 2003 2004: 214 complaints 2005: 196 complaints 2006: 257 complaints 2006 2007: 210 complaints 2008: 173 complaints 2009: 105 complaints 2009 2010: 150 complaints 2011: 225 complaints 2012: 365 complaints 2012
1991: 4 complaints 1991 1992: 10 complaints 1993: 20 complaints 1993 1994: 70 complaints 1995: 108 complaints 1995 1996: 124 complaints 1997: 125 complaints 1997 1998: 105 complaints 1999: 104 complaints 2000: 58 complaints 2000 58 2001: 130 complaints 2002: 44 complaints 2003: 286 complaints 2003 2004: 214 complaints 2005: 196 complaints 2005 2006: 257 complaints 2007: 210 complaints 2007 2008: 173 complaints 2009: 105 complaints 2009 2010: 150 complaints 2011: 225 complaints 2011 2012: 365 complaints
1991: 4 complaints 1991 1992: 10 complaints 1992 1993: 20 complaints 1993 1994: 70 complaints 1994 1995: 108 complaints 1995 1996: 124 complaints 1996 1997: 125 complaints 1997 1998: 105 complaints 1998 1999: 104 complaints 1999 2000: 58 complaints 2000 58 2001: 130 complaints 2001 2002: 44 complaints 2002 2003: 286 complaints 2003 2004: 214 complaints 2004 2005: 196 complaints 2005 2006: 257 complaints 2006 2007: 210 complaints 2007 2008: 173 complaints 2008 2009: 105 complaints 2009 2010: 150 complaints 2010 2011: 225 complaints 2011 2012: 365 complaints 2012

2000: 58 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19914
199210
199320
199470
1995108
1996124
1997125
1998105
1999104
200058
2001130
200244
2003286
2004214
2005196
2006257
2007210
2008173
2009105
2010150
2011225
2012365

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Suspension

19% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing front and wheel bearing.

Structure

16% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing frame and members and body.

Power train

16% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

On April 2, 2012 I went to a ranch that I work at, put my truck in park, put the brake on, and opened the gate. I drove through and did the same procedure to go to close the gate.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-27

Also filed under Equipment

Consumer states Dodge RAM 3500 diesel popped out of park causing injuries *tgw the consumer stated the door of the vehicle hit her and the truck ran over her, breaking both of her legs.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-12

Transmission problem that Dodge has know about for years and refuses to repair- automatic transmission, governor solenoid, and sensor causing no transmission up-shift.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-04

Electrical system

12% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and front underhood.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Consumer states this is the second major problem they have experienced with the engine, in March the engine was rebuilt, the oil was changed 1-2 weeks prior to the fire, the fire appeared to have started from the alternator, the fire caused the...

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-26

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Steering

9% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2001-06-18Air bags01V153000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2002-06-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 2002-10-01 Tire valve
  3. I
    2008-07-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-12-17 2000-2001 Dodge Ram pickup hood latch

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Dodge RAM 3500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 01V153000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Dodge RAM 3500?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.