2001 Dodge RAM Pickup
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 20
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 20 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 14 |
Known problem areas
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
9 of 20 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and frame and members.
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Dash is falling in,cracking, causing opportunity for damage or cuts to users.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-08-11
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-05
While driving the vehicle cab fell onto the frame rail. The body around the front cab mount had cracked and broke. Which resulting in the cab disconnecting from the front of the vehicle. Please provide more details.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-05
Power train
3 of 20 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and clutch assembly.
Service brakes
3 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-19
Air bags
2 of 20 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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While driving at 65 MPH, the consumer's vehicle collided head on with a another vehicle. The passengers were wearing seat belts, but the air bags did not deploy. The driver sprained a foot, broke a wrist,2 passengers sustained head lacerations.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-07
Air bag failed to deploy on frontal impact. Nlm
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-06
Visibility
1 of 20 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2001-09-20Preliminary evaluationClosed 2002-02-19 Engine compartment electrical fires
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2008-07-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-12-17 2000-2001 Dodge RAM Pickup hood latch
Buy-smart checklist
2001 Dodge RAM Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.