2001 Dodge Ram 3500: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Dodge Ram 3500: 1 recall, 130 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #01V153000 · 2001 · 216,100 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 assembly plant ("s" in the 11th VIN position) from May 16, 2000 through October 23, 2000; st. Louis north assembly plant ("j" in the 11th VIN position) from May 19, 2000 through October 23, 2000; lago alberto assembly plant ("m" in the 11th VIN position) from May…
Why it matters: When this occurs, the material could interfere with the clockspring ribbon and cause an open circuit. The driver air bag system will become disabled, and the air bag warning lamp will illuminate on the instrument panel.
The fix: 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 clockspring installed, will also be included in this campaign.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 19 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (31): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (17): the most common themes are steering problems (15).
- Suspension (14): the most common themes are steering problems (7).
- Transmission & drivetrain (14): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (7), noise or vibration (3).
The 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 has 130 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 22 Ram 3500 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 140). Complaints peaked in 2004 (22 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 83,237 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (58 complaints, 1 recalls), 2002 (44 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2001 Dodge Ram 3500. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 problems?
Owners have filed 130 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (31), steering (17), suspension (14).
Where can I get a 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 repair manual?
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