2001 Dodge RAM 1500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2001 Dodge RAM 1500 recalls

Most common 2001 Dodge RAM 1500 problems

Problem areas named in the 1,112 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Structure	548
Unknown Or Other	113
Power Train	102
Air Bags	87
Electrical System	87
Suspension	83
Engine And Engine Cooling	65
Steering	53
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	51
Tires	35

What owners report

2026-02-13, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owned a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while exiting a parking lot and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brake pedal floored, causing the contact to roll to a stop on the side of the road. The ABS and Brake Warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to drive at 2 MPH to their home. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed that the brake line had blown and replaced it where it had failed. Approximately 6 months later, the ABS and brake warning lights illuminated again. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed no leaks. When restarting the vehicle, the warning lights were no longer illuminated. While driving at an unknown speed, the ABS a

2025-11-21, Electrical System
While driving and operating the heater, unbeknowst to me leaves/pine needles had come in through the fresh air cowl vent and built up on the heater blower resistor resulting in a fire. This design in dangerous as the default for the air intake is open and allows debris to enter and drop directly into the fan and blower motor resistor. I've searched online and seen multiple reports of this issue. I have a video I can provide if contacted.

2024-03-28, Air Bags
Passenger side airbag exploded while sitting in my yard.

2023-06-14, Electrical System
The headlights no matter what bulbs I buy are extremely dim making it unsafe to drive at night. Now truck will not start for some unknown reason. It tries to turn over but will not crank. The mileage flashes NO BUS. I was literally only getting at best 8 miles per gallon.

2023-01-08, Unknown Or Other
2001 Dodge Ram Dashboard is an extreme safety hazard due to the cracking. I have owned this vehicle for 12 years and it's been garaged kept for 8 years. The dash started with a crack and then a hole was created when hitting a bump. Then I had a mechanic work on the heater, and the dash basically disintegrated when moving it. The holes on this dashboard are absurd. A review of safety information identified others who reported this problem to NHTSA and many more complaints on online message boards. This dashboard creates a safety issue for all personnel in the vehicle in case of an accident since projectiles (pieces of the dash that crumble) will fly. Also, there are other components un

2001 Dodge RAM 1500 questions

Does the 2001 Dodge RAM 1500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2001 Dodge RAM 1500: Tires; Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge RAM 1500?

Based on 1,112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (548), Unknown Or Other (113), Power Train (102).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Dodge RAM 1500 has been fixed?

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