There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Dodge Dodge Truck, but owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA.
2001 Dodge Dodge Truck problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 7 | |
| Suspension | 6 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | |
| Steering | 4 | |
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Equipment | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
- Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 2
- Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm — 2
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 2
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 2
- Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Upper Ball Joint — 2
- Suspension › Front — 1
- Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion) — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2001 Dodge Dodge Truck complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Structure · reported Aug 19, 2008
My 2001 dodge dakota leaked water to the right or passenger side of the cab compartment (Every time it rained. It was first noticed during the summer of 06" it first appeared on the floor of the front seat. After tearing up all the carpet I found that the water was actually coming in from behind the rear seat. There is a seam about half way up in the right rear corner and that is where the water is coming in I tried to patched it as best I could. So far I have been lucky.
Structure · at 67,000 miles · reported Feb 11, 2008
I have a 2001 dodge ram 1500 slt quad cab that was purchased used in 2002. When I purchased the truck there were no problems. A couple months after I noticed a crack starting in the dash that ended up being the fist of many holes that formed in the dash. After doing some searching I found that I was not the only one with this problem. Almost everyone I talked to in town and across the us, via the internet, were experiencing the same problem I had. Some were very subtle while others were to the point of being dangerous. Mine at the moment is purely cosmetic and has not interfered with any of…
Structure · reported Nov 26, 2007
2001 dodge sport 1/2 ton pickup truck has several cracks in dash. Last week, one section of dash completely fell in. Concerned this problem could now effect wiring.
Unknown or Other · at 10 miles · reported Jun 7, 2007
My 2001 dodge dash started cracking a few months ago. Now I have a big hole where part of it once was. Cracks are getting bigger and I AM afraid that more holes will follow.
Structure · at 70,000 miles · reported May 9, 2007
I AM an owner of a 2001 dodge ram 1500 truck. I too have issues with the dashboard cracking. There are several cracks now in the dashboard. I AM not the original owner of the vehicle, but what I first noticed shortly after my purchase in 2006 was a small area on the dashboard where it met the windshield on the passenger side of the vehicle. In this area, a small piece actually broke out. There was a crack running from the front to the back of the dashboard in this area. I didn't think anything of it as it was a used vehicle. However, there were several front to back cracks on the entire…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Dodge Dodge Truck have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Dodge Dodge Truck as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Dodge Dodge Truck?
Owners report structure problems most often (7 reports), followed by suspension (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 miles.
Are Dodge recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Dodge dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.