2000 Dodge RAM 3500 recalls and problems

The 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 has 1 safety recall and 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Dodge dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

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Injuries / deaths

6 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Dodge RAM 3500 recalls

Recall 01V-153: Air Bags

Reported May 8, 2001 · 216,100 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: 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 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 23, 2000 through october 23, 2000; and saltillo assembly plant ("g" in the 11th VIN position) from may 23, 2000 through october 23, 2000. Important: vehicles that have already had the proper clockspring installed, according to warranty records, have been excluded from this recall. In addition, 1997-2000 model year vehicles that have had a suspect replacement clockspring installed, according to warranty records, have been added to this recall.

Risk: 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.

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. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2000 Dodge RAM 3500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	11
Power Train	9
Electrical System	9
Structure	9
Engine and Engine Cooling	8
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	5
Steering	5
Fuel System, Other	5
Visibility	2
Equipment	2
Fuel System, Diesel	2
Air Bags	2

Most reported parts

Suspension › Front — 6
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 6
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 5
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 3
Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 2
Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System — 2
Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under Dash — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 87,285 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 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 77,571 miles · reported Apr 3, 2015

The cracking has done nothing but get worse. The dash has begun having chucks of broken plastic fall off into the instrumentation and on the floor. It has disproportionately devalued the truck. The dash should be replaced by dodge along with the bezel on the instrument cluster which has 2 cracks in it. The cracks in the dash are also were inhibiting the defroster from clearing the windshield when fogged up on the inside. This was proving very dangerous until I removed the pieces that were blocking the air flow.

Air Bags · reported Apr 23, 2014

Had a car pull out in front of me and air bags did not deploy in crash. Excessive front end damage, insurance totaled truck. Also had a friend 2 weeks prior involved in a crash with excessive front end damage, insurance totaled his truck and his air bags did not deploy. His truck was a 2006 ram 3500. Does dodge have an air bag problem in these trucks? Seem to.

Structure · at 150,000 miles · reported Jul 7, 2013

Dodge case # [xxx] cracked dashboard due to defective plastic when truck was manufactured in 2000. Vehicle was parked in an insulated enclosed garage except when being driven. Due to the severe cracks, sharp pieces could potentially fly through the cab upon impact during an accident causing serious to fatal cuts. There should be a recall on the defectives dashboards. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (Foia), 5 U.S.c. 552(B)(6).

Equipment · reported Jul 27, 2012

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. My truck popped out of park,ran through it's parking brake, the door knocked me down and the front tire of my dodge 3500 ran over both of my legs and my arm. It broke my legs but did not brake my arm. I AM still recovering. At first I thought it was my fault until I learned that this happens a lot and people even die as a result of this injury. It is not one particular kind of vehicle either and the attorney's do not…

Engine · at 98,000 miles · reported Jul 11, 2012

The contact owns a 2000 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that he heard a knocking noise coming from the engine while driving at all speeds. The failure also occurred while stopped. The vehicle was taken to three different repair shops and the contact was informed that the motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 98,000. The VIN was unavailable.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Dodge RAM 3500: 01V-153 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Dodge RAM 3500?

Owners report suspension problems most often (11 reports), followed by power train (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 87,285 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.