There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Dodge RAM Van, but owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA.
2000 Dodge RAM Van problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 7 | |
| Suspension | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 5 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Tires | 3 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 5
- Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 2
- Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion) — 1
- Suspension › Rear — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
- Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
- Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 49,000 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 2000 Dodge RAM Van complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Structure · at 256,000 miles · reported Jun 15, 2019
Hvac dripping into right frame horn causing severe rust affecting steering linkage, and loss of vehicle control. No appropriate drain tube to route moisture away from frame was installed at the factory. Very dangerous!
Structure · reported Jul 13, 2017
Urgent safety issue: driving down the road vehicle loses complete steer ability!!! Had towed to dealership and found frame rusted through (Due to factory routing of A/C water drainage) and caused steering mechanism to separate where the steering connection is!!! Dealership is not acknowledging a recall nor resolution and based on the number of these vehicles still on the road (Now primarily as low budget work vans) I fully expect to see injury and deaths if this is not addressed immediately!!! I have done all I know to do (Including searching the web where I see multiple alerts to similar…
Power Train · at 140,432 miles · reported Mar 22, 2016
The contact owns a 2000 dodge ram van. While attempting to place the vehicle into the park position, the vehicle independently shifted into the reverse position without warning. In addition, the ignition key failed to disengage from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 07v555000 (Power train). The failure mileage was 140,432. Updated 06/29/16 updated 06/30/16.
Service Brakes · at 160,000 miles · reported Dec 29, 2015
The contact owns a 2000 dodge ram van. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed but only the front brakes functioned. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The brake warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the computer needed to be reset. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000. The VIN was not available.
Structure · at 36,000 miles · reported May 9, 2014
While coming back from some errands as I pulled into my driveway I heard a big snap on my front end and bang and scrapping on pavement as soon as I stopped to look the whole piece of the stabilizer bar fell off the front end chassis and as I looked on front end I noticed heavy corrosion on drivers side where steering box is located as of now vehicle is very unsafe to drive any where there is heavy corrosion this vehicle"s front end. I just recently bought this car from town and country used auto dealer in abington massachusetts I need van because it is handicap edition I have a handicap son…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Dodge RAM Van have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Dodge RAM Van as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Dodge RAM Van?
Owners report structure problems most often (7 reports), followed by suspension (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 49,000 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.