Does the 2001 Dodge RAM 2500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Dodge RAM 2500, the most recent reported on May 8, 2001 (Air bags). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge RAM 2500?

Owners have filed 469 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (181 complaints), followed by steering (69).

How many 2001 Dodge RAM 2500 complaints mention a crash or fire?

20 of 469 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 17 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 Dodge RAM 2500 recalls and problems

1 recall and 469 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Dodge RAM 2500.

recalls

469

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 Dodge RAM 2500 recalls

Air bags

NHTSA campaign 01V153000 · reported May 8, 2001 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 216,100 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The 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.
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. 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Structure181
Steering69
Suspension39
Unknown or other33
Power train28
Engine and engine cooling26
Service brakes, hydraulic23
Electrical system19
Air bags18
Tires16

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 25, 2026 · Air bags
I own a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 with the 5.9L Cummins diesel, manufactured in September 2000, with approximately 197,000 miles. The AIRBAG warning light now remains illuminated continuously, and the steering-wheel cruise-control buttons are completely inoperative. The horn still works. I performed the…

Aug 30, 2024 · Unknown or other
My 2001 Dodge Ram Instrument Panel has cracked in three pieces causing the defroster & vents to stop working recently due to the moisture/UV Issue. I'm aware of this problem because I participated in the investigation as manager of validation and testing for the manufacturer, Textron Automotive. How can I get a…

Apr 2, 2024 · Air bags
I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. In 2003, I noticed parts of the dash, starting to break apart. In 2004, I had a major head on collision, and the airbag, did NOT deploy. The damage was extensive, with bent frame. The damage was $17,000 in 2004. I was told by the Chrysler Dealership, that did the repairs, that they could…

May 8, 2023 · Unknown or other
Hood latch Hood came off while driving.

Feb 6, 2023 · Unknown or other
I own a 2001 Dodge RAM 2500 and the truck’s dashboard is disintegrating. Pieces have fallen into my heating system, and I believe that is what’s causing my vacuum issue! It is winter time right now, and i was stranded in 10° weather for hours. I could not stay warm by running the trucks because of these pieces getting…

RAM 2500 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	1	211	11	5
2001	1	469	20	11
2002	0	155	10	1
2003	6	661	30	2
2004	6	582	49	7

Across all years, the 2006 RAM 2500 has the most complaints (670). All Dodge RAM 2500 years →

Questions

Does the 2001 Dodge RAM 2500 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Dodge RAM 2500, the most recent reported on May 8, 2001 (Air bags). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge RAM 2500?: Owners have filed 469 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (181 complaints), followed by steering (69).
How many 2001 Dodge RAM 2500 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 20 of 469 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 17 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 25, 2026.