Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH in reverse, he noticed that the steering wheel had become abnormally loose. The contact attempted to drive forward but he turned the wheel right and the vehicle went left. The contact then exited the vehicle and noticed that the sub frame was rusted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 11-04-13 *bf updated 11/8/2013
1998 Dodge RAM 1500 body complaints
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Dashboard has been disintegrating the last few years. Whole chunks have been falling through, including where the VIN plate is located. I'm not happy because I have always used a full windshield sun shade. Date when it started is approximate (a guess).
Dashboard is cracking.
Whole dash has open hole the size of a football, and cracks from drivers side to passenger side. More open space than dash left. It cracks, breaks, and crumbles to where tape doesn't even work anymore. Falls into cab and behind dash.
I have owned the 1998 dodge ram 1500 4x4 new in the dash is cracked.
I was cleaning front windshield. July 2007 was the first time I saw the dash panel crack ,how long it had been there I do not know.
This is my second dodge ram that my dash has cracked and came apart. The last one was a 2002 dodge ram. With the sharp edges this causes and the wiring dangers this is defenatly a hazard and dodge should recall all these trucks and replace at no charge. I have seen countless web sites with so many people complaining about the same thing its rediculas dodge can get by with this... So much for american workmanship...
The dash board began to crack, now it is virtually non existent. I cannot place anything on the dash because it has huge chunks missing. If I roll down my windows on the interstate, some more pieces of the dash fall off . It is unusable. It may be a hazard because small sharp plastic parts should not be in front of the driver. I have cut my hand on the edges when I was picking up all the broken shards of plastic. I am appalled that dodge is not accountable for shortcomings in nearly every single dodge pickup truck. I have had mechanics that have told me to go elsewhere, because they did not want to be responsible for the inevitable breaking of the dash that occurs when you have to work on the interior.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the dashboard fractured into pieces. The contact also stated that both side view mirrors fractured down the middle when the defrost system was activated. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 160,000.
I have a 1998 dodge ram 1500 quad cab sport 360 4x4 with the 5.9. My dash has now started cracking and the crack is getting worse. As of right now, the crack is about 4 inches in length and is spreading. It is located right above the instrument panel and close to the vent by the front glass. I have been a dedicated dodge owner along with evening owning a dodge website (www.dodge-chat.com) and I have to say this is a big disappointment that dodge has not taken care of this issue. I think dodge needs to step up to the plate and acknowledge that this is a big issue.
Dash cracked and is close to becoming a hole. Why has this not been a recall issue I know of at least 200 other dodge ram owners who have the same problem and that is just in tampa fl. Stop dragging your feet and save us some money from them cutting cost and doing it wrong the first time.
The dashboard on my 1998 dodge ram has cracked and fallen into the electrical components in several places. It seems to be a problem with the plastic itself as no external sources caused the damage. It started happening in february of 2009 and has gotten steadily worse.the plastic has become so sharp and brittle that driving on a bumpy road will actually cause pieces to fall into the dash.this could be a safety issue if the vehicle was involved in crash, the dashboard could become airborne in shards. These shards of plastic are sharp enough to cause serious injury if they were to strike your face or eyes. The pieces fall into the dashboard and onto electrical components, once they fall into this position it is almost impossible to remove them from the inside of the dashboard. I can see future electrical problems such as a vehicle fire resulting from the sharp shards of plastic being in contact with wiring that is now exposed as a result of the plastic falling away. I have contacted dodge but was advised that no recall exists and therefore they will not replace the dashboard. It seems that a simple fix on their behalf could avoid major problems with somebody getting seriously injured. An internet search has revealed that there are hundreds of complaints of the same nature, I have owned a dodge vehicle for almost my entire adult life and I am now looking to purchase a new ford this year because I am so concerned about this problem.
The dashboard started cracking. It has been several years now, but it has gotten alot worse. I mean alot worse. I've never seen cracking of the dashboard quite this bad ever in my life.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that there was a fracture in the dashboard.the vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 89,000 and the current mileage was 108,450.
Dash has numerous cracks. Concerned about the passenger air bag being deployed and causing injury when parts of dash come off.
1998 dodge ram 1500 & 1999 dodge ram 2500. Cracking dashboard on 1998 and 1999 dashboard has completely fell out.
I own a 1998 dodge ram 1500 extended cab. I bought the vehicle new. For several years the dash has been cracking and the plastic air conditioning vents are falling apart. I have made no repairs and it needs fixing. Also the rear end is roaring probably from a bearing going bad. Other than this problem, it has been a good truck.
Dash in my 1998 dodge ram 1500 has cracks and keeps getting worse.
Dash cracked in the area of passenger side air bag.
My dodge truck 1998 ram 1500 dashboard is cracking and has been for several years. The cracks now are moving toward the panel of instruments and the cracks are coming together to make holes I can not get the evaporator for my air conditioner fixed due to the faulty dash. I contacted chrysler and stated that there is no recall and would not repair dash. I went online and this appears to be a common problems with the ram 1500 my truck is kept inside when not being used and is up to date on all maintenance.
I own a 1998 dodge ram 1500 truck that has a strange issue. For years I have suffered with a cracked dashboard that continues to deteriorate. There are many exposed elements that I feel would compromise my safety if I were involved in an accident in this vehicle. The sharp edges made by the cracks are also a hazard as well. Just today, I have learned that countless dodge owners have this problem as well and the company has seemed to turn a deaf ear. I actually stumbled across the information about the large number of complaints as I was searching online to find a replacement for my vehicle dashboard. I have been using mats and towels or whatever I could conjure to cover up the problem for a year or so, but now the damage is way more than that type of "bandaid" can fix. For the most part, what I have learned is that to purchase a replacement of the same type of dash is a waste of money, because the quality of the material is still the same, and it will eventually fail as well. I certainly feel that dodge is responsible for replacement of the said part due to their negligence in ensuring the safety and stability of this component. It is by no means coincidental that all the people have the exact same complaint. I have owned many vehicles and never have I had such an experience!
Severely cracking dash, producing sharp edges and large shards potentially causing injury to driver and passengers.
1998 dodge ram dashboard is crumbling into little pieces. I smell burnt wires coming from my dash sometimes. I feel it may start a fire.
My dashboard has cracked all over where it mounts to the frame and there are little sharp pieces floating around the cracked areas.
The dash comes apart into small pieces.
Noticed in 2004 the dash of my 98 dodge ram 1500 was beginning to crack and recently noticed it has gotten considerably worse too where a big piece has came out.
My son and I purchased a1998 dodge ram 1500 club cab pick up truck and the dash started coming apart (cracking/collapsing in chunks) and in one instance after driving down the bumpy dirt roads here in sc (which is like driving down a set of railroad tracks at times even at low speeds). Part of the dash flew up a caught me in the eye and face. I wear glass', so I didn't suffer serious injury, but could have easy enough. I have since used a cover, but so much of the dash has now fallen apart that's not a solution anymore. I'm not sure who designed this dash, but I also drive a 05 dodge durango and a 06 dodge police charger and this has not yet happened in them. The dash seems to have gotten worse and worse to the point I'm not sure what's holding it to the rest of the truck. This is dangerous and we need a new dash or to have some type of hard cover. Doesn't seem fair we would have to spend the extra money.
Plastic dash on 1998 dodge ram 1500. The dash started with 1 small crack then the whole dash is cracked everywhere. If involved in a wreck the dash would be dangerous to everyone inside from the flying pieces.
1998 dodge 1500 dash cracked and came apart in two places, has very sharp edges that can cut hands.
Dash on 1998 and 1999 dodge ram cracked. Pcs could come loose and cause a wreck. Also paint is defective paint. Just like the problem ford had with there car and trucks.
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