Dodge ram 1500 dashboard - first began cracking in 2006. Dealer was made aware of problem and refuesed to do anything. In sept ember 2006 the dashboard completely cracked into 3 pieces. Again told me it was not their responsiblility. The entire middle section of the dashboard was loose and vibrated. After seeing recent news stories on this I realized that was not the only 'victim. The dealer mad me feel like I had done something wrong and was responsible. This was obviously a manufacturing defect and should be repaired by dodge - at dodge's expense.
2002 Dodge RAM 1500 body complaints
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The dashboard has cracks that developed over time. There has not been any damage or action taken to cause the cracks.
Florida reports many cracked and collapsed dashboards primarily on dodge ram trucks. One ladies dash collapsed while driving with her child at night which shut off all lights and electrical systems. Many problems submitted ro [email protected] who has compiled many comlaints. Demnstration showed pieces of dashboard cutting paper like a razor. This makes it a safety defect as well as inferior materiel used for these dash boards.. So far dodge has accepted no responsibility for this defect. My own 2002 dodge ram has such cracks in the dashboard. I believe that further research will show this to be a definite problem as well as safety issue.
2002 dodge ram 1500 has many cracks in the dash.
2002 dodge ram 1500, has two long vertical cracks in the dashboard, have a cover on the dash to protect it from the sun, but cracked anyway.
I saw a local news story about the dodge ram 1500s having dashboard issues cracking and collapsing. I own a 2002 dodge ram 1500 that has five to six large cracks spanning the dashboard.
I own a 2002 dodge ram 1500. Around july of 2006 I noticed a crack developing on the passenger side of the dash board that ran from the windshield to the airbag cover. Since that time the dash has cracked in 7 different locations including the passenger side defrost cover which fell into the vent. I contacted my local dodge dealership and they said that there was nothing they could do short of replacing the dash at a cost of $1000.00. I understand that this is a common occurrence among this model of truck and I would like my complaint to be on file with you. Thank you.
Dash board cracking, dash light and headlight went out while driving. Also, replace windshield twice. Unknown why the windshield crack.
Dashboard cracking, breaking, on my 2002 dodge ram 1500 quadcab. There have been rashes of this type of complaint on '01 dodge ram 1500's, I would like my '02 dodge ram to be included in any settlement, should there become a class action event brought against daimlerchrysler. Here in central florida the sun degades many items of plastic type manufacture. I believe this is what has caused my problem with the deterioration of my dashboard, it could also be from something else in nature. I taped over the cracks with plastic tape, and bought a carpeted dash cover from jcwhitney, made for my '02 dodge pick up. In the mean time the little grille area over the center passenger defrost vent deteriorated to the extent that it fell into the vent. I fished it out, but it broke in my hands in the process of trying to retrieve it. By covering the dash, I have not seen a progression of the cracking, but I have to look at that "4x4" (approx.) sized hole every time I got to drive my truck. Also, as reported on local tv the last two (2) nights, at least one of these faulty dash boards has failed, and is causing head lites to go off on their own while driving. I am a 100% disabled veteran, and use my truck to carry my elec.powerd scooter, every where I go, and do drive after dark. I do not need this kind of thing worrying me as I drive.
Large crack has developed in the passenger side dash board. Possible safety issue.
The dash on my dodge ram is cracking in several places, I am concerned that it is going to cave in.
I have purchased a 2002 dodge ram p/u and have been reading that the dash in these vehicles crack and fall in. This makes the electricial system fail. I have notice 3 cracks in my dash. I want someone to know. I still make payments on this veh.
I have had large cracks develop in the structural portion of my dash. There has been no accident or damage to the vehicle.
I have a 2001 or 2002 dodge ram 1500 (can't recall the year sitting at my desk) and the dashboard has started to crack. At first it was one small crack and now I have 4 separate cracks and my dash appears as if it might cave in. I know there have been several similar issues like this with this model vehicle.
2002 dodge ram 1500 truck - the dash has cracked in several places. I actually saw it crack as I was driving home from work, on a smooth highway. Also, the rotors warped within the first year, the dealer turned them, even though we asked that they be replaced. Several months later we had the same problem with the rotors and the dealer turned them again. Once more, we had asked that they be replaced and we were told dodge would not pay for the rotors to be replaced.
Dt*: the contact stated that the plastic bar used onto to get in and out of the vehicle on the passenger side completely detached from vehicle. This caused the contact to fall and land on the ground outside of the vehicle. There were no injuries. 08/01/06 updated.
While driving at interstate speed (70 MPH), and switching lanes while on a bridge, the excessive bouncing and bad suspension of truck make me lose control of the truck. The truck pulled to the right and the rear end of the truck ended up spinning around, making a complete 180--- on a bridge!! I ended up slamming into the safety rail of the bridge. And the air bags didn't go off. Luckily, I wasn't injured. At first I thought the accident was my fault, but after talking to a few owners of this model, I figured out that many of us have had the same problems with this truck. The question is, why is this problem not being fixed?? I have talked to the dealer, and they just keep referring me to dealers from other towns.
Our company, american family insurance, has 2 claims on the same vehicle for 2 different people who got their foot caught in between the running board and the car. One person's ankle got broken in 3 different places, and the other person tore ligaments.
Tailgate was lowered while driving and both safety cables were attached. After encountering a dip in the road, the tailgate became instantly dislodged and very nearly injured two pedestrians. Allen samuels dodge refused responsibility and refused to repair tailgate - the service manager was also failure at customer relations. I don't have the exact date of the incident so the listed date is only an estimation. I also notice that this is the second complaint listed for the exact same problem.
Tailgate completely separates from truck while driving - dodge refuses responsibility.
While driving, the vehicle made a loud whistling noise.
When vehicle is being driven on the freeway, the back of the vehicle bounces, very severely. Dealership has been notified. Ph
Have had several problems with this vehicle. Some haven't been reported to the dealer yet. The transmission problem has been happening since I've had the vehicle. It shifts hard at about 2200 RPM's or around 25-30mph. Dealer can't duplicate. I've had other problems that were not listed including brakes and alternator. The drivers side door mirror has recently broken and now flops in the wind on the free way and is unusable. I filed a claim with my insurance company, then found that it was a huge problem with other owners of the same vehicle. The ventilation from the panel is aslo sent to the floor vents despite the dial being set to "panel" not "floor". The tailgate cables are mismatched. The dealer told me that it was normal. I won't place anything on the tailgate in fear that the cable might break. The exterior turn signals are not synched with the displayed trun signals. The simultaneous flash is not there. Also, the alternator was found to be defective at around 600 miles. It was causing a high pitched squeaking sound similar to what a defective belt may sound like. It was replaced, but started doing it again at 6750 miles. The hood has slight dents in it like someone hit it with a ball pen hammer. Apparently chrysler knows about this. I'll be taking it in the first chance I get to try to have it fixed. I've had this truck a 3 different dealers in hope that the next one would be more help than the previous. No such luck. I've had to take time off from work (about 6 days total; had to wait at dealership since it was an out of town purchase ) and rent cars 5 times while having it worked on at a local dealership in order to get to work. I've had nothing but bad luck with this vehicle. Daimler-chrysler has dreadful quality control and I can't say much more for the dealers. I hope I can get the issues with this truck resolved someday. Dt
Consumer states that when trying open the rear doors it will heavily vibrate and will make a loud popping noise. Dealer notified ts
While driving at 25 MPH I drove over a rough, uneven patch of road I loss control of the rear of my truck. It was a scary situation since the loss of control caused me to skid into the next lane. Luckily there was no other car present. If you could keep me informed on this matter it would be much appreciated. Ph **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**768321
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While vehicle was parked in the garage, consumer discovered that the bed of the truck had come in contact with the cab and caused damage to it, consumer believes it may have happened during regular driving, possibly while in the mountains, the general manager offered to repair the damages, however consumer declined to have a 30,000 dollar truck repaired, consumer was then informed that the damage was most likely caused by him driving excessively, the manufacturer stated that they were not liable for any damages.
The bed of the truck hit and damaged the cab. This causes concern for the safety of the passengers in the cab.*ak. Consumer was informed that manufacturer would not be liable for damages and they felt that consumer was driving excessively to cause the damage.
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