1999 dodge ram 2500 pick-up. In 2004 I noticed some cracks in the dash board, within the next 12 months it was so bad that pieces of the dash began to fall inside the instrument panel. The air bag on the passenger side is partially exposed which is my primary concern. My wife also received a cut on her hand trying to remove a piece of the dash from inside the instrument panel.
1999 Dodge RAM 2500 body complaints
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I have a 1999 2500 dodge and the dash is coming apart I bought this truck used 3 years ago.
1999 dodge 2500 dashboard falling apart big cracks and pieces falling in.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 2500. The contact was driving approximately 70 MPH when the vehicle exhibited a loud rattling noise from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they informed the contact that the front frame was completely rusted beyond repair. The vehicle was not being driven due to the safety hazard involved. The failure mileage was approximately 116,225.
1999 dodge dash falling apart.
The dashboard on my 99 dodge ram p/u has huge cracks and it leaves splinters of plastic that has broken off. There is no event that has caused this. I just noticed a small crack then it turned into a larger one. My VIN plate has been missing for the past 4 years also. I fell into the dashboard workings. I am dreading the day of a collision because the dash is going to become shrapnal and injure someone...could be my wife and two daughters. How would they like to see their loved one with a piece of plastic hanging out of their eye or neck.
Dash is cracking in four different locations and pieces are beginning to fall inside. I'm afraid that this will lead to electrical shorts or interfer with the airbag operation. Dodge will do nothing except install new dash for $900.
1999 dodge truck dashboard is cracking, and caving in. Leaving large sharp edges.
1999 dodge ram 2500 4x4 slt laramie, the dash board is cracked and falling in. I am afraid if I get in an accident the cracked dash will cause electrical problems, or a problem with the airbags to tear and possibly hurt or kill someone. I believe it is a manufacture problem and not the owners problem like chrysler claims when you contact them. My truck has been garage kept for the last 7 yrs and it is still cracking. Chrysler claims that if there were a cover on it, it wouldn't crack. I didn't hear of chrysler giving out dash covers to owners who requested them. I believe the company should atleast replace cracked dashes with something safer!
I own a 1999 dodge ram. As I understand, you have received tens of thousands of complaints regarding the dash plastic failure. As I read the posts, I see that an overwhelming majority of these vehicles (dodge ram) all have the same problem. The entire plastic dash splinters into shards, regardless of time or care and upkeep. So has mine. I would like to emphatically add my name to the growing list of disgusted owners. I am more than concerned about the shards of plastic around the airbag. What will happen to my passenger(s) if the air bag deploys? I work as a firefighter, and have seen first-hand the results of the violent air bag deployment. I can't imagine the extent of the additional injuries if sharp pieces of plastic are added to the blast of the airbag. This is not merely an issue of aesthetics or poor craftsmanship. It is a monumental safety issue. Please help. Sent respectfully
1999 dodge ram 2500: the complete dash assembly is cracking and flaking into pieces along the top cover from left to right and from the cluster to the windshield. Features are cracking along the lower section of dash, also, from the left to the right side. This will soon effect the structural housing area around the right side SRS airbag mounting. I'm concerned about the stability of the SRS airbag deployment functioning properly in the event of deployment. There is also the possibility of the wiring harness being damaged or failing due to sharp edges of the plastic in the dash assembly. If the sharp edges cut the wiring and the cut wire edges rub together, this will cause a premature deployment of the SRS airbag. There is also a concern of the main dash harness being damaged from sharp edges and causing the possibility of a short between voltage and ground circuits touching causing excessive heating of shorted circuits and causing fire in the brittle plastic areas.
The dash in my 1999 is falling apart. I am worried about the air bags and wiring being exposed. I know this is a very problem with dodges.
Multiple fissures are developing in the dash and the structural integrity of the entire console is questionable.
Dash cracks which may lead to ripped airbags on deployment. May also cut electrical wires causing sparks or fire.
1999 dodge 2500 ram dash cracking causing wiring problems.
My 1999 dodge dashboard started cracking and months later pieces are breaking away as I clean it. It is so brittle I can't touch it any more. I always use a sun shield and always leave my windows cracked open to allow proper air flow to prevent issues from happening. This is unacceptable. "come on dodge" what kind of garbage is this. I've had many other trucks with way more miles than this and had never had a problem like this. This is not normal wear. This is the sign of poor quality!!! Do to the fact that dodge is turning a blind eye on this problem I will not buy another dodge again.
I own a 1999 ram 2500 and my dashboard is also falling apart. Over the last few months the dash is busted and cracked all the way across. The trim around the gauges is all cracked. *1
Dash pad cracked.
Over time the dashboard started cracking in multiple places. Pieces have broken off. No excessive wear was placed on the dash. Have not replaced the dash due to cost.
Dash in 1999 dodge ram cracking and falling apart.
My dash on my 1999 dodge ram 2500 has completely fell through causing wiring problems my lights will just stop working.
Cracked dash, many cracks across whole dash, large 8" x 8" hole broke through.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 2500. While driving 20 MPH, the wheel detached from the wheel well. As a result, the contact crashed into two other vehicles, which damaged the axles. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop and the mechanic stated that the failure was due to a structural defect. She also spoke with the manufacturer and they stated that they would assist; however, the contact has not heard from them since the incident. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. There was a defect investigation case number pe99069, but it has been closed. The current and failure mileages were 102,206.
The dash started cracking on the passenger side near the defroster vent this past winter. Within the last week, the crack has grown to about 10 - 12 inches in length toward the passenger side airbag. The crack is growing each day now.
The dash first developed a crack but has now developed holes in the dash.
1. Dash cracking and collapsing...due to ? 2. Vin plate no longer visible, pieces keep breaking off 3. Nothing has been done to fix the problem. Hoping dodge would recall.
1999 dodge ram 2500. Dash started cracking in 2006..now is much worse and getting even worse. Eventually this dash will collapse completely, exposing wiring. I also am concerned that, in the case of an accident and if your head or neck struck the dash it would cause sever lacerations. Passenger side included.
I have a 99' dodge 2500 diesel truck with a cracked dash. It is in pieces and am worried I will begin to have more problems with electrical components from all the pieces it is in and is constantly getting worse. I would like a new dash and an apology to keep me buying from dodge!!
99' dodge ram 2500 quad 4x4 dashboard is cracked in 9 places and is completely free from it's anchors due to cracking at the attachment points. Started to crack in 2004 but dodge denied any warranty coverage for it then. Dodge dealer stated then it was due to climate conditions in ca.
Cracked dash near passenger side airbag, seems like it could be dangerous if the airbag deployed.
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