Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that the dashboard began to fracture and was currently in several pieces. The contact called I-10 mac haik dodge chrysler (located at 12111 katy fwy, houston, tx 77079, 713‑538‑2700) and was informed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that there was no recall for the failure. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency to file a complaint. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
1999 Dodge RAM 3500 body problems
18 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 76,000.
- owner complaints
- 18
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 76,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Body4
- Frame and members: underbody shields1
- Frame and members1
- Body: tailgate: hinge and attachments1
- Body: door: hinge and attachments1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Dodge RAM 3500 body problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1999 Dodge RAM 3500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that the spare tire cables underneath the vehicle were rusted. The failure prevented the contact from placing the tire back in the spare tire compartment, as it could fall while driving. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 240,000.
Dash began cracking in 2003, and has continued until now it is falling in. I am afraid that the pieces will cause an unknown hazard in the parts housed under the dash.
The dashboard on my ram 3500 cracked and it is falling through. There is a potential hazard with the small plastic pieces.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge 3500. The contact stated that the dashboard was cracked and sharp shards were exposed. The dealer advised the contact that the dashboard was not covered under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 289,000. ...updated 10/19/12
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated he noticed that his dashboard was fractured in different areas. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer nor had it been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that both front driver and passenger seat belt failed to retract. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 290,000. Updated 11/17/11 *bf the consumer also stated the dashboard suddenly collapsed into pieces and needs to be replaced. Updated 02/29/12
1999 dodge ram quad cab 3500 dash started cracking on passenger side and large piece with sharp edge fell into dash. Dash began splitting in other places soon afterward. Repaired with a molded dash cover that doesn't fit really well.
Shreaded dashboard material in dodge ram truck.
Dash board falling apart on dodge 3500 1999 diesel truck there is nothing left trying to find after market so far no luck was told one from dodge is high since started falling apart since two years after it was new dodge should have to replace is there a recall on this it has fell apart so bad I have to find one because of safety now all electrical wires exposed air conditioner wires showing air conditioner switch will no longer work and it is awful to look at it is a disgrace that dodge would produce a product this bad and not warranty it I will never by a dodge again
Questions about the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500 body
Does the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500 have body problems?
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the body of the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1999 Dodge RAM 3500 body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 76,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500 body?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Dodge RAM 3500 have the most body problems?
The Dodge RAM 3500 model years with the most body complaints are 2003 (53 complaints), 2001 (31 complaints) and 1999 (18 complaints).
Other 1999 Dodge RAM 3500 problems
Transmission 22Brakes 15Engine 12Steering 11Fuel system 10Suspension 7Airbags 5Electrical 5Acceleration 4Lights 3Seat belts 3Seats 3Tires 2Visibility 2Wheels 2Locks 1
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