Cracking of dashboard, after reading the complaints on here and numerous other sites it appears to be a trend that needs to be looked at. I have cut my hand once already on mine and there is no telling how many other people have also.
The worst 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body8
- Transmission6
- Airbags4
- Electrical3
- Acceleration1
Problems by type
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- Body8
- Transmission6
- Airbags4
- Electrical3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
- Visibility1
Recalls 1
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift
- What is wrong
- On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
- Risk
- Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during january 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 07V555000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup
Defect investigations
Rear axle failure
See attached report.
PE02096
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup 8
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve
- Revised power steering system bleeding procedures. sc
- Air conditioning (a/c) cooling coil odor. tt
- Emissions recall E07-CANISTER purge hoses. the canister purge hoses on about 7,800 of the above vehicles...
- Seat belt cinch bar service for various models including 2004 models. tt
- Diesel fuel transfer pump diagnosis. tt
- Subject regarding safety systems - vehicle modifications / repair. tt
- Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. tt
What 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My dodge ram 1500 pickup has a very unsafe condition in the from of a cracking and broken dashboard. I would hate to think of coming in contact with it in a collision.
Dodge ram 2002 3500 truck the brake disc pads come unglued from the backing plate defect was found on 3 of the 4 brake disc pads. Dodge is using poor or the wrong glue there was lots of life in the disc pads and was under 30,000 miles on the truck.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram pickup. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift). The dealer stated that they did not have the parts available to repair the vehicle. The contact called two other dealers and they stated the same thing. He has been waiting for four months and the vehicle still has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 51,000. The consumer stated the dash was severely cracked in 3 places and the windshield needed to be replaced. Updated 05/01/14
2002 dodge ram 1500 cracked dashboard.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram pickup. After parking the vehicle, it began to roll forward. Instinctly, the contact attempted to jump in the vehicle to stop it, but she fell and was dragged. The vehicle drove over her left leg, which resulted in her being hospitalized for three months. The contact recently discovered the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift). The current mileage was 54,690 and failure mileage was 54,615. Updated 04/28/08.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to have it repaired for the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift). The vehicle remained parked at the dealer the entire day without being repaired. The dealer did not provide an explanation as to why the vehicle had not been repaired. The contact stated that they experienced a failure once before as described in the recall, but could not give any details. The current and failure mileages were 69,000. Updated 03-11-08 *bf the consumer stated paint was fading on vehicle and had problems with the ignition shift about three years ago. Updated 03/11/08
I purchased a 2002 dodge ram as new in november of 2001. Within a couple of years (approximately 30,000 miles) from purchase, my dashboard started to crack. Within a year of seeing the first cracks, parts of the dash had literally turned to gravel. Pieces have dropped down and into the components that are beneath the dash, and I am afraid of what other problems, especially safety related, might arise from the cracking dashboard.
2002 dodge ram 1500 dashboard cracks just appeared in a truck that is in showroom condition seems like it would be a safety issue if the air bag goes off in an accident it could cause more injury then it would prevent.
Dashb oard on 2002 dodge ram pickup cracking and falling apart.
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Questions about the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup
Is the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup reliable?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup, close to a typical Ram Pickup model year.
What is the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup year score?
The 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup scores 71 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Dodge Ram Pickup: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup?
Body and structure, with 8 complaints, typically around 57,000 miles. Next is transmission (6).
How many recalls does the 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup have?
1 recall, covering power train.
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