The vehicle shut off and caught fire. The dealer was notified. Ph scc
2001 Dodge Ram: fire, smoke or burning smell
7 of the 318 complaints about the 2001 Dodge Ram describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 9 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
What owners say
Vehicle caught on fire while traveling and totaling vehicle. Dealer and the manufacturer have been notified. Please provide further information.
While driving 4 wheel drive kept going into high 4 and then it goes back out. Then, their was a loud noise,and a burning smell.
I have a 2001 dodge sport pickup 4x4 that caught fire. The point of origin was located on top of the fuel tank which caused the fuel tank to rupture and catch fire. This occurred while the vehicle was being driven. No mechanical problems prior to this incident. Fire was confined mainly to the underside of the bed. I have found where this identical thing occurred on the1998 models and a recall 98v182000 for that model truck on fuel line problems was issued. After examining my truck, the dealer says that they have never seen or heard of this before and that they are not trained to determine the cause of this fire. I need someone to investigate this problem. I have not contacted the manufacturer yet but have every intention on doing so.
While driving on the interstate all of the gauges quit working. While attempting to pullover the horn started to blow and the lights started going off and on. I was able to pullover but the truck would not turn off. A short time later my wife smelled electrical smoke. I opened the hood and the fuse box was on fire. I was able to extinguish the fire and the truck was towed to music city dodge in murfreesboro tn. After two months vehicle was repaired, explanation by dealer was battery cable not properly installed at the factory.
Dodge has used plastic gas lines in the ram truck. A ground hog nipped a gasline and an electrical wire located near the gasline. When the truck was started, the engine burst into flames. The fire dept had to put out the fire and the truck was totalled. Plastic gas lines should not be permitted in vehicles. Any rodent or road debris can puncture a gas line causing a dangerous situation.
While driving 55 MPH, speedometer went from 55 to 0. Then, all other instruments went dead and horn started blaring. Consumer pulled over, and saw an orange glow under hood. Within 2 minutes, passenger's compartment was in flames. Fire department found fire had started in power box, vehicle was totalled. Dodge wants to repair. *ak consumer states the fires was because of the power distributor box.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Intermittent locking/unlocking of doors without activating the power door lock switch. tt
- Subject regarding remote keyless entry programming procedures. slc
- Subject regarding radio connector repair kit. tt
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs. sb
- Subject regarding circuits effected by ignition off draw (iod) fuse. tt
- Subject regarding central timer module electrically locks-up. tt
- Concerns with a no start (engine will not crank) condition due to a blown starter relay circuit fuse. tt
- Subject regarding plastic boot to protect the electrical harness b+ end terminal at the generator. tt
Related recalls
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- On certain pickup trucks, the alternator wire connection to the power distribution center (pdc) can loosen.
- Risk
- This could cause a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the installation of the alternator wire connection to the pdc and if necessary, reposition the wire so that the crimp connection will face upward and tighten the fastener to the correct torque setting. Owner notification began may 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 02V042000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: vans and wagons not equipped with power front seats. In the presence of road salt, water, and possibly other debris, the power seat connector located beneath the driver's seat could develop a high resistive short circuit that cycles the circuit breaker.
- Risk
- If the circuit breaker cycles for an extended period of time, heat could build up in the connector, possibly resulting in a fire.
- Remedy
- Owners will receive instructions for removing the circuit breaker from the fuse panel. If an owner desires, their dealer can perform the repair. Owner notification began august 27, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 01V253000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2001 Dodge Ram fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 2001 Dodge Ram?
7 of 318 owner complaints about the 2001 Dodge Ram (2%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Dodge Ram?
There are 2 recalls and 9 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2001 Dodge Ram
No deployment 25Pulling 17Ball joint 12Stalling 9Brake failure 7Grinding brakes 7Power steering loss 7Check engine light 5Engine failure 5Knocking 5
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