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2001 Dodge Ram suspension problems
42 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 40,000. 5 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 42
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- typical mileage
- 40,000
- crashes
- 5
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Front10
- Front: control arm: upper ball joint3
- Front: control arm: lower ball joint3
- Rear2
- Front: wheel bearing2
- Front: springs: torsion bar2
- Front: control arm: lower arm2
- Rear: springs1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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25k-50k
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125k-150k
150k-175k
175k-200k
200k+
Dodge Ram suspension problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Dodge Ram suspension
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: quad cab pickup trucks equipped with a camper package and overload springs. The rear axle spacer plate could lead to deformation of the upper spring plate during assembly of the axle to the vehicle resulting a soft joint.
- Risk
- The soft joint could cause the rear axle u-bolts to lose clamp load, resulting in displacement of the rear axle and a loss of vehicle control. This could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the spacer plates and the spring plates will be replaced. Owner notification began february 5, 2001. 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 01V008000 · Recall details
Suspension: front: control arm: upper arm
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: quad cab pickup trucks. The upper control arms attached with cadmium coated nuts can cause the bolts to stretch due to the application of a higher than specified clamp load. Breakage of the upper control arm fasteners could cause the axle to rotate forward under braking conditions.
- Risk
- This rotation could twist the steering linkage and possibly separate the brake lines, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the upper control arm bolts and nuts.
Recall number 00V307000 · Recall details
What 2001 Dodge Ram owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
On my way to work, as usual, on a "slightly" bumpy part of the highway my steering wheel and front end started vibrating so violently that I almost lost control. I could barely hold the steering wheel; and could not steer at all; all I could do was start braking and come to a stop. I got out and checked my tires and front end and everything appeared normal. I continued to work at about 40 MPH (I had gone to work early so no traffic) . At 8:00 I called my local mechanic and took it to him to check out what happened. He check everything and nothing showed. The next day it happened again; then again 2 days later. About 2 weeks later I took pickup in for regular oil/fuel/air filter change service. He test drove with me along and I explained further what happened. He said he has seen it before with dodge 2500 & 3500 and it has been labeled the "dodge death wobble". I thank god I was not in a busy traffic area.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 65mph the front end of the suspension in the vehicle dropped down. This in turn caused the contact to loose control of the vehicle. It slid into a guard rail, there was no warnings prior to the crash. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop and then towed to the dealership. The manufacturer has been alerted, no repairs made.
Dt: was pulling a trailer at 45 MPH the vehicle started fish tailing. Without the trailer at 55 MPH the vehicle will fish tail. Took the vehicle to chrysler , and found that it was shaky. The tie rods ends, ball joints, and the check bar malfunctioned on the front of the vehicle. Almost had a wreck. This happened on 24, june 2205. *ak the consumer stated the vehicle was poorly designed, the front of the vehicle was too light for the weight of the engine. There was no grease fitting for the ball joint. The rotors were replaced.
Consumer took vehicle to dealer for alignment, and it was discovered that the upper ball joints needed to be replaced. Consumer was informed by dealer that the wheel was close to coming off. Dealer repaired vehicle at consumer's expense.*ak ......
The steering wheel was hard to turn while driving at a low speed. The vehicle wandered across the road. The vehicle has been to the dealer on three separate occasions. The dealer replaced the steering box on two separate occasions and made some other repairs, however the problem continued. *jb the consumer stated the brakes would grab, however the mechanic informed the consumer that was the way ABS worked.
When the steering wheel was turned left or right there was a loud squeaking sound coming from the wheels. Dealer inspected the vehicle and found that the upper and lower ball joints were worn out. *ak
My boyfriend bought a 2001 dodge ram in november of last year. After having the truck only four months the transmission had to be completly replaced. Two days ago we noticed a problem with the shocks. He brought it to the dealership and they told him all of the shocks need replacing, as well as other things such as the axel and what not. This is only seven months after buying the thing. The people at the dealership are rude and very unhelpful. They honestly could care less about the inconvenience they have caused us.
The ball joints of my 2001 dodge ram pickup had 5 times the allowable limit of play, which is 60,000th of an inch (1/16). All four ball joints had 5/16 of play at only 21,000 miles. The shop I went to for my inpection diagnosed the problem, and said I was fortunate that it didn't get any further. One good pot hole with that much play and a wheel could have come off. The shop owner told me that the ball joints were probably out of spec at 6,000 miles, considering their condition at 21,000 miles. He also said that this is a very common problem with all dodge vehicles. He said that he has had dodge durango's in his shop with only 6,000 miles that had the play he found in mine at 21,000 miles!
While driving 45 MPH passenger's side rear spring broke. As a result, driver lost control of the vehicle. No impact was reported.
Questions about the 2001 Dodge Ram suspension
Does the 2001 Dodge Ram have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 42 complaints about the suspension of the 2001 Dodge Ram, 13% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2001 Dodge Ram suspension problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 40,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge Ram suspension?
Yes, 2 recalls: 01V008000, 00V307000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Ram have bad suspension?
The Dodge Ram model years with the most suspension complaints are 1995 (59 complaints), 1996 (48 complaints) and 1994 (47 complaints).
Other 2001 Dodge Ram problems
Steering 53Transmission 50Airbags 46Brakes 34Engine 30Body 24Electrical 20Acceleration 14Tires 13Visibility 12Fuel system 11Seat belts 11Locks 8Wheels 8Lights 3Seats 2
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