2001 Dodge RAM Van
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2001 Dodge RAM Van. Newest first.
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…
Risk and remedy
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.
Owner complaints
33 complaints1 involved a crash5 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van. When the vehicle was started, a loud abnormal noise was detected coming from the vehicle. The contact unplugged the battery and the noise stopped. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the anti-brake system…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van. When the vehicle was started, a loud abnormal noise was detected coming from the vehicle. The contact unplugged the battery and the noise stopped. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the anti-brake system failed. The vehicle was also taken to chrysler dodge jeep RAM southwest (7980 w tufts ave, littleton, co 80123, (303-578-6099) where the contact was informed that they did not have the tools to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,683.
- Unknown or other
Takata recall
- Unknown or other
2001 dodge RAM van 1500 has major frame rot on passenger side front frame going to bumper. To repair it would be costly and we can't afford another vehicle and a mechanic told me if it breaks we will lose steering control. I have seen the same on other RAM vans also. Why isn't there a recall or fix for this problem. The van has 169,000 miles and IS a conversion van.
- Exterior lighting · Service brakes · Wheels
I have found multiple recalls on the same make, model, year that address issues all affecting my vehicle yet they do not show on a vin search of open recalls. Most of these recalls affect brakes both in increased longevity in stopping and leaking at the rear axle, headlights in terms of federal…
I have found multiple recalls on the same make, model, year that address issues all affecting my vehicle yet they do not show on a vin search of open recalls. Most of these recalls affect brakes both in increased longevity in stopping and leaking at the rear axle, headlights in terms of federal standards on luminosity, tire size concerning load size ( have had more then six blowouts in 15,000 miles), air bags disabling due to sound dampener and the corresponding lights on the dashboard lighting ineffectually due to these issues.
- Power train · Steering
Difficult to get the gearshift out of park. A recall has been done on the ignition/parkshift interlock for an issue "the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative.". The dealership service technician said that the part that has failed IS not the same as the part that was replaced…
Difficult to get the gearshift out of park. A recall has been done on the ignition/parkshift interlock for an issue "the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative.". The dealership service technician said that the part that has failed IS not the same as the part that was replaced under the recall and wants over $2,000 for a new steering column or over $1,000 for a junkyard steering column. Chrysler customer assistance center agrees with the dealership but nobody can explain how the ignition/park shift interlock IS not related to the ignition/park shift interlock. *tr
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift out of park until after several abrupt attempts. The contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer or a local mechanic for diagnostic testing. The contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint. The failure mileage was 105,000.
- Structure › Body · Suspension
While driving van, heard a loud bang in front end. Noticed that front sway bar brackets broke off frame do to frame rot. After further inspection, upper a frame brackets are separating from frame mounts due to frame rot. Also, frame connecting front bumper and radiator so rusted that I can push a screwdriver through frame. *Js
- Steering
TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van b1500. The contact stated that while turning left at approximately 5 mph, the steering column separated from the frame. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle and found that the steering column frame was severely corroded. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van b1500. The contact stated that while turning left at approximately 5 mph, the steering column separated from the frame. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle and found that the steering column frame was severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage was 184,000.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van B350. the contact stated that the horn and cruise control were nonoperational. he also stated that the air bag light would sporadically illuminate, similar to the failure described in nhtsa campaign ID number: 01v153000 (air bags). the dealer was…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van B350. the contact stated that the horn and cruise control were nonoperational. he also stated that the air bag light would sporadically illuminate, similar to the failure described in nhtsa campaign ID number: 01v153000 (air bags). the dealer was notified who informed the contact that his vehicle was not included in the recall. the manufacturer was contacted who confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
- Unknown or other
Chrysler recall G28 on my van was never done. Dealer says it was completed on 02/20/2008 which couldn't have happened since vehicle IS off road between dec. & april 01, every year since I purchased vehicle on 03/31/2001. I feel that I should have this service done without charge but dealer won't…
Chrysler recall G28 on my van was never done. Dealer says it was completed on 02/20/2008 which couldn't have happened since vehicle IS off road between dec. & april 01, every year since I purchased vehicle on 03/31/2001. I feel that I should have this service done without charge but dealer won't do it. Further more I would like to know why this vehicle was considered repaired when I know I never received recall notice or had it repaired. *Tr
- Seats
TL* the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van. The contact stated that the driver seat became "unhinged" from the brackets that held it in place, making the seat unstable. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure and current mileages were approximately 130,000.
- Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van. the contact received a recall notice for the ignition. the part was repaired. he stated that the steering wheel no longer locked after the repair was made. the nhtsa campaign ID number was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 138,300.
- Electrical system
This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. the van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area. daimlerchrysler issued safety recall D20 in 2004 to address this problem but the recall repair has not corrected the problem. verizon has had 29 incidents that occurred after the recall was performed. this IS an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation and action. *Tr
- Electrical system
This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. the van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area. the driver noticed smoke coming from under the hood of the van while it was parked at a jobsite where he was working. he poured water & soda on the fire to extinguish it.…
This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. the van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area. the driver noticed smoke coming from under the hood of the van while it was parked at a jobsite where he was working. he poured water & soda on the fire to extinguish it. daimlerchrysler issued safety recall D20 in 2004 to address this problem but the recall repair has not corrected the problem. verizon has had 29 incidents that occurred after the recall was performed. this IS an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation and action. *Tr
- Electrical system
This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. the van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area. a customer notified the driver that smoke was coming from under the hood of the van while it was parked at a jobsite where he was working. he extinguished the fire using the…
This vehicle belongs to verizon communications. the van had an under hood fire that originated in the ABS module area. a customer notified the driver that smoke was coming from under the hood of the van while it was parked at a jobsite where he was working. he extinguished the fire using the customer's fire extinguisher. daimlerchrysler issued safety recall D20 in 2004 to address this problem but the recall repair has not corrected the problem. verizon has had 29 incidents that occurred after the recall was performed. this IS an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation and action. *Tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van. while driving approximately 15 mph in rainy weather, the contact turned the steering wheel quickly to the left and the steering column locked. he was unable to steer to the right and crashed into a railroad gate. the vehicle was destroyed. a police…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge RAM van. while driving approximately 15 mph in rainy weather, the contact turned the steering wheel quickly to the left and the steering column locked. he was unable to steer to the right and crashed into a railroad gate. the vehicle was destroyed. a police report was filed. months later, the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift). he filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. the current and failure mileages were 87,000. Updated 01/29/08. *lj updated 01/29/08 *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
The problem I have had IS that the ABS controls and valves are mounted under the battery and acid has eaten the brake lines and ABS valves. luckily it failed in the parking lot and not on the road my 16 year old daughter was driving with my wife at the time of the failure. This could have been a deadly scenario! *Tr
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Dt*: the contact stated the latch on the sliding door of the rear passenger side of the vehicle came unlatched any time the inside handle was returned to a neutral position. the vehicle had previously been taken to a private repair shop where the mechanic determined the locking module had failed. the manufacturer was notified. updated 10/17/2006 - *nm
- Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly · Suspension › Front
I have a dodge van 1500 with 22000 miles. The tie rod ends failed, and the ball joints are in the process of failing. I replaced the tie rod ends and will have to replace the ball joints soon. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
2001 dodge conversion van developed a problem with the engine.***no answer required***. *Mr there was a noise and upon pulling over and turning the vehicle off, the vehicle would not restart. the consumer was informed that a new engine was needed. *sc
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
Heater core leaks,and smoke comes out of the vent on the dashboard. The anti-freeze pours out onto the floor of the vehicle. Consumer IS concerned about being burned. Anti-freeze film covers the windows.*ak
- Seat belts › Front
Design flaw complaint on dodge RAM van 1500 safety belts never work properly. *bf the consumer stated the seat belt hangs down and gets stuck behind and below the drivers door. *jb
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system
Vehicle doesn't defrost. all windows steam up and then ice up. including front window leaving almost zero visibility. took to lake dodge, in (feb. 2004) and was told it was the recirculation doors RS that were sticking and needed to be lubed up. Seemed to help until dec. 2004. windows steamed…
Vehicle doesn't defrost. all windows steam up and then ice up. including front window leaving almost zero visibility. took to lake dodge, in (feb. 2004) and was told it was the recirculation doors RS that were sticking and needed to be lubed up. Seemed to help until dec. 2004. windows steamed up and iced up again. Was told by lake dodge, in that this IS a maintenance issue we should take care of. why should I have to take my entire dash apart to reach these recirculation doors to lube them up every year. first of all, I don't even know what they look like and how to lube them let alone take my entire dash apart without breaking anything! called chrylser and jennifer said she would have so lake dodge take care of it this time. this IS a very serious issue! I have had quite a few close calls. my children and I may not be so lucky the next time! *jb
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
The verizon vehicle had an underhood fire while parked in a verizon parking location. the fire originated in the ABS module area. the ABS module and wiring connector, truck battery, and various other under hood components were burnt. verizon has had similar fires in this model van and feels that this IS an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
The verizon vehicle had an underhood fire while being driven which originated in the ABS module area. the ABS module and wiring connector, truck battery, and other under hood components were burnt. verizon has had similar fires in this model van and feels that this IS an unsafe condition that warrants further investigation.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Safety belt cinching latch plate
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations.…
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations. Additionally, the report rate IS low (1.60/100k).the information available fails to establish the existence of a defect trend at this time.further allocation of agency resources to this issue IS unwarranted and the preliminary evaluation IS being closed.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10229256KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10223854Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent. 3. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the oil pan flange.~ 4. The four piece gasket will need to be assembled to make a complete oil pan gasket. 5. Lay the oil pan gasket(s) onto the oil pan flange.~ 6. Ensure the oil pan gasket segment joints are properly aligned. 7. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the top of the oil pan gasket.~ 8. Install the oil pan. Starting from the center and working outward, tighten the oil pan bolts to 28 Nm [21 ft. lbs.].
- 10221686KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10220995Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10191455Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only.
- 10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 1013900968069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or connector in the valve cover gasket is not the root cause to your concern. In addition, make sure that the wiring attaching nuts are torqued to their proper value.~
- 1012900882212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10016603Air conditioning (a/c) cooling coil odor.
- 10009241Steering column service. Information. Service information tuneups.
- 10003805Procedures for servicing the seat belt latch plate cinch bar.
- 10003414Intermittent locking/unlocking of doors without activating the power door lock switch.
- 10001520Seat belt cinch bar service for various models including 2004 models.
- 6092315Subject regarding central timer module electrically locks-up.
- 6092304Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures.
- 635721Subject regarding revision in diagnostic procedures and labor operation times for re transmissions.
- 634272Flash programming failure recovery. *Slc
- 634123Subject regarding flash: hot sag/spark knock/transmission shift issues. *Slc
- 634087Subject regarding remote keyless entry programming procedures. *Slc
- 634082Chrome wheel care. *Slc
- 634077Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *Slc
- 633497Subject regarding the outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *Slc
- 630969Subject regarding flash: hot sag/spark knock/transmission shift issues.
- 629144Onwers of certain vehicles equipped with 9.25 axle may complain that vehicle speed IS inaccurate.
- 628294This bulletin provides a diagnostic procedure for steering sensitivity.
- 625650Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement.
- 625597Subject regarding steering wander diagnosis.
- 621942This bulletin reinforces a requirement to cease the current practice of using supplemental oil additive treatments in all daimlerchrysler engines.
- 621898Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4.
- 620077Radiators installed which could leak between the radiator filler neck and the cap.
- 620071Subject regarding additional diagnostic for diagnostic trouble codes caused by an evaporative system leak.
- 620066Subject regarding generic scan tool (gst), publication no. 81-170-00008 provided with this technical service bulletin to provide reference information when using generic scan tool on obdii vehicles.
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