2000 Dodge RAM 2500 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 38about this part
- Share
- 18%of 211 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,520miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 38 complaints about the steering of the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500, 18% of the 211 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,520 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The steering on my 2000 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 has been sloppy/wanders for about the past two years. First, I replaced all four tires with the same standard tires. I then had it aligned and the mechanic couldn't get the steering wheel straight. So I took it to the dealer, and they recommended an independent alignment shop. There the mechanic replaced the track bar and got the steering wheel straight. That seemed to tighten up the steering wheel a bit. Several months later the wheel was sloppy again. I took it back to the dealer, and they got in and test drove it with me. …”
NHTSA complaint #10106319, filed 2005-01, 45,000 miles“Van frame is rusting out, steering box that is mounted to frame is likely to fall off soon. Tie rod to frame connection also is rusting out. To my knowledge and after research on the internet, there is no reasonable fix.”
NHTSA complaint #10992036, filed 2017-05, 116,000 miles“I purchased a used 2000 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 a few weeks ago. Since taking ownership it has become extremely clear to me that the steering quality of the vehicle is extremely poor. The truck wanders all over the road and requires an excessive amount of corrections. I have had new tires put on and an alignment done. The problem still exists. I have let others test drive the vehicle and they all ask what is wrong with the steering.”
NHTSA complaint #10005043, filed 2003-01“The contact owns a 2000 Dodge RAM 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would veer to the left and right without any warnings. The failure occurred multiple times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not inspected or diagnosed. The failure mileage was 62,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10622594, filed 2014-08, 62,000 miles“The contact owns a 2000 Dodge RAM 2500. The contact was driving 50 MPH and was having difficulty maintaining the vehicle in a straight line. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10442205, filed 2012-01, 20,000 milesSteering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 109 | 39% |
| 2011 | 210 | 70% |
| 2010 | 152 | 64% |
| 2009 | 155 | 72% |
| 2008 | 175 | 55% |
| 2007 | 199 | 55% |
| 2006 | 231 | 34% |
| 2005 | 153 | 36% |
| 2004 | 140 | 24% |
| 2003 | 159 | 24% |
| 2002 | 20 | 13% |
| 2001 | 69 | 15% |
| 2000 | 38 | 18% |
| 1999 | 36 | 12% |
| 1998 | 24 | 11% |
| 1997 | 10 | 5% |
| 1996 | 20 | 7% |
| 1995 | 14 | 5% |
| 1994 | 15 | 9% |
| 1993 | 6 | 15% |
| 1992 | 5 | 16% |
| 1991 | 3 | 19% |
Other parts of the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500
56 complaintsBrakes
29 complaintsSuspension
23 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsTires
8 complaintsEquipment
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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