2000 Dodge RAM 2500 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 56about this part
- Share
- 27%of 211 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 85,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 56 complaints about the body and structure of the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500, 27% of the 211 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 85,500 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The metal surrounding the door latch has ripped in half leaving a gaping seam and the door latch will not keep the driver's side door safely closed. Therefor, because this is a daily driver for me, I have to use a 1,000 lb cargo strap to keep the door shut until I can find a way to get it fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #10896153, filed 2016-08, 178,000 miles“The dashboard around the instrument cluster, radio, and heat/AC controls is breaking into pieces. I am concerned that this will be a safety issue in the event of an accident. This is because of the sharp and jagged edges and loose material all throughout the dash area. Currently I have zip ties holding my heat/AC controls in place and 2 remaining factory screws holding my radio in place. The top portion of the dash also has failed and fallen apart over the years and due to safety concerns, I have already replaced it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10897050, filed 2016-08, 96,000 miles“I purchased new in 2000 a Dodge RAM 2500 sport extended cab and two years ago the dashboard began cracking, at this point pieces of the dash have fallen through leaving holes in the dash. I tried to get the dealership in concord, nh to fix it when it was under warranty but they refused. It appears that this is not a limited defect as I've found thousands of complaints on the internet from similar year owners.”
NHTSA complaint #10226553, filed 2008-05, 80,000 miles“Dash is falling apart. If the airbag deploys plastic shards are going to fly also plastic shards are falling into my vents and blowing out my A/C vents and hitting me in the face.”
NHTSA complaint #10512458, filed 2013-05, 34,500 miles“I own a 2000 Dodge RAM 2500 pick up truck with diesel, about a year ago my dash started to deteriorate falling off in chunks. I can see where this could be a safety issue. It could fall down in the way of the peddles or cause damage if in an accident by flying all over the place.”
NHTSA complaint #10189657, filed 2007-05, 100,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use 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…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10139596Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 8 | 3% |
| 2011 | 5 | 2% |
| 2010 | 7 | 3% |
| 2009 | 4 | 2% |
| 2008 | 4 | 1% |
| 2007 | 11 | 3% |
| 2006 | 8 | 1% |
| 2005 | 10 | 2% |
| 2004 | 35 | 6% |
| 2003 | 146 | 22% |
| 2002 | 40 | 26% |
| 2001 | 181 | 39% |
| 2000 | 56 | 27% |
| 1999 | 53 | 17% |
| 1998 | 22 | 10% |
| 1997 | 11 | 5% |
| 1996 | 13 | 4% |
| 1995 | 9 | 3% |
| 1994 | 13 | 8% |
| 1993 | 4 | 10% |
| 1992 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2000 Dodge RAM 2500
38 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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