2000 Dodge RAM Van Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 24%of 29 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 140,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the body and structure of the 2000 Dodge RAM Van, 24% of the 29 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 140,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Hvac dripping into right frame horn causing severe rust affecting steering linkage, and loss of vehicle control. No appropriate drain tube to route moisture away from frame was installed at the factory. Very dangerous!”
NHTSA complaint #11220303, filed 2019-06, 256,000 miles“The frame horns {left and right} developed cracks on all four sides ahead of the front wheels leading to the detachment of the steering arm and stabilizer bar resulting in little to no control of the vehicle. While the detachment is not fully complete it only through the extremely weakened connections that remain that an accident was avoided. The vehicle was brought to a stop as soon the loss of control was experienced and has been parked since. It is cannot be operated safely in the this condition. The failed frame is the source of the driveability and safety issues. …”
NHTSA complaint #11192029, filed 2019-03, 140,000 miles“I have not had an incident, but I am concerned with my vehicle. I have a 2000 Dodge ram 1500 van conversion. My concern is that, with the con versions with large bay windows. I feel that the passengers have no protection whatsoever with side impact accidents. Could your organization investigate these before reports of fatalities start coming in.”
NHTSA complaint #10028462, filed 2003-07“Urgent safety issue: driving down the road vehicle loses complete steer ability!!! Had towed to dealership and found frame rusted through (due to factory routing of A/C water drainage) and caused steering mechanism to separate where the steering connection is!!! Dealership is not acknowledging a recall nor resolution and based on the number of these vehicles still on the road (now primarily as low budget work vans) I fully expect to see injury and deaths if this is not addressed immediately!!! …”
NHTSA complaint #11005087, filed 2017-07“2000 Dodge Ram Van b1500. Consumer writes in regards to broken frame the consumer stated when the frame failed, he almost hit another vehicle. He injured is knee, when trying to bring the vehicle to a stop, but the brakes locked up. The consumer stated the frame had rotted away.”
NHTSA complaint #10476183, filed 2012-09Related 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.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 6% |
| 2002 | 4 | 29% |
| 2001 | 1 | 3% |
| 2000 | 7 | 24% |
| 1999 | 6 | 13% |
| 1998 | 2 | 9% |
| 1997 | 1 | 6% |
| 1996 | 2 | 11% |
| 1995 | 1 | 7% |
| 1994 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2000 Dodge RAM Van
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Dodge RAM Van
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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