2001 Dodge Ram 2500 electrical system problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. In 2003, I noticed parts of the dash, starting to break apart. In 2004, I had a major head on collision, and the airbag, did NOT deploy. The damage was extensive, with bent frame. The damage was $17,000 in 2004. I was told by the Chrysler Dealership, that did the…”
filed Apr 2, 2024
“While driving my truck as I pulled into my driveway and stopped the vehicle the truck shut down. No power to the engine, lights etc. I researched the problem online and found mention of a wire in the steering column that after a few years of tilting the steering wheel up and down the wire will…”
filed Jan 10, 2018
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
KEY, 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…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020KEY, 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…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020Charging 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…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Ram 2500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ram 2500 | 51 | 18% |
| 2011 Ram 2500 | 23 | 8% |
| 2010 Ram 2500 | 22 | 9% |
| 2009 Ram 2500 | 10 | 5% |
| 2008 Ram 2500 | 16 | 5% |
| 2007 Ram 2500 | 24 | 7% |
| 2006 Ram 2500 | 131 | 20% |
| 2005 Ram 2500 | 34 | 8% |
| 2004 Ram 2500 | 46 | 8% |
| 2003 Ram 2500 | 26 | 4% |
| 2002 Ram 2500 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 Ram 2500 | 10 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.