8.4
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$504.00
Average Mileage:
79,924 miles
Total Complaints:
465 complaints
Most common solutions:
- Dodge should issue a recall (304 reports)
- replace dash (73 reports)
- not sure (65 reports)
- bought a dash cover (6 reports)
- glue it back together (5 reports)
- pay to have dashboard replaced (5 reports)
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2006Apr 15
Ram 1500 Ram 5.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 209,596 miles
almost 210000 miles and still going strong , just wish i still had a dash.
2010Apr 10
Ram 1500 5.9L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 78,000 miles
Although many people have had this issue in the past. mine just occurred last year. same as everyone else, the dash just cracked for no reason. I contacted Dodge personally, and they said that there was no recall on the thing. So I asked what it would cost for a new one. Funny thing is, when they checked, there was over 1000 of them on back order. Gee! you think there might be a problem Dodge. Someone needs to figure this out and respond to the thousands of Dodge customers wondering what to do!!
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2011Feb 01
Ram 1500 SLT 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 131,000 miles
This is a problem for Dodge Ram owner, I do not expect a truck less then 10 years old to have this level of damage. I am getting tried of the cost to repair items on this truck that should not be needing to be repaired. Makes me question buying a Dodge truck in the future.
2008Jul 10
Ram 1500 Sport 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 124,000 miles
The dash started with a crack now there is nothing left of the dash except jagged edges. It looks awful. I would say this is a black eye for Dodge, having all of these trucks sitting around in public view for everyone to see with busted dashes.
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2008Feb 25
Ram 1500 SLT 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 82,333 miles
What can i say how about it? The truck is 9yrs old and the dash board looks like a piece of sh*t! Way to go on this material it cracked like a flippin' potato chip! How would i fix it i don't know u would think dodge would know how to or make it right .
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2009Sep 30
Ram 1500 V6
- Automatic transmission
- 76,000 miles
I got a Dodge Ram 1500 V6 Magnum, the dash borad had crack all over and it is sh*t, I was looking for a replacement parts and made a querry on google and found this website, I thought that I was the only one but there are lots of complaint, does anyone knows the reaction from Dodge? Can you recomend where to get the replacement parts?
2009Jul 01
Ram 1500 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 80,000 miles
I have a 2001 Dodge ram 1500, my complaint is that the dash on my truck just keeps getting worse. It is cracked so bad that i had to turn the passenger side airbag off for fear that if i got into a collision that is bad enough for airbag deployment that the whole dash would break off when the airbag comes out and do serious injury to my passenger or even worse DEATH. I do believe that dodge should do a recall on this vehicle. as for now i have no interest in ever replacing my truck with another dodge. i must say that as i have owned several dodges in the past. this by far as been the best one yet for no powertrain issues. If chrysler corp. would step up and fix this dash problem. I would not have an issue with buying another one.
2003Jan 01
Ram 1500 Lariat-4x4 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 30,000 miles
First of all, I've owned a lot of Dodge trucks and Dodge has always been notorious for BAD customer service............PERIOD! It's beyond pathetic!!
My 2001 has the same cracked dash issue as every other truck Dodge has ever built. They ARE aware of the problem but refuse to acknowledge it because of $$$$$$!!
The NHTSA, like all other government agencies, is totally useless and it wouldn't surprise me one iota to find that they are "compensated" to look the other way as we all know how politics works in this country when we are referring to Corporate America or should I make myself politically correct........."Special Interest" as Washington refers to it! CORRUPTION in most folks vocabulary!
The only way this will ever get acknowledged and some form of compensation to the owners of this junk will be a large class action lawsuit! Hopefully the jury will have some DODGE TRUCK owners sitting on!!!
There really isn't a fix because if you order a new dash from Dodgetards, you'll get the same garbage they originally built it with or worst as the drive for "more" profits annihilate these greed mongers.
I have a dash cover but what does that do? Doesn't look all that terrific and it certainly doesn't hold anything together!
I thought about resin and fiberglass cloth to re-establish the dash in one piece and then a dash cap from the after market ($129) for aesthetics. Definitely not going the Dodge route, I've been suckered enough!
Should anyone want to pursue "CLASS ACTION" I would definitely have a solid interest! Let's face it, lawyers are on a role when it comes to suing someone these days so I don't think finding one is going to be a very significant issue!
2010Dec 09
Ram 1500 ST 3.9L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 130,000 miles
Ok this dash problem really isn't as bad as some people make it out to be. Yes, it's annonying, but honestly this is the most trouble i've had out of this truck in 5 years and 75,000 miles( got it used) There are quite a few companies that sell molded plastic covers for these dashes and they work very well and look darn close to the original dash(all the ones i've seen i couldn't tell until it was pointed out to me) So for around 150 maybe 200 bucks, problem solved! I still love my truck and a little something like this won't change that!
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2009Sep 01
Ram 1500 5.2L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 95,000 miles
My dash has cracked so bad that BIG pieces are falling off. I'm afraid that my child is going to get hurt due to the fact that these are very very sharp pieces. I now have huge holes in my dash, and am afraid that the rest is going to fall off at any point. Its not due to wear and tear its because they obviously built the dash with the wrong product. I'm not the only one with this problem. I have many friends that have dodge trucks and its also happening to their vehicles as well. I don't have the money to put a new dash in my truck. Have looked for replacement parts but it shouldn't be me paying to have this problem fixed. Dodge needs to have a recall and get this under control. I'm also afraid that if I did wreck there is nothing there to protect me. And then the pieces would just become hazardous. Especially the fact there is an air bag behind the dash. I have to keep mine turn offed because I don't something to go wrong. I'm afraid that they are going to wait until someone gets hurt or killed then decide to recall. Very wrong on their part.
2007Feb 28
Ram 1500 Slt Laramie 5.9L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 175,000 miles
Bought the truck in '07 from an old man that had a carpet dash cover on it,on the way home i slide my hand under it and cut myself on jagged pieces of dash! There where large pieces of dash missing and later i had to replace the heater core which you have to remove the dash to do that left me with nothing on top by the time i was done. I looked into replacing it but its costly and having stumbled across this site am happy i didnt because obviously its not just my dash. I cannot believe an "American" auto company would put out something this bad and not do anything to fix it, I think a recall is in order!
2005Jun 15
Ram 1500 5.9L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 87,000 miles
Piece of crap, and they want way too much to fix!!
2010Mar 01
Ram 1500
- Automatic transmission
- 52,000 miles
not exactly sure when it cracked, but last spring I got into the truck an noticed a big crack in the dashboard on the passenger side
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2003May 03
Ram 1500 ST 5.2L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 62,075 miles
IT STARTED AS A SMALL CRACK. NOW THE WHOLE TOP OF THE DASH IS GONE. IT JUST FELL APART PIECE BY PIECE. CHEAPEST DASHBOARD I HAVE EVER SEEN IN A VEHICLE!!! NOW I NOTICED THE GLOVE BOX IS STARTING TO CRACK TO. CANNOT BELIEVE SOMETHING THIS CHEEP CAME IN A TRUCK.
2003Nov 01
Ram 1500 LS V8
- Automatic transmission
- 28,000 miles
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After seeing all of the complaints about 2001 Dodge Ram dash board cracking how can this not be a recall. My dash board is cracking so bad that I have to get it fixed with my own money. Ive seen cars from the 70's that has dash boards in good shape, and my truck is a 2001 WTF!!! I called the Lewisville, Tx Huffines Dodge and they said they could do nothing about this, and thats not right. Little story- I got my truck inspected and when the guy put my sticker on his hand went through the dash board leaving a huge hole. I almost took the place to court because I
thought they damaged my dash. I apologized a week later when I saw all the complaints online. I hope Dodge will do the right thing and fix my dash! Until this happens I will not buy another Dodge.
2003Nov 03
Ram 1500 Laramie/slt 5.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 25,000 miles
My dash has cracks all over it and it has never been parked outside for more than an hour! Cracks are covering it and im afraid its gonna fall through behind the brake pedal or something! I love dodge but they need to issue a recall this is bullshit making us pay for there sh*tty design work!
2008Dec 29
Ram 1500
- Automatic transmission
- 62,000 miles
i brought the truck in o8 with 58k on it .i had it 2 months and the dash started cracking and they done nothing about .now the dash looks like sh*t.also my brother truck is the same.now my truck,the paint on the hood and top of cab is cheeping off.the truck looks like sh*t. you know i have had dodge trucks in my family for years now,i went from ford to dodge.but if it going to be like this,i will never buy a dodge again.which if i can get rid of this 2001,i will be back with ford 100 percent
2008Jul 01
Ram 1500 ST 3.9L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 40,000 miles
I have enjoyed my dodge truck. Very reliable. Looks like new on outside considering its a 2001. The dash board has large holes and is really hurts the true value of this truck.
Every time I see a similar model of this truck I look at the Dash. I have never seen ANY with out cracked dashes. The makers of this truck should be more than willing to fix this problem. Because of this I will never buy another Chrysler Product or will any one from my family.
2010Sep 01
Ram 1500 Laramie SLT 5.9L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 50,000 miles
I have owned nothing but Dodge vehicles my entire life. I had some paint issues with my 1985 Ram. I had decided after the clearcoat came off our 1994 Intrepid that I was through with Dodge, however a nice factory rebate incentive got me to buy this truck. Now this cracking dashboard has pretty much sealed the deal for me. Guess I'm a Ford man now.
2007Aug 01
Ram 1500
- Manual transmission
- 65,000 miles
I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY CHRYSLER WONT COVER THE DASH . SO MANY OF US HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM . I AM EMBARRASSED BY THE UGLINESS AND AM AFRAID IT WILL HAVE A NEGATIVE IMPACT IF I WERE TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT. WILL MY AIR BAGS DEPLOY WILL THE CRUMPLE ZONE HOLD. WILL THE ELECTRICAL SHORT. THERE ARE SO MANY QUESTIONS . DOES DODGE HAVE AN ANSWER FOR US?
2005Jul 13
Ram 1500
- Automatic transmission
- 75,000 miles
I'm really upset to have a truck I love go to sh*t! I take it ever where and my friends don't want to because I've had to put two transmissions in it and the dash sucks! It's really upsetting to see a good truck go to sh*t when you take good care of it. I went from Ford and Chevy to Dodge. But the product just isn't pulling it's weight! I love it, but do I need to wait for another trany to go out or the whole to cave in with nothing in return? I'm really upset over this, I'm getting ready to retire from the military and don't have money for this foolish fix up stuff! After 20 some years in the military, I should be able to count on something. Dodge isn't helping matters!
2009Dec 01
Ram 1500 LS 5.9L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 74,000 miles
I brought the 01 truck brand new and have had a windshield visor in the vehicle from day one. This truck's dash has not seen 24 hrs of daylight in a row ever in its life. The damage is not near as bad as I have seen on others including my 03 Ram. There is no reason whatsoever that I should have to pay for anything as I have done nothing wrong. This truck has been babied and only has 78,500 original miles on it. The only other complaint is the chrome peeling on the grille. Hopefully Dodge will do the right thing and fix all of the broken dashes as this is a widespread problem!!!
2004Nov 18
Ram 1500 5.5L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 71,000 miles
It's is awful and horrible, looks like a junk truck.
2008Jan 08
Ram 1500 Sport 3.6L
- Automatic transmission
- 75,000 miles
Dashboard started cracking and with in three months had several cracks extending from windshiled to the front. Then a triangular piece about 8 inches in diameter broke off leaving a big, with several cracks across the top. The plastic faceplate around the steering column and stereo has started cracking and now has several small cracks on the top part.
2005Jan 01
Ram 1500
- Automatic transmission
- 43,000 miles
I love this truck, but this is such a pain, and with all the other complaints I have read, Dodge should DEFINATELY issue a recall. Who cares if the vehicle is not "new", it should not be in the condition it is in. We also own a 1976 Chevy truck, and the dash in it is flawless and it has been treated much harsher than the Dodge.
2006Sep 07
Ram 1500 Larime 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 170,000 miles
I have a 2001 Dodge Ram1500 4x4 as well as alot of people on here do. I have the exact same problem....cracked dash all over,holes everywhere with chunks fallen through to I guess inside the dash. My main issue with this is you spend all the money to take care of an investment, your truck. And 5yrs or whatever later it was all for nothing bc you have a dash that has completely fallen apart and made your investment decrease to the amount of absolutely nothing. You cant sale it bc nobody else wants to deal with this issue and its so absurdly expensive you cant pay for it or don't want to. Believe me I am a die hard Ram truck fan but this issue needs to be taken care of. This is a truck that I love and have not had very many problems with except this major issue. I just want to suggest to dodge/chrysler/ram/fiat whoever you are now. You have alot of people who still have a nice vehicle except for the interior that can cause even more issues. Fix your problem instead of acting like you don't hear us, this is an issue that needs to be resolved. THANKS
2006Jul 17
Ram 1500 V8
- Automatic transmission
- 32,000 miles
The dashboard cracked on our 2001 Dodge Ram for no reason after owning it for about 5 months. It was 5 years old when we bought it. There should be a recall on this-it is so annoying how the dashboard has rattled ever since and it feels like the whole thing is about to fall off! Our cup holder also broke off for no reason shortly after.
2001Jun 10
Ram 1500 Lariat-4x4 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 33,000 miles
Dodge is notorious for the worst customer service in the industry--for me it goes all the way back to the late 60's early 70's! They simply don't care and their only mission in life is GREED!!
I owned numerous Dodge trucks and never had this problem before-it is definitely a cut in product quality for PROFITS!!
I think if these people had any decency what-so-ever or if the GOVERNMENT actually did their over paid job, a RECALL is definitely in order-there are MILLIONS of complaints on file!!!
I had a 1976 Dodge 3500 4X4 that the front end went out 4 months after I purchased it brand new from the dealer. I was living in upstate NY where snowfall and snow plowing are a part of life. I took the vehicle to the dealer--they diagnosed the problem which was the bearing race spun due to faulty manufacturing specs causing the rear end housing to become egg shaped wiping out my entire ring and pinion cluster. Now here's where it gets better..........Dodge told me they had to order the parts under warranty and then fix the truck..........thinking ok, a week or two???? OH NO!! NO,NO,NO! It actually took them FIVE MONTHS----YES, that's -----5----FIVE months!
Another dealer had a complete assembly sitting on the shelf in Albany,NY but dodge could never do anything simple! Instead some over paid IDIOT sitting in an office in North Carolina tells me WARRANTY PARTS have to come direct from the factory only! They don't have anyone within the corporation who has the common sense to determine that is their dumbest policy yet!!!
DODGE is NOTORIOUS FOR BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE AND IT DOESN'T"T SEEM TO EVER CHANGE!!! That is why they are at the bottom of the pile and always will be!!!
And for those Chevy and Fords lovers, it isn't much better over there except that you can buy parts for a Chevy ANYWHERE!!!! And yes I have owned a few and they have their issues too--just ask anyone who owns a 700R4 transmission----TOTAL JUNK!!!!
Update from Mar 27, 2011: And just to think you get all this bargain for $40,000! A truck that leaves the factory for somewhere in the $5000-$8000 area mysteriously presents itself on some dealers lot for $40,000! Now do you understand WHY Dodge doesn't want to hear anything about it?????
2005Dec 22
Ram 1500 Magnum 5.2L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 338,000 miles
when it first started cracking I super glued it and it was only one straight crack. I blame a heavy weight friend of mine by leaning on it, he swore he didn't but because it was new I didn't believe him. But then it continued to spider crack everywhere. I super glued it again when pieces started falling out or in the dash. I suggested fiberglass but a friend that builds canoes said the odor would not be healthy. I'm left with at least a third of the dash. There has been lighters, smokes, keys, pens, ect. that has fell through the sink holes (that's what they look like) I have no major complaints about my dodge with the mileage I have on it. But when I first got it I son o a gun the dash, window rubbers , bumpers and back of mirrors and also had a sun shield in the window all the time because of fla sun. after the dash started cracking I switched to armoral, then Vaseline and wipeit down hoping it would save some of it. It did not matter.
2010Aug 12
Ram 1500 Sport 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 118,000 miles
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I had a 00 Ram,beautiful truck.After about 6mos after I bought it dash started cracking
and kept getting worse.Called Dodge but got the runaround they said it was because
of heat.And would not do anything about it.So I had to replace it myself $1100 dollars
worth.Finally sold it and swore I,d never own another one.But about 6mos ago I found
another one I liked an 01 the dash was crack free so I bought it about a mo. later this
dash also cracked and the transmission is making noise in reverse.Have been trying to
sell it $2000 below what I paid for it but no luck.truck is nothing but a money pit.I don't
think dodge will ever fix the problem.As for me NO MORE DODGES!!!!
2006Jun 12
Ram 1500 LarietSLT
- 57,659 miles
The complete dashboard has broken up like a potato chip and is falling into the bottom of dashboard. If the airbag is deployed due to accident the passenger will be hurt severely by these chunks of plastic which are different sizes and sharp. I am twice the age of the State Farm agent and he told me it was caused by the sun. I have lived through 50 Texas summers and not one vehicle I have ever own looked this bad.
2005Nov 01
Ram 1500 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 140,000 miles
After a long search, I have found that this is a common problem with the Doge Ram trucks. If Dodge does not do anything about this then we need to. Everyone having this problem with Dodges needs to call 1800-992-1997. We need to get together as a group and get these dashes recalled.
2009Oct 22
Ram 1500
- Automatic transmission
- 60,000 miles
Well I love my dodge but I was absolutely done with Dodge not taking action when it came to the severe cracking in the dash and bezel of my vehicle. After a lot of research I found a company here in Pompano that makes dashboard replacements. About a year ago I replaced it myself and it only cost 329 for the replacement which wasn't as bad as some other solutions I had found. If you're to the point where you can't deal anymore look them up (Plastic Parts, Inc.)
2005Mar 05
Ram 1500 4x4 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 89,000 miles
I don't know why I never took the time to investigate about Dodge problems before buying this peace of S#$"!!, I bought it used with the dash broken, the guy who I got it from said that it cost very low ($50.00) for a new one, 'till I found out myself later, and now i know that this is a defect from manufacturer, I am so pissed and disappointed. Why the heck if government already knows about it, don't help?, maybe we should join our voices and ask our congress to act immediately.
2009Aug 14
Ram 1500
- Automatic transmission
- 85,100 miles
Cracks, Cracks, Holes and both dash and bezel fell apart. This is ridiculous to have to deal with and Dodge refuses to step up and take care of an obvious factory issue. Nice vehicle low quality will never buy from Dodge or Chrysler again.
2010Dec 01
Ram 1500
- Automatic transmission
- 64,000 miles
Looks really bad, Dodge screwed this up so they should fix it.
2004Feb 14
Ram 1500 V8
- Automatic transmission
- 20,000 miles
We love our Dodge Ram except the dash board is cracked really really bad it has just crumbled....It would be really nice if Dodge would have a recall and just fix the problem.
2003Feb 12
Ram 1500 5.9L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 13,000 miles
I think that the auto maker should fix the problem. After all we buy something new and something like this happens,if anyone has an accidental the broken pieces could hurt someone or it could fall into the wireing and short something out.also it could cause problems with the airbags.I think ir should be fix real soon, I am sure that any of the people that think it isn't a problem aren't driving a truck with a broken dashboard.If they are they sure have had it fixed by now.
2010Dec 03
Ram 1500 Sport 4X4 5.2L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 153,000 miles
The dash on my truck started cracking about 5 years ago. At first it was just one crack. This year it has really deteriorated. There are lots of cracks and a number of holes where chunks of plastic have fallen in. The bezel around the instrument panel also started cracking this year - and is now partially detached and flapping.
I am glad I found this site and am not alone in having this problem. Chrysler should recall these vehicles or offer a replacement dash / bezel problem - as there is clearly a manufacturing defect with these components. I will be contacting them to complain and ask them to pay all (or part) of the cost of replacing these parts.
Other than the dash I love the vehicle - it's been pretty reliable.
2003Oct 10
Ram 1500 XLT 360
- Automatic transmission
- 50,000 miles
Extremely unhappy! I'll never but Dodge again! Dodge take care of this.
2009Nov 04
Ram 1500 318
- Automatic transmission
- 78,000 miles
The dash started cracking in the middle of the dash and went all the way into the trim . The whole dash is now cracked and pieces are falling through .I believe it to be very unsafe.
2007Jul 19
Ram 1500 Quad
- Automatic transmission
- 120,000 miles
I bought the truck used in 2005 ,small crack in dash. Slowly but surly crack got larger and additional cracks kept on appearing.
I literary have a dash board of cracks and holes.
2006Jan 01
Ram 1500 Slt Lariat 5.9L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 120,000 miles
We bought the 2001 Dodge 1500(SLT Lariat 5.9L V8) in Jan 2000 to replace my used 92 tempo that never had a cracked dash. my now ex wanted to get a tiny Mazda, but I insisted on this truck b'c i felt safer in it-and I do. Plus if you are a True Texan you get an American truck. And I love this truck but I hate the makers-I am not sure who they are because the label says US/MEXICO/CANADA- (Thanks NAFTA). But my dashboard started w a crack, then it made a quarter size triangle shape that caved in that rattled. Then in the past 3 years the cracks started appearing like crazy, and the frame hangs on. Fortunately, No one hardly sits in the passenger side, as my son sits in the back. But when people get in-they get the warning "DON"T TOUCH!"- or better yet my scream, as if it were protecting a work of art. Now I have to remove the Heater core-ANother DODGE problem-cooling/heating system-Since 2003(minus 1 yr of driving while I was in Korea) I already replaced Hoses water pumps thermostats radiator caps, radiator, and it's still leaking!!!.The dealership has done the major work on this too. I am wondering if this is worth it? But w everyone complaining about the crappy craftsmanship of this dashboard, it is not hard to see that it can't be replaced cheaply by going to the junkyard-they are broken there too! And the dealership probably will sell you another crappy dashboard. i am not willing to risk the 700-1000 on a dashboard. They are already trying to charge that for the heater core! Next time I would say I am, going foreign, but I wonder about the Tundra being made right here in SA, Tx?
PS Does anybody know where the dashboard was made?
Adios mi Dodge!
2009Aug 01
Ram 1500 Sport 5.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 65,000 miles
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Dash is cracking for no reason. I'm afraid to even touch it because it will cave in. I've seen numerous complaints over the internet describing the same problem. Due to the all the cracking pieces my dash board sounds like a bowl of rice krispies.
2008Jun 03
Ram 1500 4x4 5.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 155,000 miles
IF DODGE WONT FIX THE PROBLEN I WILL NEVER BUY ANY THING FROM THEM AGAIN AS LONG AS I LIVE AS FAR AS I AM CONCEREND THE CAN SHOVE IT UP THEIR ASSES
2008Jul 23
Ram 1500
- Automatic transmission
- 80,845 miles
The dash was cracked when I purchased the vehicle over two years ago. There were cracks running over the area above the steering wheel and over the glove compartment, running into the area of the passenger airbag. It has steadily gotten worse. Just yesterday the front cover quite literally exploded into fragments. The dash is currently not attached, it is just hanging. It stays in place for the most part but can very easily be lifted.
I have seen, heard and read of many other Dodge dashboards with this same problem. If it is so prevalent, the manufacturer should be held responsible. A solution to this defect, be it a recall or reimbursement for repairs, is seriously past due.
2009Nov 10
Ram 1500 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 90,000 miles
I to have a dodge ram 1500 with a cracked dash. Has anyone had it fixed? If so how much did it cost and where can u go to have it done or is it easy enough to do on your own?
2008Oct 01
Ram 1500 V8
- Automatic transmission
- 75,000 miles
Numerous, spontaneous cracks all over dash. Manufacturer claims no fault of theirs. DO THE RIGHT THING!!!
2008Jul 15
Ram 1500 SLT 5.9L
- Automatic transmission
- 42,000 miles
Great truck except now the dash is coming apart. Started out just a small crack and now has spread into 6 different cracks across the dash. Every crack has started around the screw holes that hold the dash in place up by the windshield. Need to throw away the power tools when installing and just use good ole hand power is my guess on why it is cracking in these spots
Update from Nov 17, 2010: Just got off the phone with Chrysler today. They wil give me a $250.00 co-pay towards a new dash and pick up the rest of the tab. Not a free dash but very much can live with this. Just took some time and a phone call to Chrysler, am happy with the results.
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2011Mar 30
Ram 1500 5.7L Mag
Very disappointed that I am finding out that this is a regular complaint about the Dodge Ram. Should not be a problem in that area. No reason that all Dodge products have the same material on their dashes. Should never crack or break as easy as it does.
Dave H.
Wichita, Kansas, USA
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