10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
70,145 miles

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1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Owner Comments (Page 2 of 3)

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problem #36

Jul 192010

Ram 2500

  • 108,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

1999 Dodge Ram 2500: The complete dash assembly is cracking and flaking into pieces along the top cover from left to right and from the cluster to the windshield. Features are cracking along the lower section of dash, also, from the left to the right side. This will soon effect the structural housing area around the right side SRS airbag mounting. I'm concerned about the stability of the SRS airbag deployment functioning properly in the event of deployment. There is also the possibility of the wiring harness being damaged or failing due to sharp edges of the plastic in the dash assembly. If the sharp edges cut the wiring and the cut wire edges rub together, this will cause a premature deployment of the SRS airbag. There is also a concern of the main dash harness being damaged from sharp edges and causing the possibility of a short between voltage and ground circuits touching causing excessive heating of shorted circuits and causing fire in the brittle plastic areas.

- Greensboro, NC, USA

problem #35

Jun 012006

Ram 2500

  • 125,000 miles
The dash in my 1999 is falling apart. I am worried about the air bags and wiring being exposed. I know this is a very problem with Dodge.

- Brenham, TX, USA

problem #34

Dec 012009

Ram 2500

  • 60,100 miles
Multiple fissures are developing in the dash and the structural integrity of the entire console is questionable.

- Laporte, CO, USA

problem #33

Oct 152007

Ram 2500

  • 120,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Dash cracks which may lead to ripped airbags on deployment. May also cut electrical wires causing sparks or fire.

- Chowchilla, CA, USA

problem #32

Sep 142009

Ram 2500

  • miles
The dash in my 99 Dodge Ram is severly cracked and I believe that dod ge should be made to replace them this is a big problem in alot of Dodge if the dash is craked real bad and the air bag deploys it can become a deathly situation.

- Orlando, FM, USA

problem #31

Apr 182007

Ram 2500

  • 70,000 miles
1999 Dodge 2500 Ram dash cracking causing wiring problems.

- State Road , NC, USA

problem #30

Jan 012007

Ram 2500

  • 65,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My 1999 Dodge dashboard started cracking and months later pieces are breaking away as I clean it. It is so brittle I can't touch it any more. I always use a sun shield and always leave my windows cracked open to allow proper air flow to prevent issues from happening. This is unacceptable. "come on Dodge" what kind of garbage is this. I've had many other trucks with way more miles than this and had never had a problem like this. This is not normal wear. This is the sign of poor quality!!! do to the fact that Dodge is turning a blind eye on this problem I will not buy another Dodge again.

- Wallington, NJ, USA

problem #29

Feb 102009

Ram 2500

  • 80,000 miles
I own a 1999 Ram 2500 and my dashboard is also falling apart. Over the last few months the dash is busted and cracked all the way across. The trim around the gauges is all cracked.

- Boswell, OK, USA

problem #28

Sep 102004

Ram 2500

  • miles
Over time the dashboard started cracking in multiple places. Pieces have broken off. No excessive wear was placed on the dash. Have not replaced the dash due to cost.

- Paso Robles, CA, USA

problem #27

Jan 012009

Ram 2500

  • 90,000 miles
Dash in 1999 Dodge Ram cracking and falling apart.

- Buffalo, WV, USA

problem #26

Aug 012008

Ram 2500

  • 140,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My dash on my 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 has completely fell through causing wiring problems my lights will just stop working.

- Georgetown, TX, USA

problem #25

Nov 012006

Ram 2500

  • 135,000 miles
Cracked dash, many cracks across whole dash, large 8" X 8" hole broke through.

- Colchester, CT, USA

problem #24

Aug 091999

Ram 2500

  • 102,206 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving 20 mph, the wheel detached from the wheel well. As a result, the contact crashed into two other vehicles, which damaged the axles. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop and the mechanic stated that the failure was due to a structural defect. She also spoke with the manufacturer and they stated that they would assist; however, the contact has not heard from them since the incident. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. There was a defect investigation case number PE99069, but it has been closed. The current and failure mileages were 102,206.

- Lyons, GA, USA

problem #23

Nov 012007

Ram 2500

  • miles
The dash started cracking on the passenger side near the defroster vent this past winter. Within the last week, the crack has grown to about 10 - 12 inches in length toward the passenger side airbag. The crack is growing each day now.

- Moberly, MO, USA

problem #22

Dec 012006

Ram 2500

  • 95,000 miles
The dash first developed a crack but has now developed holes in the dash.

- Palmyra, WI, USA

problem #21

Sep 152006

Ram 2500 4WD 6-cyl Diesel

  • Manual transmission
  • 152,000 miles
1. dash cracking and collapsing...due to ? 2. VIN plate no longer visible, pieces keep breaking off 3. nothing has been done to fix the problem. Hoping Dodge would recall.

- North Charleston, SC, USA

problem #20

Feb 012006

Ram 2500 4WD 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 98,000 miles
1999 Dodge Ram 2500. Dash started cracking in 2006..now is much worse and getting even worse. Eventually this dash will collapse completely, exposing wiring. I also am concerned that, in the case of an accident and if your head or neck struck the dash it would cause sever lacerations. Passenger side included.

- Yakima, WA, USA

problem #19

Nov 202004

Ram 2500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles
I have a 99' Dodge 2500 diesel truck with a cracked dash. It is in pieces and am worried I will begin to have more problems with electrical components from all the pieces it is in and is constantly getting worse. I would like a new dash and an apology to keep me buying from Dodge!!

- Rhome, TX, USA

problem #18

May 262004

Ram 2500 4WD 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 60,000 miles
99' Dodge Ram 2500 quad 4X4 dashboard is cracked in 9 places and is completely free from it's anchors due to cracking at the attachment points. Started to crack in 2004 but Dodge denied any warranty coverage for it then. Dodge dealer stated then it was due to climate conditions in ca.

- Garner, NC, USA

problem #17

Aug 012007

Ram 2500 4WD 10-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 50,000 miles
Cracked dash near passenger side airbag, seems like it could be dangerous if the airbag deployed.

- New Glarus, WI, USA

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