Complaints
561
Crashes
23
Fires
18
Injuries
21
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2001 Dodge 2500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#1145 complaints
Structural Problems
Avg mileage:101,709 mi
Fires:2
#239 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:79,234 mi
Crash-related:1
#329 complaints
Body Structure
Avg mileage:95,245 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Dodge 2500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Problems | 145 | — | 2 | 101,709 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 39 | 1 | — | 79,234 mi | |
| Body Structure | 29 | 1 | — | 95,245 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 16 | — | — | 60,089 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 13 | — | — | 127,247 mi | |
| Diesel Fuel System | 12 | — | — | 67,720 mi | |
| Suspension:Front | 12 | — | — | 76,500 mi | |
| Airbags | 10 | — | — | 119,150 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | 1 | 120,218 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 9 | — | 6 | — | |
| Brakes | 9 | 3 | — | 142,127 mi | |
| Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) | 9 | 1 | — | 38,733 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel | 8 | — | 6 | 67,500 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 8 | 1 | — | 103,604 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint | 8 | — | — | 65,226 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 7 | 6 | — | 74,333 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 7 | — | — | 147,984 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 6 | — | — | 136,250 mi | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 6 | — | — | 33,806 mi | |
| Wheels:Rim | 6 | — | — | 91,333 mi | |
| Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump | 5 | — | — | 70,697 mi | |
| Latches / Locks | 5 | — | — | 85,944 mi | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 5 | — | — | 35,067 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint | 5 | — | — | 51,000 mi | |
| Instrument Cluster | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 4 | — | — | — |
Structural Problems
145
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
101,709
Steering Defects
39
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
79,234
Body Structure
29
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
95,245
Automatic Transmission
16
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
60,089
Suspension Failures
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
127,247
Diesel Fuel System
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
67,720
Suspension:Front
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
76,500
Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
119,150
Electrical Faults
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
120,218
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
6
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
142,127
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
38,733
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
6
Avg Miles
67,500
Hydraulic Brakes
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
103,604
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
65,226
Air Bags:Frontal
7
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
—
Avg Miles
74,333
Tire Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
147,984
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
136,250
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
33,806
Wheels:Rim
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
91,333
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
70,697
Latches / Locks
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
85,944
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
35,067
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
51,000
Instrument Cluster
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2001 Dodge 2500 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2001 Dodge 2500 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2001 Dodge 2500 has 561 NHTSA complaints, 23 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Structural Problems with 145 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Dodge 2500?
Top reported problems: Structural Problems (145 complaints, avg 101,709 mi); Steering Defects (39 complaints, avg 79,234 mi); Body Structure (29 complaints, avg 95,245 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Dodge 2500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 92,622 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Dodge 2500?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Dodge 2500 include 23 crash-related reports, 18 fire reports, 21 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2001 Dodge 2500 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2001 Dodge 2500 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2001 Dodge 2500?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Dodge 2500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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