2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Body, Seats & Latches
Body, Seats & Latches leads by volume: 570 of 1,112 complaints (51%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 513 in 2000 to 1,112 in 2001.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | vs. 2001 Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900–5,200 | 3,900–4,800 | 3,900–4,800 | 3,900–5,200 | 3,900–4,800 | |
| Combined MPG | 12–16 | 13–16 | 13–16 | 12–16 | 13–16 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 11–14 / 15–20 | 11–14 / 15–19 | 11–14 / 15–19 | 10–14 / 14–19 | 11–14 / 15–19 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 555–741 | 555–684 | 555–684 | 555–741 | 555–684 | |
| Complaints filed | 610 | 513 | 1,112 | 815 | 1,170 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 64 | 37 | 65 | 55 | 76 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 19 | 8 | 35 | 14 | 12 | |
| Injuries reported | 49 | 50 | 80 | 62 | 80 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup?
Body, Seats & Latches: 570 of 1,112 NHTSA complaints (51%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup get?
EPA rates it 13–16 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup?
EPA estimates $3,900–$4,800 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 14 mpg (high) | 18 mpg | 16 mpg (high) | $3,900 (low) | 555 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 3.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 13 mpg | 19 mpg (high) | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 592 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 12 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | $4,450 | 635 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 5-spd | 8 | 5.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 12 mpg | 18 mpg | 14 mpg | $4,450 | 635 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 11 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 13 mpg (low) | $4,800 (high) | 684 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.2L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 11 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | 13 mpg (low) | $4,800 (high) | 684 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 5-spd | 8 | 5.2L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 12 mpg | 16 mpg | 13 mpg (low) | $4,800 (high) | 684 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.9L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 11 mpg (low) | 16 mpg | 13 mpg (low) | $4,800 (high) | 684 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 56 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 95 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 17 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical | 83 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 59 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 53 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 103 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 90 | 43 | 1 | 37 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 18 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 570 | 7 | 3 | 19 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 30 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 131 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Campaign 06E024000 · Mar 17, 2006
Defect: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT K&N FUEL PERFORMANCE KITS, P/NOS. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, AND 57-1530. ALSO, A SMALL PERCENTAGE OF THESE KITS WERE SOLD UNDER THE MOPAR PERFORMANCE PARTS BRAND NAME (P/NOS. P5007069 AND P5007070). ALL KITS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 20, 1999, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 23, 2004. THESE ASSEMBLIES WERE MANUFACTURED AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN DODGE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SUVS. A SMALL PIECE OF MATERIAL FROM THE TUBE WALL COULD BE SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE THROTTLE BODY, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO BECOME JAMMED IN THE OPEN POSITION.
Consequence: A JAMMED OPEN THROTTLE COULD CAUSE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH OR INCREASED STOPING DISTANCES WHEN BRAKING.
Remedy: K&N WILL PROVIDE OWNERS WITH A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 20, 2006.
TIRES · Campaign 03V504000 · Dec 11, 2003
Defect: ON CERTAIN 4X4 PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH THE SNOW PLOW PREPARATION PACKAGE, THE TIRES SUPPLIED ON SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATINGS THAT SLIGHTLY EXCEED THE MAXIMUM TIRE LOAD CAPACITY AS DEFINED IN FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."
Consequence:
Remedy: DEALERS WILL PROVIDE REPLACEMENT P245/75R16 TIRES TO MEET THE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY SPECIFIED ON THE VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL AND ACCOMMODATE THE ADDITION OF A COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE SNOW PLOW AND HARDWARE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-992-1997.
AIR BAGS · Campaign 01V153000 · May 18, 2001
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS. SOUND DEADENER MATERIAL INSIDE THE STEERING WHEEL COULD BECOME DETACHED FROM THE COVER AND HOUSING. NOTE: THE RAM PICKUP TRUCKS WERE BUILT AT THE WARREN ASSEMBLY PLANT ("S" IN THE 11TH VIN POSITION) FROM MAY 16, 2000 THROUGH OCTOBER 23, 2000; ST. LOUIS NORTH ASSEMBLY PLANT ("J" IN THE 11TH VIN POSITION) FROM MAY 19, 2000 THROUGH OCTOBER 23, 2000; LAGO ALBERTO ASSEMBLY PLANT ("M" IN THE 11TH VIN POSITION) FROM MAY 23, 2000 THROUGH OCTOBER 23, 2000; AND SALTILLO ASSEMBLY PLANT ("G" IN THE 11TH VIN POSITION) FROM MAY 23, 2000 THROUGH OCTOBER 23, 2000. IMPORTANT: VEHICLES THAT HAVE ALREADY HAD THE PROPER CLOCKSPRING INSTALLED, ACCORDING TO WARRANTY RECORDS, HAVE BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THIS RECALL. IN ADDITION, 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD A SUSPECT REPLACEMENT CLOCKSPRING INSTALLED, ACCORDING TO WARRANTY RECORDS, HAVE BEEN ADDED TO THIS RECALL.
Consequence: WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE MATERIAL COULD INTERFERE WITH THE CLOCKSPRING RIBBON AND CAUSE AN OPEN CIRCUIT. THE DRIVER AIR BAG SYSTEM WILL BECOME DISABLED, AND THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 18, 2001. ALSO SOME 1997-200 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES THAT, ACCORDING TO WARRANTY RECORDS, HAVE HAD A SUSPECT REPLACEMENT CLOCKSPRING INSTALLED, WILL ALSO BE INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.