The 2000 Dodge Ram has 6 recalls, the most serious involving brake hoses and front suspension welds that can each compromise steering and stopping ability, raising the risk of a crash.
On 4x4 models with anti-lock brakes, the front tire or wheel can contact the brake hose and ABS sensor wire during a full steering lock turn, potentially cutting the brake line and reducing braking effectiveness. Separately, the right-side lower front control arm bracket can separate from the axle tube, causing the truck to pull or become unstable when braking. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the control arm issue, which is why it appears across multiple filings.
One recall in the list describes an electrical fire risk in vans and wagons without power front seats, where a connector beneath the driver's seat can develop a short circuit in the presence of road salt and moisture, building up heat that may ignite a fire. That defect does not apply to pickup trucks. Finally, on 4x4 trucks equipped with a snow plow package, the front axle may be loaded beyond what the tires are rated to handle, which can stress or damage the tires over time.
At a glance
What can fail
On certain 4x4 pickup trucks with snow plow packages, the total weight the axles are rated to carry may exceed what the tires are designed to safely support.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace all tires, including the full-size spare tire if equipped.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Road salt, water, and debris can corrode the power seat connector beneath the driver's seat, causing an electrical short circuit that repeatedly trips the circuit breaker.
What the fix does
Remove the circuit breaker from the fuse panel. Your dealer can perform this repair for free if you prefer.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front tire or wheel may contact the brake hose and ABS sensor wire during sharp turns due to insufficient clearance, potentially damaging the wire and puncturing the brake hose, which could reduce front braking power.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the vehicle, replace the front brake hose assembly, and inspect and replace the ABS sensor wire if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front tire or wheel may contact the brake hose or ABS sensor wire during sharp turns because there is insufficient clearance between them.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front brake hose assemblies and inspect and replace the ABS sensor wire if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Welds connecting the right lower control arm bracket to the axle tube may be poor quality, causing the bracket to eventually separate from the axle tube. This can reduce steering control, worsen braking, and cause the vehicle to pull to one side when braking.
What the fix does
The front axle will be replaced with one that has properly welded connections.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Welds connecting the right lower control arm bracket to the axle tube may be poorly made, causing them to fail over time and separate from the axle.
What the fix does
The front axle will be replaced with one that has properly welded connections.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
