- The problem
- Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
- The risk
- Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
- The fix
- Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Vehicle safety record
2000 Dodge Pickup Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2000 Dodge Pickup with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (3). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 2006 for the exterior lighting. For comparison, the 1999 has 6 and the 2001 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Pickup year, for its age
#319 most complained-about 2000 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2000 Dodge Pickup problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2000 Dodge Pickup recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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3 complaints about the 2000 Dodge Pickup
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Large holes in dash of 2000 dodge ram1500 pickup,stated as a crack, now entire dash. *Tr
Entire dash has cracked. Holes now exist where plastic has fallen out, the largest being 12" long. Saw news report on orlando, florida channel wkmg regarding cracked dashes on dodge rams. Went by dealer (park cities dodge in dallas, tx) to see about repair. They quoted $600 minimum for repair, so I decided not to have the work done at that time. Called the dodge consumer relations line to see how this could be resolved. As the news report indicated some people are having their dash replaced for as little as...
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$100. Dodge placed me on hold, called the dealer and they ultimately decided this was purely a cosmetic issue and would not help at all. In addition, her decision was final and there was nothing I could do about it. Clearly this is not a "cosmetic issue" if I'm having the same problem as are dodge owners in florida. I am most concerned about this regarding the impact it has on the passenger side airbag. Additionally, I'm concerned about the weather affecting the exposed wiring under the dash. *Tr
Incident: cracking of dash on dodge pickup which could lead up to dash breaking apart and falling into the vehicle control electronics which is located beneath the cracked and deteriorating dash board. Crashes: none injuries: none *tr
Dodge Pickup: every year compared
All Pickup years2000 Dodge Pickup vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Dodge Pickup | 3 | 1 | C | |
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1,097 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Dodge Intrepid | 1,089 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 830 | 12 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 659 | 11 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 494 | 13 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan | 467 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 361 | 11 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 | 210 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2000 Dodge Pickup
Does the 2000 Dodge Pickup have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Dodge Pickup: exterior lighting (March 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Dodge Pickup?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (3).
How many complaints has the 2000 Dodge Pickup had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 1, 2007 and the latest on February 25, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2000 Dodge Pickup a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Dodge Pickup year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Pickup years have the most complaints?
1998 (15), 1999 (6), 2000 (3). See every Dodge Pickup year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 Dodge Pickup has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data