Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Dodge Ram owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
When driving down highway felt intermittently loss of steering, brakes felt weak, noise when turni g. Repair shop said bearings gave and needed brakes. Then lost alignment, steering,would not respond properly...mechanic said due to rust, bearing failed again, frame is rotted by steering box and helping to spread under pressure..lucky to be alive , he said...no repair parts available and Dodge, aware of the problem, said sorry...no recalls have been issued...many complaints of this frame for due to a/ c drainage and radiator overflow..now unrepairable paper weight....mechanic said previous welding / repair was attempted which says knowledge prior to me buying this faulty, unsafe vehicle..
2000 Dodge 2500 has loose steering,wanders,darts left or right and constantly correcting the steering wheel and shimmy. Truck darted to the edge of the road and went thru the ditch while towing a trailer and I have back and neck injurys and unable to work at my old profession. And Dodge is trying to settle with now and stop the website. Please look at www.dodgetrucksteeringproblems.com and get back with your opinion and please look at the problems other people are having and the denying by Dodge.
My wife was driving our 2000 Dodge dakota quad cab in a parking lot when the lower driver side ball joint failed causing a crash into a concrete pole at the driver side door. There were no unusual noises before the failure and the upper ball joints had been replaced this year as part of the recall on all dakotas. This caused my wife to hit her head on the driver side window on impact.
While having the front passenger side tire check by the dealership because it was balled. The dealership noticed that the wheel bearing lubrication had depleted. This resulted in the hub developing rust and the axle seizing.
While wheel alignment was done mechanic noticed front rotors were worn down to nothing, metal to metal. Replaced rotors and front disc pads. At this time, rotors need to be replaced again. Ball joints and tires were replaced, consumer states problems with the rear but did not specify, also did not specify types of tires. Vehicle experiencing problems with the transmission. Intake gasket replaced. New carpet in the cab was installed. New bumper and grill was installed. Consumer also states problem with the ABS along with the rotors and disc pads.
1.body jumps at different speeds unable to steere.2.odometer reading didn't move for approx- 1st 200 miles.3.engine knocks. 4. Shifting linkage and gears grind. 5. Transmission slips and front axle grinds. 6.salesman said I was approved and did qualify for any vehicle in the lot with $10,000.00 down.called finance company after purchase and was approved for the vehicle I originally wanted.7.brakes need to be replaced all the way around. Thank you, [redacted]
Dodge Ram 3500 has poor directional control when traveling at speeds greater than 50 MPH. Consumer cannot find a dealership that can examine and correct the defect. Consumer feels this vehicle is dangerous to be operated on road because consumer has to have both hands on steering wheel at all times. Consumer states dealer has made an adjustment that did not help.
While operating vehicle at any speed it is difficult to maintain control. Dealership has examined vehicle, and replaced steering gear box and aligned the wheels. Also, consumer has replaced the tires. Problem has not been effectively remedied. Please provide any additional information / attachments.
When driving between 38-45 MPH or when making a left or right hand front end bounce as if the vehicle is out of round. Consumer has contacted the dealer. As a possible cause, all four tires and two rims were replaced. The repair shop states that the front end bouncing is normal.
Vehicle has been running very rough. When vehicle is placed in gear a loud noise is heard. Also, vehicle stalls without prior warning. Problem is intermittent. In addition, vehicle pulls to one side, driver's side. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.
Related recalls
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. The welds at the right side lower control arm bracket to axle tube attachment May have inadequate fatigue life due to poor weld quality. This can lead to separation of the control arm bracket from the axle tube.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front axle with a properly welded front axle.
Suspension complaints in other Ram years
Frequently asked questions
How common are suspension problems on the 2000 Dodge Ram?
NHTSA has 22 complaints about the suspension of the 2000 Dodge Ram, 14% of the model year's 159 complaints. The component named most often is front (7 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Dodge Ram suspension problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 00V-007 (lower arm, Jan 11, 2000). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2000 Dodge Ram suspension problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 69,000 miles, and 20% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries to suspension problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.