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When using the left turn signal the right signal sometimes flashes. Sometimes the left signal will flash for a few seconds, then the right signal will flash a few times. Failures are intermittent and inconsistent. Also, the wipers and washers operate intermittently, and the high beam switch works about 20% of the time, sometimes requiring a stop to actuate the switch repeatedly so as not to blind oncoming traffic.
The turn signals works sporadically I flip the signal left it will blink right and vice versa or they wont work at all at times also the hazard lights will not work. Along with these symptoms the windshield wipers will not work at the same times as the prior mentioned symptoms. I called the dealer to check vehicle recalls the service agent said there was not any recalls but this is a common complaint on the 2007 Dodge Ram it is a very dangerous situation as it was raining during the last episode the visibility was extremely low and I was unable to properly let the other motorist my intention to merge out of traffic.
While waiting in traffic for light to change at corner of jackson bluff road and hwy 544, conway, SC, on 4 August 2012, truck suddenly accelerated even when brake was applied. Was able to whip truck onto sidewalk at jackson bluff rd & 544 to avoid an accident. It appeared that truck engine accelerated to as much as 2000 RPM even with brake on as firm as possible.
When the left turn signal was tuned on, the indicator light inside and outside would indicate as such and then it would switch to the right turn signal even with the switch in the left turn signal position. Sometimes when the left turn signal was applied, it would switch to the right and then continue to switch back and forth from right to left.
I have a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 quad cab. I bought this vehicle approx. July 2011 and since I can remember, the vehicle has done the same thing. The problem is in the multi switch( windshield wipers, and turn signals). When I flip the turn signal down the right blinker will come on. This happens about 50% of the time when engaging that switch. In this same switch is the windshield wipers. This is also affected sometimes by not engaging them or not running correctly. This has caused me many problems and am worried it could result in a wreck.
- Adamsville, AL, USA
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The multi-function switch, intermittently, when you push down to make a left turn goes to flash on the right side or visa versa if you sometimes hit the high beams it resume to normal but you have to play with it to make it work properly very dangerous afraid of getting into accident or being pulled over by law enforcement. Also, it functions fine 30% of the time but the rest of the time it functions as described above or not at all.
Turn signal lights incorrect right turn signal when trying to make a left turn. Multiple times have I had near misses when making a left turn or moving into a left lane because my signal is showing right.
The multi-funtion switch intermittently, when you push down to make a lefrt turn goes to flash on the right side or visa versa if you sometimes hit the high beams it resume to normal but you have to play with it to make it work properly very dangerous afraid of getting into accident or being pulled over by law enforcement. Will contacyt dealer to see if a recall has been issued. I have seen other complaints in this nature online.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the turn signal lights were defective and the right turn signal light would flash when the left turn signal was activated. The left turn signal would flash when the right turn signal was activated. The contact stated that the failure also affected the windshield wipers because when the failure occurred, the windshield wipers would fail and would activate when engaging the high beam headlights. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The failure mileage was 35,500 and the current mileage was 36,000. Updated 01/20/12 the consumer stated the problem occurred on an intermittent basis an can be corrected temporary basis by adjusting the tilt steering wheel. Updated 02/29/12
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the multi-function key failed, causing the turn signals and the windshield wiper to fail. The manufacturer advised that the failure was not recalled and denied assistance with the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 88,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving approximately 55 mph the engine stalled without any prior warnings. After brake application the vehicle was restarted. However he noticed that the engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument control panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the brake light switch was replaced. After the repair the failure resurfaced. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and a technician replaced various switches and components because they melted. None of the repairs have remedied the failure because the failure still persisted. The dealer was notified, and she was referred to another dealer. However the dealer could not provide a remedy because they could not duplicate the failure. The failure mileage was 23,000. The current mileage was 32,000. Updated 12/07/09 the check engine light illuminated. The dealer replaced a faulty brake switch. Updated 12/09/09
Transmission problems, looses reverse, makes a grinding noise, makes a loud whine sound when in drive. Oil pressure gauge never moves, cd player skips with new cd disks, radio crackles and stations sound like there far away when they are local.
Temp went high. Stopped temp went down then check engine followed by over heating and electrical burning. Engine quit and could not shift to park or nutural while smoke rolled out from engine compartment. Police and city workers pushed truck off the road to parking area. Disconnected battery. Had vehicle towed in.
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- Saginaw, MI, USA