This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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Hazzard: Intermittent head lamp operation (low and/or high beam cut-off) cause: Unknown. Safety issue: Keeping the headlamps on while driving (Dodge Ram 1998.5 2500 4X4 quad cab slt; 5.9L 24V cummins diesel; 47re; stock (no fog lights); 170,000 miles). Problem: Headlamps (low and/or high beam), and occasionally, but not consistently the dashboard lights, cut-off intermittently -- actuating the dashboard mounted headlamp switch (push-pull) restores the lights. Trouble shooting/repairs (executed by a certified automotive repair facility): (1) checked multiple grounds (clean and tight); (2) checked fuses; (3) checked output from generator (steady - approx. 14.5 with "no load"; batteries - new 6/18); (4) checked circuits (verified continuity and resistance); (5) replaced steering column mounted multifunction switch; (6) replaced "headlamp/security" relay; (7) replaced headlamp/dashboard lighting combination switch (replaced 22 months ago (167,000) - original failed. Note: Dashboard above switch - warm to touch. (8) replaced headlamp bulbs (both). Note: No diagnostic trouble codes set. Next action: Replacing the headlamp/dashboard combination switch again. Oem replacement switch installed at approximately 167,000 miles may be malfunctioning. A visual inspection of the switch did not indicate signs of overheating. Actuating the switch indicates normal operation. Speculation: A "ccd bus communication error" is occurring; pulse from PCM (?) to headlamp circuit may not yield the level of resistance required resulting in the intermittent "cut-off". technical advice/guidance/assistance either directly from the manufacturer (Fiat Chrysler automotive), or through the Dodge Ram dealership network is required to correct this hazardous condition.
The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal went to the floorboard when depressed. The brake indicator light also illuminated. The brakes also failed intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership for a diagnostic test and the contact was informed that the braking system was functioning properly but the failures were causing by an electric component. The vehicle was at the dealership for repair at the time of the complaint. The current and failure mileages were approximately 115,000.
Electrical system kept burning out, causing dashboard and tail lights to go out, without warning. *akheadlight switch was checked and dealer found melted plastic wire to the switch connector. Switch was replaced, then the tail lights went out. Still the same problem.
Electrical system is not operable. Park lights wouldn't come on, and consumer smells like an electrical fire. There is a fuel leak leaking from back of engine.
Within 3 days of buying the Dodge truck, while traveling down the road the gauges would malfunction and the truck would die. You could put it in neutral and restart it. It was taken to the shop and nothing was found wrong. This continues. Then we started blowing breakers and fuses that run brake lights and blinkers. Took to the shop. Found nothing. Just replaced breakers and fuses 3 times in 2 weeks. Now the check engine light comes on and motor dies going down the road. We have now had to buy a new apps sensor which cost us $613.61 because truck is now out of warranty without ever being fixed. This electrical problem has been and still is a safety hazard to everyone. It could cause a serious accident which Chrysler refuses to acknowledge. I know of another vehicle like mine in California that has had the same problems as mine and also one in fayetteville, ar. The man in Arkansas was having his truck worked on at the same time mine was in the shop. This is too many problems for a new vehicle.
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- Laytonsville, MD, USA