2008 Dodge Charger: windshield wiper failure

Filed Oct 9, 2019 · Visibility · 70,000 miles · UT

The wipers, turn signal and horn do not work. I have changed the mulifunction switch. They worked again for about 3 months, now they are out again. The check engine light is on. (!) light and suspension light, are also on. Those were never on before.

Filed Sep 15, 2016 · Airbags, Steering · VA

Chrysler has issued a recall regard the ignition switch which includes a list of their vehicles including the 2008 dodge charger, which I drive. The recall states: chrysler says ignitions keys on certain vehicles may not fully return to the "on" position after they are turned to start the engine. Instead, the key ends up between the "on" and "start" position. In that case, the windshield defroster and windshield wipers won't work. The greater danger, which chrysler calls "less probable," is that the key moves to the "accessory" or "off" position. If that happens, the car's engine will turn off, it will lose power steering and the air bags won't deploy. I am experienced this problem while driving my vehicle which prompted me to see if there was a recall. I reached out to chrysler and questioned why I received recall a recall notification for the airbags but not for the ignition. I was advised that my VIN is not on the list for the ignition concerns. The chrysler agent advised me that my VIN # was not on the list for the ignition problem. I advised the agent that I am experiencing the issues outlined in the recall. She advised that it was nothing chrysler can do until my VIN number is added to the recall list. I asked if there was an escalation process, since driving with a faulty ignition is extremely dangerous. She advised me that there was not a process to escalate my concerns even though I provided her with my VIN number and she could clearly see that it was for a 2008 dodge charger sedan. Please assist in the resolution of the ignition switch concern.

Filed Feb 9, 2016 · Visibility · 154,516 miles · SC

Windshield wiper malfunction. May set wipers at fast rate but only wipe intermittently. May alternate between 2 rates at random. Wipers unreliable, resulting in poor visibility in inclement weather. When turning off, wipers continue to wipe when off for about 10 more wipes. Occurs whether stationary, in motion, street or highway, etc. Has occurred on several occasions since 12/14/2016

Filed Sep 11, 2015 · Electrical, Visibility · 70,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. While driving at 35 MPH, the gauges and meters displayed incorrect reading levels. In addition, the contact stated that while in park, the vehicle failed to start and the windshield wiper was activated but failed to function. The electronic throttle control (etc) warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the relay needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Feb 25, 2015 · Electrical, Visibility · 47,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred on one other occasion. Also, the contact stated that the windshield wipers would not work and the windows would not go up or down. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000.

Filed Feb 5, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. The contact stated that the windshield wipers would not deactivate unless the fuse was removed and replaced. In addition, the fog light operated intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Dec 26, 2014 · Electrical · 103,000 miles · NJ

The vehicle tends to fail electrically when driving. All dashboard indicator lights go on, power steering and power brakes seem to fail, lights go out and wipers stop functioning. I've been caught in the rain at night on more than one occasion and suddenly without lights, wipers, the ability to check my speed direction etc. I believe there's an outstanding recall to address this 14v‑567 but according to the manufacturer the new part hasn't been made yet and isn't expected until mid-2015. This is dangerously unacceptable.

Filed Jan 31, 2010 · Visibility · 40,000 miles · GA

Windshield wiper motor- similar defect have been recalled with dodge vehicles.

Filed Sep 8, 2009 · Visibility · 28,000 miles · NC · fire

Windshield wipers and washer pump motors activated on their own. Vehicle lost all power and smoke came from under the hood. Found under hood power distribution box smoking. Power distribution box melted and caught fire. Wires leading to the totally integrated power module (tipm) green connector at location c were completely burned through the insulation. Tipm melted underneath. Police vehicle.