2005 Dodge Magnum: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Mar 1, 2020 · Lights · 156,000 miles · WI

My dahboard lights and my headlight oscillates all the time the car is running n driving..ive had people surve n turn theyre brights on me in the dark its very dangerous and I cant drive my car..been to dodge dealership 3 times.theyfix thisn that and charged me over 1500 dollars and its not fixed .they sont know what it is n act like they dont care to fix it

Filed May 3, 2018 · Lights, Transmission · 85,000 miles · CT

No1 head lights and dash lights flicker and go on and off continuely.when driving. No2 steping on brakes at a light shuts down the engine.

Filed Jan 29, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 69,000 miles · CA

Our dodge magnum has flickering headlights as well as dash lights also flicker. We our currently unable to drive the vehicle safety at night. Dodge says it could be 2 potential problems,first try replacing the light switch which has been done. The problem still exist,next to replace the fcm [front control module]. The fcm is on back order with no release date avaliable. Ok so they said to replace the PCM which includes the fcm which is also not avaliable. The lighs only flicker when the vehicle is running and at night. Makes no difference when turning or speed. We have contacted multiple dealers an all have the same response. The dealers sugested we try a junk yard for a use fcm, but how can we be sure that solves the problem. The problem started around january 2018. We purchased the car new 2005. We feel this is a major safety issue that needs to be address asap. Please help us

Filed May 15, 2016 · Lights · FL

Head lights cover distorted diminishes lighting when driving at night, turn signal stick don't turn off when turning,

Filed Apr 4, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 86,000 miles · CA

I was driving down the street and the car stopped going I let it sit for awhile and it went a little then stopped I had to tow it to a transmission shop and they said that water got into transmission because of the way the water flows from the radiator to trans to cool it. Transmission fluid was mixed in water and water in transmission so I had to replace both and clean entire system out. I also am having problems with my headlights staying on at night they keep going on and off while I am driving I see this too is an ongoing problem and a safety issue.

Filed Jan 4, 2013 · Body, Electrical · 87,546 miles · VA

I have not had a complete failure. Waiting on that to happen. I purchased a brand new 2005 dodge magnum sxt with v6, automatic transmission in 2005 from a dealership. It had approximately 36 miles on it. I have not had the pulling to the right everyone else had, but it does make a funny scrubbing sound while driving as if the tire was rubbing against the car on the right rear passenger side and several other problems that are common. I have depressed the brake and felt vibrations from pedal on several occasions. The car doesn't seem to be able to stop completely. I even got out to look,thinking I hit something. A few months ago, the power outlet located inside the astray stopped working. It blew a fuse, I replaced it. Then, two weeks ago, the power outlet in the console stopped working. Just two days ago, the battery went dead for the second time in three months. I replaced the battery again. Now all the sudden the AC/heater stopped working. You can hear it trying to come on, but the fan motor doesn't seem to be coming on. We've noticed that the headlights seem to surge at night. I will be taking our car in to the dealership, along with copies of complaints from other consumers.

Filed Sep 17, 2012 · Lights · 178,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge magnum. The contact state that while driving her vehicle at night, the head lights failed. The contact turned the lights back on but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the light switch needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 178,000.

Filed Mar 14, 2012 · Electrical · 5 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge magnum. The contact stated that the warning lights would flash on and off without warning. In addition, the headlights failed. The dealer replaced the clock spring, reset the computer, replaced the engine control module and replaced the headlight switch to no avail. The failure persisted. The failure mileage was 5 and the current mileage was 105,000. Updated 04/26/12*lj updated 04/27/12

Filed Nov 26, 2011 · Electrical, Lights · 84,000 miles · CT

While driving ~40mph when it was completely dark outside, without any indication or warning, my headlights briefly dimmed for ~5 seconds and then I had no lights whatsoever. Needless to say, this could have easily proved to be fatal. Fortunately I am ok. Thus, I am taking this opportunity to file a report. I haven't had the opportunity to take my vehicle to the dealer yet but intend to.

Filed Dec 9, 2009 · Lights · 90,000 miles · NC

Headlamps go on & off.

Filed Nov 18, 2007 · Lights · 32,654 miles · MD

On my 2005 dodge magnum whenever the vehicle has been sitting for several hours, upon start up and operation, all interior lights and instrument panel begin to flicker/pulsate. Headlights and taillights do the same. For my headlights it causes them to turn off, and then I have to flip the switch to get them on again. This is a everyday problem and is very unsafe at night. Vehicle has been to the dealer twice and they could not locate the source of the problem.

Filed Apr 8, 2007 · Electrical · 67,100 miles · TX

I have not had a complete failure. Waiting on that to happen. My husband and I purchased a used 2005 dodge magnum se with v6, automatic transmission)in late march early april of last year from a dealership. It had approximately 36000 miles on it. We have not had the pulling to the right everyone else had, but we have experienced several other problems that are common. I have depressed the brake and felt vibrations from pedal on several occasions. The car doesn't seem to be able to stop completely. I even got out to look,thinking I hit something. Upon take off, the transmission doesn't shift smoothly. You can feel it jerk, and slam your head back into seat. A few months ago, the power outlet located inside the astray stopped working. It blew a fuse, we replaced it. Then, two weeks ago, the power outlet in the console stopped working. Just two days ago, the battery went dead for the second time in three months. We replaced the battery again. Now all the sudden the AC/heater stopped working. You can hear it trying to come on, but the fan motor doesn't seem to be coming on. Sometimes the rear passenger side window will not roll down by either the driver's controls or the back controls. There was an occasion this week that the rear hatch wouldn't open. My husband had to crawl through the back to open it. My husband has also been driving the car to work in the morning and the car won't accelerate when the gas pedal is pushed. We've noticed that the headlights seem to surge at night, too. Our factory integrity tires also had the belts break. We will be taking our car in to the dealership, along with copies of complaints from other consumers. I was so excited to have a nice looking car. Apparently thats all that is nice about it.