Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 1500. While the vehicle was stationary, the headlight switch burned out and caused the headlights to become inoperative. The dealer replaced the ignition switch, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 264,000.
1995 Dodge RAM 1500 lights problems
13 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 160,000.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 160,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Headlights: switch6
- Headlights2
- Fog lights1
- Back up lights1
At what mileage
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Dodge RAM 1500 lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Headlight circuit
The headlamp switch in the subject vehicles can over-heat and fail resulting in loss of head lamps and possibly other lights.daimlerchrysler conducted a series of tests and determined that the 3500 series is prone to generating head lamp switch temperatures in excess of the switch lubricant threshold of 100 degrees centigrade.when this occurs, the lubricant solidifies and adheres to the switch contach surfaces increasing internal resistance and therfore, temperature.daimlerchrysler informed the federal safety agency that it would initiate a recall of 79,3665 model year 1994-1997 dodge 3500 series ram trucks only based on additional testing from which it determined that the 1500/2500 series vehicles nominally operate significantly below the temperature threshold of the switch lubricant.owners of 1500/2500 series trucks were sent a notification letter advising of the proper methods for adding aftermarket lighting accessories.
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What 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 1500. While driving at an unknown speed, the headlights failed without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure specified in the federal safety agency campaign number: 99v024000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
While driving to work...at approx 40mph my low beam head lights went out and smoke came out of the of the dash board to the left of the steering wheel...I was able to shut everything down and no other damage was caused however after getting the truck home it was discovered that the headlight switch had over heated and melted down after my experience and other reports I have read online I would like to ask that the federal safety agency campaign number: 99v024000 be updated to include 1500 models as well.
My 1995 dodge ram 1500 has the same faulty switch that the 3500 model has, but dodge will not cover it because you have not yet forced them to. This faulty switch causes the head lights to go out with out notice for good or it will just allow them to flicker on and off.. It also has the possibility to melt down and cause a fire.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the headlamp switch fails over an extended period of time. The failure causes the headlamps or park lamps to dim. He has taken the vehicle to the dealer twice to have the headlamp switch repaired. Due to financial constraints, no repairs have yet been performed. The manufacturer stated that they were not responsible for the repairs because the VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 99v024000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The failure mileage was 113,000 and current mileage was 143,000.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving the vehicle the headlights went out. This was the fourth headlight switch that has be placed in the vehicle. The switches usually lasts for 3-4 weeks before failing. The dealership has been alerted and determined there was not a recall on this vehicle.
Headlights went out while driving 55 MPH at night. Consumer indicated that the federal safety agency website showed recall 99v024000 concerning headlight switch for dodge ram 3500, 1995 truck had detailed description of what happened to his vehicle. Would like the federal safety agency to look into this matter.
Headlight switch gets too hot/melts wiring harness,.this causes headlights to flicker, and makes it hard to turn switch on and off. Consumer feels if head light switch was left on vehicle would catch on fire.
If vehicle is pulling a trailor headlights will cut off. Dealer has to replace the headlight switch.
Consumer does not have any dim lights shining on the headlights. The only lights that he has are the bright lights that shine while driving. The dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
Questions about the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 lights
Does the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 have lights problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the lights of the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 160,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 lights?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Dodge RAM 1500 have the most lights problems?
The Dodge RAM 1500 model years with the most lights complaints are 2006 (139 complaints), 2012 (46 complaints) and 2007 (38 complaints).
Other 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 problems
Body 36Electrical 31Transmission 29Brakes 27Fuel system 17Steering 16Engine 14Tires 12Airbags 11Locks 10Suspension 9Acceleration 6Visibility 4Seats 3Wheels 3Seat belts 2
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