2002 dodge ram 1500 has multiple cracks in dash w/ at least two in the passenger side airbag area. Heater and defroster also do not function properly.
2002 Dodge RAM 1500 visibility complaints
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#1 when it got cold I turned it over to the heater. #2 heat will not come out the drivers side vents ,only blows cold air. Passenger side has heat but is lacking. This is on all of the heating system upper and lower. #3 have not had it repair can't afford it right know.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 1500. When the contact turned on the air conditioning, he noticed a noise within the blower. He examined the blower housing area and found broken pieces. The instrument panel cracked when he removed it to inspect. The contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint but was offered no additional assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000 and the current mileage was 66,993.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that he was unable to feel heat on the drivers side of the vehicle; all of the heat was on the passenger side. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that they could do nothing about the problem. Furthermore, the dashboard began to crack. The vehicle was not repaired when the complaint was filed. The manufacturer was not notified. The current mileage was approximately 146,000. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Wiper module failure/ loss of visibility / safety issue from water intrusion into module causing corrosion and wiper module/ motor failure.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 1500. In warm weather conditions, the air conditioner system becomes inoperative. Also, in cold weather conditions, the defroster does not work properly. The failure causes impaired visibility in inclement weather and could result in a crash. The dealer stated that the VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v078000 (steering:column). The contact would have to install a wiring harness overlay at the cost of $800. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer referred him to the dealer. The failure mileage was 71,000 and current mileage was 88,000.
Windshield fogging up on inside due to leaking hand holds. Resulting in visual problems along with excessive moisture under the dash pad causing cracking. Along with safety concerns with passenger side air bag working properly when needed and any other electrical problems arising from the moisture. Dodge is aware of this problem and has done nothing to correct it such as a recall. I feel they must be held accountable for the defects.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 1500. While driving 45 MPH, the front passenger side mirror flew off the vehicle. The mirror was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v077000 (visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior). One year later, the same mirror detached from the vehicle again. The contact has attempted to get it repaired by the dealer, but has been getting the run around. The current mileage is 9400 and the failure mileage was unavailable. Updated 09/10/08 *bf updated 09/15/08
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 1500. While driving various speeds at night, the blower would turn on and off automatically and the instrument panel lights failed without warning. The blower eventually failed completely. The vehicle was repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v078000 (steering:column), in which the instrument panel lights illuminated properly for thirty days before failing again. The vehicle currently needs a new computer. The current mileage was 155,000 and failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 1500. The heater core has been replaced four times. When the contact activates the heater, the heater core fails. The design of the heater core does not allow flexibility or any other movement. The heater core is currently being replaced again. The total cost for each repair was $850. The dealer had to strip down the entire instrument panel in order to reach the heater core. The failure mileage was 20,000 and current mileage was 104,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 1500. While driving 40 MPH in the rain, the windshield wiper motor shut off. The manufacturer advised him to take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnosis. They stated they would decide if they would pay depending on the diagnosis. The current and failure mileages were 27,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Dash board cracking, dash light and headlight went out while driving. Also, replace windshield twice. Unknown why the windshield crack.
Dt*: the contact stated the electric windows work intermittently on the passenger side front, the passenger side rear and the driver's side. The dealership has inspected the vehicle three times. The first time there was a switch installed on the passenger door. The 2nd time, the dealership could not duplicate the problem. The third time the dealership determined the master control was defective. The problem still persists.
Heater core fails on cooling line fitting coming out of it. This causes leakage and due to HVAC design and newness of make it is only possible to get the part from the dealer and the part itself is cheaply manufactured and appears to be cheaply designed. When it does finally fail at the fitting one will run the defroster and the windows will milk over in cold weather causing severe visibility problems. Not to mention one is breathing in gaseous hot coolant that dodge uses which itself breaks down into an acid in open air at high temperatures.
Consumer is requesting reimbursement for the side view mirror he replaced on the 2002 dodge ram 1500.*mr the consumer received a recall notice for the side view mirror recall#03v077000.
2002 dodge ram 1500. When switching from defrost vent to panel vent, the panel vent did not work. Venting went to floor. Daimler-chrysler, I find, issued repair bulletins for this problem in spring of 2002, yet no recall. My repair costs are estimated at 800 dollars.
My sun visors have broken numerous times. Both sides (passenger and driver) have been replaced at least three times each. They lose their spring tension and hang down and create a safety hazard when my wife and I drive, because they will not stay up and out of the way. My vehicle only has 30k miles on it, I am the original owner. 8jb
1) there were no incidents leading up to the vehicles failures. 2) the headlights will not shut off when engine is on / the windshield wipers and pump are inoperable. They both occurred at the same time. Family was stuck on rainy highway for several hours. 3) dodge service "thinks" the power distribution center may have shorted out the electronic control module and recommend replace both -$750 there is a back order for both parts - apparently there are many requests. Part #'s 56045433af and 56051036ad.
Defective blower control on a dodge 2002 ram 1500 van.
Blower making buzzing noise.
Vehicle's windows and windshield developed frost while driving in inclement weather. Frost still existed when defroster/defogger system was engaged. This reduced the driver's visibility. Manufacturer indicated to the dealership that this was due to a problem with the circulation system that could not be corrected.
The consumer was unable to get the windows to remain defrosted. This caused poor visibility and unsafe driving conditions. The dealer indicated that nothing could be done to correct the problem. *nm
The consumer stated that the left-side rearview mirror was defective. *la the left side rear mirror was positioned incorrectly which caused the consumer to be rear ended by a tractor trailer.
Rear window water leak.
When vehicle is at a stop blower motor blows out warm air. However, when driving blower motor blows out cool air.
Exterior rearview mirror experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 077 000; but this vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN.
Consumer stated that he received a recall safety letter for the HVAC blower harness. Dealer will disconnect the remote starter, but will charge some amount of $ to reconnect.
The side view mirrors were loose. There was a recall for the problem. The clip which was used to secure the mirror failed. As a result consumer's mirror fell off on the driver's side. *ak *ts
Wiesner dodge, 26529 s.w. Freeway, rosenburg, tx77471 truck was taken in for a recall on the blower motor, the dealer replaced blower motor but was refusing to hook the alarm back up.
The consumer contacted the dealer in advance to schedule appointment for recall remedy 03v077000 and verify that parts would be available. The dealer confirmed. On 05/15/03, consumer arrived for appointment was told would be approximately 1.5 hours. After 2 hours, consumer inquired as to status of remedy, the dealer advised that the were only able to fix 1 of the mirrors because did not have the parts for the second mirror. The dealer was also very rude not informing the customer when the needed part would arrive or how they would notify her.
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