Dodge fobik, my truck uses the same ignition switch as the journey, and while driving my truck will shut off without moving the switch. Bumps shut my truck off, this switch is ridiculously dangerous. I wish it was a normal switch. It has shut off 4 times this week, if you touch the key it shuts off. It is not a safe system. It started this very intermittently when my father owned the truck at 53k miles.
2010 Dodge RAM 1500 electrical complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the key fell out the ignition switch causing the contact to have to stop the vehicle in order to retrieve the key. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 51,863. The VIN was not available.
Horns began honking randomly when the truck was off and no one was in it or while it was being driven. At one time they began honking while in traffic causing panic to the surrounding travelers. I had to disconnect them which now poses a safety risk to me and my family. Dealer says it is the tipm which chrysler is aware of and has it she recalls on other models with the same configuration as my truck. Now the truck has to be inspected for safety to keep the license plates correct and it will not pass without performing a $1200 repair on a part that is known to be defective. Also, the fuel pumps stopped working and were replaced under warranty but the technician said the problem was in the pome but the technician said the problem was in the pump in fact it was the tipm but since there was no recall and the truck was them out of warranty it was up to me to pay for the repair.
2010 dodge ram 1500 hemi traveling at highway speed when instantly the gauge cluster started acting erratic. First the tire pressure display said that different tires were showing a multitude of different pressures the gas gauge started flickering between full and empty as well as the stop working of the speedometer and tachometer air-conditioned, power steering and continual windshield wiper on even though they were off at the switch. Radio intermittently on and off and ABS and airbag light on and off intermittently. All four windows fail to operate and interior lighting will not come on. Gauge function fluctuates every couple second.
Binding condition in win module results in key falling out while truck is running. Chrysler issued recall 10v200000, but not all affected vehicles were covered. The VIN number for my truck was not included, even though chrysler is aware of the problem.
Tl* the contact owned a 2010 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. As a result, the contact crashed into a tree and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 02/26/16*lj the consumer stated the vehicle was inspected and it was found to be a fuse was the cause of the failure.
While driving on interstate to work in morning my truck hit a bump in highway at 65 MPH and shut completely off. I lost steering and brakes. While coasting I shifted the transmission to neutral and re-started the engine and was able to continue. Since then I have had multiple issues at different times. The most recent yesterday september 23rd 2015 while turning onto main avenue as I was accelerating the car completely shut down as I was turning in advance of an on-coming vehicle. Again, I went to neautral and re-ignited the engine. This is a major concern. I do not have heavy keys.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that the headlights and tail lights would not work. The vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v038000 (power train), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal needed to be continuously pressed to move the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle restarted independently; however, the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000. Ma 10/5
The remote ignition module has failed and there is no start, no power to ignition switch, vehicle will not start the fob comes out of the ignition, when in the run position, and shorts out the main fuse panel under the hood.
The steering wheel pops and clicks when turning and will suddenly changes lanes.when putting it in park the gear shift will not allow the key to come out of the ignition switch.the ram 1500 should have a steering recall just like the rest of them they use the same parts.
Ignition turns off vehicle loses all power, loss of steering and brakes, I have to wait for vehicle two come to a stop place a neutral and restart dealer has no idea why this happens also front tire rods keeps coming loose, I had front end repaired several times
Tipm computer failure caused airbag light to arm. Have had three tipms installed for transfer case troubles last several months.
When I tried to start the truck, nothing happened. There was no dash lights, could not even put the truck in another gear to try and make something happen. I could turn the key to on but nothing would work. Windows, dash lights. It was as if there was no battery. When I was getting out of the truck to check the battery, all the dash lights came on and everything seemed to work and the truck started right up and drove ok. This happened a few weeks earlier so I replaced the battery because it was five years old. It had the same exact conditions as before.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the key failed to stay locked in the ignition while the vehicle was stationary or in motion. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was confirmed that the vehicle exhibited the same malfunction listed under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system). However, the VIN number was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,186.
The HVAC system in the truck failed. Air will not flow through the dash face vents or defrost vents. Brought to dealer for repair. Dealer said that one or two "mode door actuators need to be replaced" they said the dash board needed to be removed and it could cost several thousand dollars. Upon researching the problem I found there was a recall issued for the mode door actuators and to reprogram the control head software (k17). My truck had the software update in 2012. The dealer refused to replace the mode door actuators under recall because they said the software update was performed. I called chrysler customer service and asked about the k17 recall. They said they will not cover the repair because I refused further diagnostics. The only other diagnostics the dealer said needed to be done was to remove the dashboard to see if it was one or two bad actuators and the cost in labor to remove the dash would be several thousand dollars. They know what the problem is they just don't know how many actuators are defective. The cost of the parts is minimal but the labor is not. I feel that dodge/chrysler should make good on the recall repair as it is a hazard not being able to clear frost from the windshield due to the defective parts.
Approximately a year ago I began experiencing lighting problems, flickering all around; and with truck off the remote would randomly, continuously lock the doors. I finally broke the remote to make it stop. Now my driver side tail light won't work. I needed my inspection/registration but couldn't get it until the light is repaired. My mechanic said it's the fuse box, said it's in horrible condition. More problems are possible. Parts & labor will be near $850. Various forums are inundated with similar complaints. A friend of a co-worker's truck burnt to the ground in his driveway (and singed the house) because the fuse box didn't tell the fuel pump to shut off. With that and many other complaints I've read I'm now very fearful for my safety. Dodge/chrysler needs to replace the fuse box immediately. Thank you for your time.
I was driving home christmas day 2014. Truck just shut off in middle of road and came to a rest. I did manage to restart it and when I did I received all kinds of error lights. Then truck shut down again. Had it towed to garage and mechanic determined it was a bad fuel pump. Now all the warning lights stay on and will not reset. Serv 4wd light. Trac control light. Reverse assistance sensors are inoperative. The fuel cap light. Abs light. Two TPMS lights. Eps system light. Cruise control does not work.... And truck constantly shuts off while driving. I have replaced ABS sensor and fuel cap but to no avail. Please help.
At times when trying to start the pickup all goes dead I can take the key out and reinstall and it will start.
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the anti-lock warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle but the ignition switch did not move from the on position until after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wireless ignition node module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
My 2010 dodge 1500 truck stalled on my wife almost getting her in a wreck, she pulled it over and put it in park and it started right up. Took it into the dodge dealership and they said it was the computer chip and fixed it. Two days later wife was driving it again and it stalled. I drove it and it did it to me when I was entering on a two lane highway it stalled and I almost got hit by a semi, pulled it over and put it in park and it started up. Brought back to dodge and they told me it was the spark plugs. They replaced them at $225 at my cost and said it was fixed. Two days later the truck stalled on my wife again. She is scared to drive the truck now because she doesn't want to get into and accident with kids . Brought back to dodge and talked to the manager about the safety of the truck. They told us that they needed to replace the tipm module at $1400 dollars. It's been about a month and a half and now after replacing the tipm it is still stalling. Went down to the dodge dealership and all they said was that there still looking at the electrical problem. All I want is my truck back fixed and to drive it safely..
Wife was driving done the rode at about 35 miles and the truck went dead , no power steering or brakes. Pulled it over and it started right up. Brought in to dodge dealership and the replaced something in the computer and said it was fixed. I was driving it on the highway the next day and it died on me crossing the highway, semi truck almost killed me, put it in park and it started right up. Took it to the dealership and they said it was the spark plugs, dished out 225 dollars for that, said its fixed again. Did it again to my wife the next day with my kids in the vehicle. Brought it back in dodge had it for two weeks, know there telling me its the fuse box module at 1400 dollars. Don't know what to do, talking to dealership manager about wife not feeling safe in the vehicle, she said electrical work is hard to find out what's wrong with it. Don't know what to do know, you spend 30,000 plus on a vehicle you would thing they dodge or chrysler would back there vehicles before someone gets killed with this truck.
Defroster stop blowing on windshield, however, it would blow out other vents, tech found that the mode 2 actuator had an internal open circuit, dealer removed and replaced the mode 2 actuator. I submitted documentation for reimbursement since this is a known problem. [xxx]. My claim was denied , I was told my vehicle did not have a recall. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The dealer replace the alternator pulley the sound stop but start to make it again two months after the replacement.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact heard a clicking sound and the air conditioning system shut down. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The diagnosis was that the HVAC control head needed re-programming and the actuators needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000.
A/c did not put out cold air. Issues with a acuater door behind the dashboard at 15k. Then at about 36k the A/C was putting out warm air again. The dealer replaced a regulator for the compressor. The truck has 75k and the evaperative cooler behind the dashboard is leaking and needs replaced.
When the light are on on the mirror they dim out I not sure if there is a short of what but both of them do it! If there is a short it might cause a fire. What should be done about this?
Dodge seems to have a known issue causing the headlights to not work that is unrelated to the condition of the lamp itself or a fuse. Apparently a $500+ part is required. Many people cannot afford this repair and go without headlights instead causing obvious safety issues.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the air conditioning unit exhibited an abnormal clicking noise. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000.
Head lights and tail lights go out when driving. Dash lights remain on. They will come back on in a few miles and also if I stop the truck and restart. Playing with the switch doesn't make any difference. I have had it in the chrysler repair shop 4 times to search for an error but none are shown. Chrysler refuses to do anything since they cannot determine what is wrong. I feel this is a serious safety problem and should be treated as such. I also had the side outside heated mirror replaced because it had a burnt spot in the lower corner. Uconnect has also been affected at times right before the lights go out. The electronic vehicle information center displayed "not trained" one morning when I opened the door to get in.
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who replaced the PCM and tiff. The failure occurred again and the contact coasted to the side of the road. The vehicle suddenly restarted and accelerated. The contact applied the brakes to slow the vehicle down. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who replaced the computer and ignition parts, but could not determine the cause of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000 and the current mileage was approximately 17,000.
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