Just took my vehicle into the shop on 2/17/15 due to the battery being dead as a result of the fuel pump running all night. Aaa certified shop just informed me it would cost 1600.00 to replace the tipm and program it for my key etc. There is a faulty fuel pump relay inside the tipm and I have to replace the entire module. This issue is most likely related to the durango/jeep recall for the exact same issue, as well described in the class action lawsuit. It is not covered by any warranty.
2011 Dodge RAM 1500 electrical complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wire harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v530000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 78,814.
While slowing down to make a turn, the engine stalled out. This has happened once before approximately 1 month prior. During both instances, I coasted through the turn to a stop but had difficultly steering and braking. Both times the vehicle restarted. I believe in other circumstances this issue may cause a crash situation. I have researched for recalls and bulletins but found none. I have, however, found many online internet complaints about this same or similar problem.
Electrical issue.
Truck stalls abruptly, headlights and interior lights go off and instruments on dashboard flash on/off for up to 2 minutes. After a few minutes of waiting and attempts to restart truck, truck finally restarts .
Truck will not start. Technician found an internal fault on the tipm module. Will need to be replaced. Currently, there is a fault of the tipm module, if the tipm module fails (loss of power to fuel pump), could lead to a crash/loss of life.
Truck will not start, stalls out in traffic and fuel pump continues to run even after vehicle is turned off and key removed. Diagnosed as totally integrated power module. Dodge recalled the same part on the 2011 durango but not the ram pick up.
While accelerating to a normal pace on a highway my vehicle suddenly lost all electrical power and the engine stalled. I was able to safely coast to the shoulder and stop. I turned the key to the off position and then tried restarting the engine, which was successful. I continued on my way. Clearly this incident could have resulted in an accident and injury in less lucky circumstances. An issue I believe is related pertains to the headlights. The right side headlights (high and low beams) have at times cut out randomly while driving. Recently they died altogether. My dealer determined the bulbs were fine, and that the problem was the total integrated power module, which had to be replaced.
Truck would not start, would crank but not start. No warning lights (check engine) etc. Had to take it to local dealer, dealer contacted me next day informing me it was the pinion whatever that is. Cost of repairs is over 1200 dollars. Found out that the pinion is the hi tech name for the fuse box that's under the hood. I asked to see the old part and the person at the parts counter stated that they changed (3) three of them today,.. That's very sad to hear for us dodge owners.
3 year old tipm (fuse box) just decided to stop working on my 2011 dodge ram 1500. Truck would not start. Stranded my family out of state. Dealership had to order a part which took 3 business days to ship to dealership from denver. Cost us $1200 and a car rental. Research online shows that dodge/chrysler are in a class action lawsuit regarding this item, but no recall has been issued.
The ignition switch has gone out in my vehicle and I was advised at the dealership that there were approximately ignition switches out for delivery and there was a 3 week delay for getting in the part. This tells me there is an issue with this part. I am now without a vehicle and having to get a rental car.
Inserting the key fob turns on all electrical without turning the key. After the engin is running, you cannot turn it off with the key. It continues to run with the key removed.
My turn signal switch does not work anymore when turning left. I turn it down to select the left turn signal and does not work at all anymore.
While starting from a stop if you momentarily hold your foot on the brake and accelerate. When you release the brake the car begins forward then all warning lights come on and car shuts down from 1 to 10 seconds. If you are pulling into a busy road where you might momentarily spin the engine up in order to have better response you are left stuck out in the road in traffic. Also happens if you are towing on an incline and you spin up engine before releasing foot brake. You would do this in order to not roll back. They said the code says you should not drive with 2 feat. I don't think it should happen they say it's normal. Very dangerous. Have brought the car in multiple times since this has occurred.
The wireless ignition module has become defective. It will no longer hold the key fob in place once the vehicle is started. The key simply falls out but the vehicle continues running. The vehicle will also turn off while still in gear now. Additionally, sometimes the module will not turn, or will not turn completely, when the key is inserted and you attempt to start the vehicle. Sometimes it won't turn completely to the off position once the vehicle is started. Chrysler safety recall k08 issued in august 2010 addresses these issues in the 2010 ram trucks but for some reason it does not cover the 2011 models. Dodge has told me it is my problem to fix and not their defect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly began to decelerate and lose power. After turning the vehicle off, the fuel pump remained running and caused power to drain from the battery. The vehicle was diagnosed by the dealer but not repaired. The contact was informed that the defects were all due to a faulty tpm (totally power module) and the module would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 58,000.
My right rear turn signal and my brake light stopped working . I took it to the dealer and it was found to have an issue with the tipm or a fancy fuse box . My complaint is that chrysler is at fault for this defect which can cause an accident because lack of light signals. They need to identify an immediate and a robust fix to avoid accidents. I never had an issue like this in my other vehicles and the implementation of light signals has been around for over 50 years . Any investigation and follow up would be greatly appreciated. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Began when I purchased truck of integrated brake failure later turned into bad instrument cluster, visor short, new brake controller and lots of hours. When starting vehicle wipers come on, no interior lights, no turn signals (inside or outside) no heat, no radio no trailer brakes. Now vehicle has been at dodge for 2 weeks. They replaced, instrument cluster, wiring harness, TPMS and problem remains. Very unsafe to drive as no indicators and wipers constantly on. Problem began around 1 month after purchase and plagues me today. I have extended warranty and I am charged 100.00 per visit. Customer care will not provide me with options I must dictate my choices. Terrible service.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the headlights, windshield wipers and the tail lights would engage independently and sporadically. In addition, the speedometer and the turning signals failed to operate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired on three occasions but the failure was not rectified. The approximate failure mileage was 6,000 and the current mileage was 25,000. ..updated 12-30-13 *bf updated 1/17/2014
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle would read that the key was damaged when the door was ajar. As a result, the contact was unable to start the vehicle until a minimum of 35 minutes of closing the door. In addition, the contact was unable to shut off the vehicle and the contact had to disconnect the battery cable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where the main computer module was replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not further repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 43, 000....updated 11-12-13 *bf the consumer stated the vehicle would not crank, and when the vehicle did start, it would not cut off. The consumer had to disconnect the battery cable. The dealer replaced the main computer.
After passing a slow moving vehicle on the highway, my truck shut down.the engine cut off ,dash lights and park light started to flicker erratically and the headlights went off. I managed to pull the vehicle to the side of the road. In order to stop the lights from flickering I disconnected the battery (they flickered with the switch in the off position). As the lights flickered I could hear relays clicking under the hood and dash. After waiting a while I reconnected the battery and all systems came back on and I was able to start the truck and drive it home. The dealership will not be able to check it out until wed the 18. All systems seem to be normal. I have to go to work . I' m driving it 60 miles round trip everyday.
Right knee bumps the large key turning it, and shutting off the engine, making it hard to control. This has happened several times usually while cornering or slowing for a corner.
My ram 1500 inexplicably caught fire and burned to the ground after sitting outside for approximately 12 hours. The vehicle was locked, as were the bed cover, the tailgate, and the ram boxes. There was nothing in the bed or ramboxes. We were alerted to the fire at around 6 am by 1) an explosion and 2) neighbor alert. When we went outside the truck's bed was engulfed in fire, and the fire looked to be from underneath and coming up around the bed. The explosion was either the spare tire or the gas tank. Within 10 minutes the entire truck was engulfed, and completely burned/melted, etc., within 25 or so minutes when the fire dept. Finally arrived to put it out. The fire marshal declared that the cause could not be determined, as did the insurance company's lab after they examined the vehicle due to the extensive damage. We live in a gated, video monitored small community and review of the tapes showed no strange activity. There is no history of criminal activity in this area, and certainly no arson. The ground surrounding the truck was wet (it was parked on a concrete parking space) as the sprinklers had recently run (grass, shrubs). Really not sure if there is an issue with the ram, but given that arson also seems very unlikely I thought we should document this in case there are other events.
There were no special events before problem showed up, other than the engine must attain normal operating temperature. The problem is when traveling , uphill-downhill- or on level, if you are above 45mph and you stop applying gas pedal to coast. The vehicle will coast until you reach approximately 40mph at which time the transmission will downshift into 3rd gear. This causes an abrupt slowing without alerting vehicle behind you. This could in effect cause a rear collision because the brake lights are not activated, and the gearing is low in rear axle which causes the vehicle to slow at a faster rate than normal. The problem seems to be there all the time, one time it did not appear when I applied brakes. This could have been a one time occurrence as it hasn't happened again. I have contacted local dealer, from whom I purchased the vehicle, 3 times. First time they hooked computer to vehicle and said everything was normal. Second time hooked computer to vehicle drove it and took more readings. Third time they were to take more readings and transmit to chrysler, also at that time they were to work on transmission. Problem not fixed, when I returned home that evening I received a phone call from dealer stating that chrysler was to give them a computer flash or program that may fix the problem, and it could take 3 to 6 months to obtain. During the second visit I was told that chrysler had at least 3 other vehicles with same problem but they did not know what the cause is and therefore they did not know how to repair. I was not notified in writing by dealer or chrysler corp. No parts were replaced that I am aware of. I also drove another truck same equipment it did not exhibit the problem. I am not certain if this is a ploy to skirt the lemon law or not. At any rate the problem needs attention sooner than later, also this is causing higher fuel consumption because of having to feed gas when the vehicle should be coasting!
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