2006 Dodge RAM 2500: engine stalls while driving

Filed Apr 14, 2025 · Electrical, Lights · TN

Headlights- the passenger side headlight would come on then go off whenever it wants to and now the low beam does not work. I have tested the connection and replaced the bulb several times and still does not work. When driving at night it makes it difficult to see. And is also against the law to not having working headlights. Trailer lights- the drivers side brake light/blinker on any trailer that’s hooked to my truck does not work. I have taken it the a local shop (street dynamics which is out of business now) several times over the last 5 years to see if they can fix the issue. The fix was to put a jumper wire from the truck brake light to the trailer connector. I still do not have a blinker on the driver side of the trailer. Windshield wipers- the windshield wipers will come on and off whenever they want. Some times when it is raining they will turn on with the switch then will turn off while driving or will stay on after the switch is turned off. The switch has been replaced and did not change anything. It is dangerous to drive the truck during inclement weather. I am a Police officer and have been for 17 years. In the last 12 plus years I have owned the truck which is a 2006 Dodge 2500 I have been told by several dodge technicians and mechanics that the issues I’m having is being caused by the TIPM. While researching the tipm I have found out all of my trucks issues are similar to a lot of other people’s 2006 dodge 2500s. I have had issues with the trailer brake lights since I bought it.

Filed Jun 8, 2022 · Lights · AL

1. The Panic Alarm randomly goes off without be activated by anyone. Possibly a TIPM issue which couldn't be investigated because it randomly went away. Maybe it will go off in the middle of the night in my subdivision. Who knows it's unpredictable. 2. Right Turn Signal & Stop Light would not work on the trailer. I confirmed that it wasn't an issue with the trailer but it was a problem with the TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Output (not working). The TIPM has a LONG history of intermittent electrical failures. This is a Safety Issue and a vehicle investigation for ALL vehicles that have TIPMS. TIPMS have been known to cause random vehicle stall & other intermittent random electrical failures and shut downs since 2006 when they were first put in vehicles. A RECALL is long overdue because this is ONLY 1 example of a minor problem. I've only owned the vehicle for 1 week...what's next? TIPMS can cause the vehicle to act intermittently crazy. No warning lamps or fault messages.

Filed Aug 7, 2021 · Electrical · OH

The TIPM module is bad. This part controls quite a bit of electrical current to various areas of the vehicle. It stalls when stopped at a traffic light, it is not sending the brake light information to an attached trailer (left side only), gauges inside the vehicle have stopped working (to name a few of the items being affected by this control). This part can be inspected as it is currently still on the vehicle. Safety is a concern due to either not being able to move out of the roadway, and also when pulling a trailer as no one will see turn signals or brake lights on the tow vehicle as the power isn't going to the trailer lights. I was informed of the malfunction at a trailer dealership. The problems have been getting worse over the last 4 years of ownership of this vehicle. The check engine light is currently on, even though what the computer read out gave has now been repaired. There has currently been no accident that this vehicle has been involved in.

Filed Apr 24, 2017 · Fuel system · PA

Truck randomly and without warning shut off while in motion on a busy city street. Would not restart. Popped the hood and got strong smell of diesel fuel. Discovered cylinder number four high pressure fuel line ( from rail to feeder tube) leaking a lot of fuel onto the engine. This happened without warning and there were no signs or symptoms that something was wrong. Turns out this is a common issue with cummins diesel engines and have been known in the past to cause these truck to catch fire in some instances. It is a $71 part from the dealership but it does affect other cylinders as well. All 6 high pressure fuel lines should be replaced and since there is no recall for the defect I will be putting the money out to replace all of them.

Filed Sep 1, 2015 · Airbags · OR

Handed dealer recall notice says parts are not available stalling

Filed Feb 10, 2015 · Engine · 155,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled as most of the warning lights on the instrument panel illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart but the failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician diagnosed that the integrated power module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000.

Filed Jan 29, 2015 · Electrical · 198,520 miles · CO

Recurrent electrical issues, that do not involve blown fuses or bulbs. Engine diagnostic codes have indicated tipm problems and I have had to "erase codes" to restore functionality. Then 2-3 months later recurrent problems, abnormal codes and erasure restores function. Code description indicates that the tipm will only allow 6 or 8 resets ( do not recall exact number) before tipm will 'lock up' and need to be replaced. Description of episodes: > recurrent malfunction of instrument lights. Suddenly all dash lights and tail lights shut off, yet brake lights, headlights and hazard lights remain on. However, fog lights cannot be turned off, even after headlights off. The dash lights then flashed 4 times, remained out 2-3 mins then flashed 4 times. In addition to the lighting problems, the vehicle began misfiring and eventually stalled. Would not restart. Acted like no spark available to cylinders. 5 mins later, truck started however dash lights still out and then intermittently flashing. I drove home using hazard lights as I had no tail lights. Similar episode as above has happened 3 times. > other episodes of tail light malfunction along with intermittent lack of power to radio. Function restored after stopping and restarting car > sudden misfiring and eventual stall. Restarted after several attempts, ran rough but got to dealer. No problem found. Ran fine for them. No injector issue.

Filed Jul 25, 2014 · Engine · 65,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument panel and gauges failed. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and an independent mechanic. Both the dealer and an independent mechanic stated that the power distribution center needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred on two separate occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 217,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jul 25, 2014 · Electrical · 65,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument panel and gauges failed. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and an independent mechanic. Both the dealer and an independent mechanic stated that the power distribution center needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred on two separate occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 217,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Nov 29, 2012 · Suspension, Transmission · 130,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the front suspension started to shake violently. The contact mentioned that while the vehicle was shaking, he heard a loud noise as the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact then discovered that the transmission was abnormally leaking fluid. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 130,000. Updated 12/31/12 *bf the consumer stated numerous parts were replaced but, the vehicle still shakes violently when hitting a bump in the road. Updated 1/4/2013

Filed Mar 29, 2011 · Engine · 42,500 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 25 MPH. The failure occurred several times. The failure also occurred when he stopped at a traffic light or stop sign. The vehicle would restart immediately after the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who flushed the throttle body; however, the failure occurred again. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The current mileage was approximately 43,000. The failure mileage was approximately 42,500. Updated 05/04/11 *bf updated 05/11/11

Filed Aug 31, 2010 · Electrical, Transmission · 80,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 2500 megacab 4x4. While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle and it was towed to an authorized dealer. The dealer advised that the ECM module and tipm failed. The dealer advised that the ECM would be replaced under factory warranty however the tipm would be repaired at the contacts expense. The manufacturer confirmed the information given to her by the dealer. The failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 12/10/10 *bf updated 12/27/10