2001 Dodge RAM 3500: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Jun 19, 2014 · Airbags, Body · 87,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that the dashboard deteriorated to the point that the plastic was warped and caved into the electrical wiring and components intermittently, causing the instrument panel to fail sporadically. The headlights were also low and the contact had attempt to use the dimmer to no avail. Also, the service engine and air bag sensor illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who diagnosed that the oxygen sensor was defective and that the dashboard could be replaced at the owners expense. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000

Filed Feb 9, 2010 · Body · FL

I have a 2001 dodge 3500 laramie slt. The dash is broke all to pieces. I have researched and this is a problem with alot of dodge vehicles in certain years. I am a 49 year old blind in one eye male. I have to wear glasses as pieces of the dash breaks off and flies in the air in my truck. I would like to keep my other eye in working order as I am disabled and can not afford to fix the dash or purchase another vehicle. It causes my windows to fog and I can not get them unfogged as to drive in the cold. I can not see out the windows at night especially with on coming head lights. This is a safety hazard to me as well as other drivers. This is a matter that you should really address. It is time that you make a stand for the millions of people who have this problem and make dodge stand behind their product. You say you will not do a recall because it is not a safety hazard well I am here to tell you to take another look at this situation. Thank you for your input and help with this matter not only for myself but, the rest of america that lives with this problem. Look around and read the millions of complaints where this is concerned.

Filed Aug 17, 2004 · Lights · VA

While switching from high beam to low beam the headlights turned completely off. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection.

Filed Jan 2, 2004 · Lights · 71,000 miles · MS

When the headlights are switched from low beam to the high beam position, headlights fail to function upon switching back to low. This results in vehicle having no headlights, and causing poor visibility. As a result, consumer ran off the road. This is caused by a failure in the multi-purpose switch.

Filed Dec 22, 2000 · Electrical, Lights · CA

Head light switch heats up after one hour of operation, the dash board above the light switch becomes hot to the touch. My concern is that if the lights are used longer than I have had to use them will the switch fail? The dealer has been helpful but this problem I believe is beyond the dealer and needs to be addressed by the manufacture. The dealer has replaced the switch once but the new one also heats up. I am also concerned that when I start towing a trailer with more lights on will the switch heat up even more and cause a fire.