Tipm issues multiple times replaced wipers,lights, horn all go crazy on 4 separate occasions truck has engaged starter and engine started with no key in ignition. A real safety hazard as the truck is a manual transmission and if left in gear it takes off. I've owned the truck approx 5 years with tipm replaced at least 5 times dealer has no answers. The only way to stop the truck when this starts is to disconnect batteries. Happens with no warning at all. Always wondering where is a safe place to park it and if the next time will be the time it burns to the ground.
2007 Dodge RAM 3500: windshield wiper failure
10 of the 210 complaints about the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 describe windshield wiper failure.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 67,550
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for this area of the car. See below
Windshield wiper failure by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that after shutting off the vehicle, the interior lights failed to power off. The battery was disconnected in order to power off the interior lights to avoid draining the battery. After the battery was reconnected, the windshield wiper fluid dispensed and smoke came from the fuse box under the hood. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 161,000.
The motor suddenly died and the windshield washer started spraying , the windshield wipers started operating and lost power steering. I finally coasted the truck into a vacant lot and stopped. Smoke was boiling from under the hood. I opened the hood and found the fuse box(tipm module) smoking. I rushed to my tool box for tools and at that time the truck motor started cranking and trying to start even with the key out of the ignition. Luckily the truck was not in gear and I finally got all battery cables unhooked from both batteries. Also the horn was honking intermittently as if the theft alarm was activated. As of today (6-9-14) this has happened four (4) times.
Wiper motor assembly fell apart while driving on freeway during rain storm. Almost crashed before getting to side of road. Faulty linkage components from manufacture, dealer carries a complete replacement assembly in stock which they replace at a high cost to me. 1997 dodge ram 3500 larimie diesel 65k miles. I would like to recommend a safety recall before someone is killed due to failure of wiper system. The dealer did not want to give me the faulty part so I purchased the new part, had a independant garage repace it and have kept the faulty assembly for future litagation if necessary.
Electrical fire on computer modular and fuse box causing vehicle to try to start and moved on its own about 150 yards. Key was not in the truck, it was parked. When discovered lights were on and windshield wipers & washers was on. Batteries had to be disconnected to shut down truck. If truck had not been found when it was it would have burnt to the ground. Truck was towed into dealership three weeks ago. Dodge is blaming this problem on the installation of utility bed which was done three years ago by spillards in austin, tx. Which has been installing beds since 1987. We are getting the total run around from dodge! Dodge has now replaced the computer modular and now claims both batteries are burnt up due to this problem. This is a safety issue on this truck. It could have created a wreck or killed someone when it went out of control.
We were driving in a heavy rain when the windshield wipers stopped. After tuning the control knob several times the wipers came on again but operated erratically, continued to run when the switch was turned off, not start when turned on, no intermittent operation. The windshield washer also did not work. If the wipers did stop when turned off they stayed up on the windshield obscuring the view. The next day the wipers were a little more reliable. After 4 days of being dry the wipers are working normally.
2007 dodge ram 3500. The same issue as with the 2006 model is still present. The multi-function switch malfunctions. Left will flash right. Wipers become in-op. This seems to be the same issues with the last investigation, file number pe08059. When I call the dealership to get a replacement part, they are on back order. The dealer has a problem with keeping the part in stock but denies that there is a problem. This problem appears to be intermittent at first and later becomes permanent. It is helpful to other drivers when you signal left that your left signal illuminate and not the right. And visa versa.
8/6/2010 4:30 pm cedartown, ga storm approaching and rain begins. Windshield wipers will only work in slow speed. Blade speed would not keep up with rainfall. Pulled over to prevent crash. New switch installed on 8/13/10.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge 3500. The contact stated the vehicle was parked with the engine off and the clutch was left in reverse. The engine independently engaged and the vehicle rolled backward approximately 40 feet, crashing into a gate. Once the contact reached the vehicle he discovered that the windshield wipers were also activated, the engine was running and the horn began blowing independently. In addition, the fuse box had melted. The dealer advised that the fuse box and harness had burned. The vehicle was left at the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. The failure and current mileages were 75,000. Updated 11/03/10.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that the vehicle had two computers fail and was on the path of losing another. He also stated that the windshield wipers would remain upright and dump all the windshield wiper fluid on the windshield, causing poor visibility. In addition, the engine would completely shut down without warning while driving 60 MPH. The vehicle would also move without the engine running and the key in the ignition. The contact further stated that the brakes and turn signals would malfunction. The dealer stated that nothing could be done. Daimler chrysler informed him to reference the lemon law for assistance. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 44,000 and failure mileage was 1.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
- What is wrong
- Certain trucks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111, "rear view mirrors". The right outside rear view mirror glass has a curved (convex) mirror glass installed instead of flat glass. Curved glass creates a wider view, but displays images further away than they actually are.
- Risk
- Drivers of large vehicles may have difficulty judging distance relationships, which could cause a crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the right outside convex mirror glass with a flat mirror glass free of charge. The recall began on october 10, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 06V380000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 wipers
Is windshield wiper failure a common problem on the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500?
10 of 210 owner complaints about the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 (5%) mention windshield wiper failure. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500?
There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500
Ball joint 34Power steering loss 10Check engine light 8Stalling 8Fire or smoke 7Tire blowout 7Loss of power 6
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