Dodge RAM 3500 warning lights comes on

Filed Feb 1, 2022 · Electrical · PA

My key fob ignition switch is going bad. The 1st time I noticed is when I was pulling my camper on vacation and the truck just shut off all the lights everything. I safely pulled over and then I tried to start it and it wouldn't start.. I then wiggled the key and then it started. I talk to other people that own rams and they say they have the same problem. So I talked to the dealer and they said the only thing they can do is replace the Ignition. Which could cost more than $600. Now I would think being that this is quite a common thing that Chrysler would take care of the problem before somebody gets hurt or even killed from their vehicle shouting off and not knowing what to do. There are videos on YouTube on how to Terra park and clean the Ignition but I don't think that is a good idea.

Filed Feb 8, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 99,000 miles · UT

We have noticed for the last month or so our truck shutting of randomly while driving, however 2/7/2016 coming home in the dark at 80 miles per hour the truck shut off driving down the freeway. I have a brother same model truck experiencing the same issues. This is a safety concer, the truck and all lights shut off at 80 miles per hour I want this fixed and investigated

Filed Sep 25, 2015 · Engine, Lights · 168,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 3500. While driving 65-70 MPH, the engine and seat belt warning lights illuminated. In addition, the rpms fluctuated and all the lights on the vehicle illuminated simultaneously. The windshield wipers also activated independently. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.

Filed Jul 27, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 3,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 (na) dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that the ABS warning light illuminated while driving and all the lights on the instrument panel illuminated. The transmission emitted a clicking sound and the vehicle reversed with the gear in drive position. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the computer codes were reset; however, the failure was not corrected. The dealer also test drove the vehicle and was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,000.

Filed Sep 21, 2010 · Electrical · 89,000 miles · TX

I have a 2006 dodge srw 3500, laramie package diesel with roughly 89k miles. I've had numerous problems with what the dealer calls the tipm or total integrated power module. Apparently all the lights are computer controlled and the first problem I had was when my driverside signal light quit working all together after I had towed my 18' car hauler which I've owned for years and never had any issues with towing it with my 2 other trucks, well this just went away one day without a full diagnosis or repair. I thought that was a safety issue but things are now worst because now, periodically when I use my left signal light the right will flash as well practically at random, or both. Of course me being an engineer I tried to troubleshoot the problem and it's obvious that the failure can only be duplicated while in motion or turning the steering wheel. Of course the truck is out of warranty so the dealer is doing everything they can to prevent from covering the repairs or even the diagnosis at this point.

Filed Sep 7, 2007 · Lights · 67,592 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 dodge 3500. The contact stated that the exterior lighting failed while driving on two occasions. The contact has not taken the vehicle to be inspected. The speed was unknown. The current mileage was 67,592 and failure mileage was 53,000. Updated 12/12/2007 *bf the consumer stated headlight switch and plug melted causing all lights except headlights to fail. The consumer stated replaced switch and plug but can't find park relay. Updated 12/12/07

Filed Jan 21, 2007 · Lights · 121,000 miles · MN

All lights but head lights would not work seams head light switch over heated and melted. 2-06 replaced switch self. 10-06 running lights quit working after long trip at night with lights on. Examined switch and running light circuit was melted again the melted plastic gets in the terminal connections and became an insulator causing failure. Removed terminal and directly soldered the wire to the switch. Now 1-07 the running lights don't work unless switch is pulled to headlight position. After the first time 2-06 I have noticed that the area around the switch gets very hot when the lights are on. It is a good feeling to wonder if your lights are going to work or not and if they will stay working. I believe dodge has recalled all 3500's from 94 to 96 for this problem and that the 97 to 981/2 are the same switch and are starting to have the same problems.

Filed Sep 29, 2003 · Electrical, Lights · 79,500 miles · WA

Burning odor and light smoke from dashboard. All lights going on and off. Turned of headlights and burning odor and smoke stopped. Went to dodge dealer to check for recall - manufacturer's recall 819 was for similar problem but only applied to model years 1994 - 1997. This truck was 1998 model. Purchased new headlight switch and replaced the burned switch along with some burnt wiring.

Filed Nov 6, 2002 · Lights · TX

Vehicle's headlamp switch melted while driving, resulted in the headlights becoming inoperative. *mr turn signals, running lights left brake light were inoperative. All lights worked except running lights when trailer hooked up. Dealer found corroded socket and headlamp switch wiring burnt. Replaced socket and replaced headlamp switch and replaced burnt wiring. There was a recall however vehicle was not included.

Filed Mar 5, 1997 · Electrical · TX

While driving the headlight switch in the dash started to smoke, causing the wiring to melt and loss of all lights except the headlights. Dealers are replacing the headlight switch and the wiring harness. Please give further details.