4.6

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
23,297 miles

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problem #9

Sep 012003

Ram 3500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 67,592 miles
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 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

- Hesperia, CA, USA

problem #8

May 152003

Ram 3500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 30,000 miles
Both front headlights plastic lens became discolored, and caused poor visibility while driving at night. Consumer was concerned that this may obstruct consumer's vision and result in a vehicle crash. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer that parts were not covered under a manufacturer's recall.

- Hot Springs, AR, USA

problem #7

Oct 042004

Ram 3500

  • miles
Consumer stated that while driving headlamps went out, and they won't come back on. He checked the fuses and other parts and nothing worked. This happened on Friday. All the inside panel lights were on. He was not able to drive vehicle at night.

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #6

Feb 142004

Ram 3500 Diesel

  • Manual transmission
  • 112,084 miles
Burning smell, blinking of headlights and then headlight failure while on interstate. Took to mechanic who found a recall and advised me to call a Dodge dealer. Dodge dealer said there was no recall for that particular vehicle. Called daimler/Chrysler assistance center who said there was no recall for that particular vehicle by VIN number. Mechanic in town will be fixing. Vehicle has trailer tow package.

- Sidney, NE, USA

problem #5

Jan 272003

Ram 3500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving at any speed and without warning the headlights will intermittently work. Dealer notified. *

- Marysville, WA, USA

problem #4

Jun 042001

Ram 3500 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Headlights failed to remain on while in operation. Dealership has informed consumer that this vehicle was not included in recall 99V024000, and cause for this problem was unknown.

- Adelanmto, CA, USA

problem #3

Feb 242001

Ram 3500

  • miles
Went to dealer twice. They said it wasn't under warranty. The time before my high beams were the only lights that came on. I am very upset because I bought it used and I haven't had it for a year yet and I'm making repairs. Isn't there something wrong with that?

- Long Beach, CA, USA

problem #2

Jun 171999

(reported on)

Ram 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Headlights come on and off intermittently, causing poor visibility.

- Batavia, IL, USA

problem #1

Mar 101997

(reported on)

Ram 3500 4WD Diesel

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Owner states that when headlights are used he cannot see the road very well. Also, that the dimmer switch must be used in order to see.

- Craig, CO, USA