Dash Wiring Problems in popular cars
Dash Wiring problem is a common vehicle problem that happens to most car brands and models. The following is a sample list of Dash Wiring problems reported in most popular vehicles.
Dash Wiring problem of Chevrolet Aveo
VIN of the vehicle was KL1TD62675_. Tl-consumer has a 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated all of the interior light as well as the front parking light and passenger side tail light were not working. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the wiring harness was defective. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000. Pmb. This problem occurred on Oct. 6, 2011.
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Dash Wiring problem of Chevrolet Express
Consumer owns a 2008 Chevrolet Express. The contact was driving 45 mph when the exterior and interior lights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer seven times. The dealer stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 47,115. It was June 30, 2009 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of Chrysler Sebring
Vehicle identification number (VIN): 1C3LC46K18_. The reporting person owns a 2008 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall at any time, the exterior and interior lights would flash on and off and the cruise control became inoperative. The dealer and manufacturer were notified and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 08v152000 (electrical system:wiring). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and the current mileage was 80,000. This problem occurred on November 14, 2011.
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Dash Wiring problem of Chrysler Pt Cruiser
The reporting person's vehicle is a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact was driving 25 mph when the interior instrument panel lights failed. The contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer for inspection or repair. The referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 01v288000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash) and called the manufacturer. The manufacturer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 120,000. This issue happened on May. 16, 2011.
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Dash Wiring problem of Dodge Ram 1500
The vehicle was a 2001 Dodge 1500. Two- three years ago years ago I notice a break in my dashboard that break has led to the dashboard falling apart exposing wiring. When the dashboard cave (part of ) in all the gages stop working (speed,temp. Gas, ect. ,) and the air bag warning light came on. This happen while driving . This problem occurred on Thursday, December 31, 2009.
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Dash Wiring problem of Dodge Ram 1500
The vehicle involved was a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. Dashboard cracking and caved in causing all gauges to stop while drinving working and airbaglight to come on all wiring was exposed the ( dashboard was cracking for over two years but I just learn of other who had the same issues . It was 12/01/10 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of Ford Windstar
The car is a 2003 Ford Windstar. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this Ford Windstar is 2FMZA52473_. Abs and brake dashboard lights warning that abs system is inoperative, speed control system also inoperative. Break pressure deactivation switch leaking oil. This leaking oil has traveled down abs wiring harness all the way to the abs controller. Unsafe condition. Ford dealership has refused to repair this dangerous condition as a manufacturing/design defect and stated there currently is no recall issued for this very serious problem!!. This problem occurred on Thu., Jun. 9, 2011.
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Dash Wiring problem of Ford Freestar
The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was 2FMZA516X6_. The vehicle was a 2006 Ford Freestar. The contact stated that all of the warning lamps illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact mentioned that the exterior and interior lamps were flickering. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that ecm was defective and needed to be replaced. The remedy failed to repair the failure. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who diagnosed that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000 and current mileage was 140,000. Updated 5/7/12
updated 05/30/12. This dash wiring issue occurred Sep. 9, 2009.
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Dash Wiring problem of GMC Acadia
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1GKEV33768_. Bought our GMC Acadia Dec. 2011 had no issues till Jan 2012. Since then it has been back to the dealership repeatedly for seemingly linked problems. Started with just a dead battery upon further investigation found that the wiring harness was submerged in water, causing battery to short out, replaced the battery and fixed the apparent point of entry. Not two weeks later back in the shop, water pouring from the head liner (around the interior lights, sunroof moldings, and seat belt joints). Our Acadia remained at the dealership for three days with no luck of finding a leak (checked all drain lines and ran the vehicle through the water machine). Here we are again vehicle has been at the shop for a week with no luck of finding the point of intrusion; this time the water leak shorted out the entire fuse panel. After trying to find the leak for over a week, sending the vehicle to another shop to "get a fresh set of eyes on it", and contacting gm for advise (which was no help) the dealership still has been unsuccessful in locating the water leak. Not sure what to do next. All I know is we bought a $30,000. 00 car so we wouldn't have problems and here we are with problems, expensive problems. It was Jan. 19, 2012 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of GMC Yukon
VIN of the vehicle was 1GKFK63887_. There is a problem with the steering wheel mounted radio controls on some 2007 GMC Yukon denali trucks with the six disc cd changer. One of these controls is suppose to allow you to change the disc that is playing to another one of the six that you have loaded into the changer. On some of these trucks the wrong wiring harness was installed when the truck was built along with the wrong software being loaded into the electronic module. This prevents this control from functioning correctly. Instead of changing the disc that is playing, it simple goes to the next song on that same cd. There is already a control on the steering column to do this. When I brought this to the attention of the service manager at the dealership he said at first that the steering wheel control module was bad and then that the radio was defective. Both items were replaced and the problem remains. He then checked some of the other Yukon denalis that he had in stock and told me that on some of these cars the controls worked properly and on some they did not. He then told me about the wiring harness and software problem. Gm's position is that these cars are built properly and they refuse to do anything about it. Page 336 of the owners manual clearly says that this button should change the disc that is playing. I consider this to be a safety problem because now when you want to change the disc you have to take your eyes off the road and look down to the middle of the dashboard and locate a small 1/4" by 1/2" button and push it. This can cause you to drift out of your lane of travel, especially at highway speeds. This, after all, is a primary purpose of steering wheel controls for radios-you can keep your eyes on the road. I hope you will look into this matter and force gm to correct this safety problem. This issue happened on March 10, 2007.
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Dash Wiring problem of Acura TL
The vehicle is a 1997 Acura Tl. The VIN of this Tl is JH4UA3640V_. Digital a/c display stopped functioning. Dealer said component cost would be @ $1,600. 00 (85% value of car). Offered no alternative (after-market, used part). Coincided with dash lights going out, indicated gear position (nuetral, reverse, drive, etc). This problem occurred on Jun. 23, 2004.
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Dash Wiring problem of Acura TL
The vehicle having this issue was a 1997 Acura 3. 2tl. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this Acura 3. 2tl is JH4UA3640V_. Digital a/c display stopped functioning. Dealer said component cost would be @ $1,600. 00 (85% value of car). Offered no alternative (after-market, used part). Coincided with dash lights going out, indicated gear position (nuetral, reverse, drive, etc). It was Wednesday, Jun. 23, 2004 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of Honda CR-V
The reporting person's vehicle is a 2006 Honda Cr-v. The vehicle was parked and unoccupied when half of the front driver's side interior door panel completely melted. In addition, the front driver's seat as well as the sun visor melted. When the contact entered the vehicle there was no smoke present however black soot appeared on the front driver's side door window glass and gray soot. The front driver's side wiring harness was stuck to the lower plastic door trim. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number 11v456000 (electrical system) but the VIN was ineligible for the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. Updated 8/14/12 updated 08/15/12. This issue happened on August 4, 2012.
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Dash Wiring problem of Honda Ridgeline
The vehicle involved is a 2007 Honda Ridgeline truck. While driving approximately between 50-75 mph, the contact noticed smoke emitted from underneath the front passenger's side dashboard. The contact maneuvered to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and detected the air conditioner control head, wiring harness connector and blower motor melted. Immediately the blower motor wires were disconnected and the contact resumed in operation. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10v001000 (electrical system: instrument panel). The vehicle was repaired under the recall which included the replacement of the wiring harness connector; however the blower motor protective cover was not installed which was mentioned in the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000. This dash wiring issue occurred Wed., Oct. 5, 2011.
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Dash Wiring problem of Hyundai Santa Fe
The vehicle is a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. At 59,000 miles left side running lights inop. Sent to dealer they said they adjusted the wiring harness. This stated at 50,000 miles. Worked good for 3 weeks took on a trip put 10,000 miles on it. Now at 70,000. . Electrical issues started back up. No taillights left back,touch brake dashboard left turn glows 1/2 brightness. Put left turn signal light on works. Touch brake left side blink acts like burned out light. Fill with fuel reads correct most of the time. Went to stop started car back up gauge read empty with light on, stopped for gas 30 miles later put gas in took 1 gal gauge went to 1/2 tank. Let set overnight next day read 3/4. Drove the rest of the day . Next day read correct. This happened 2 times already. Do not know if this is related the left side electrical problem. It was 04/21/2011 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of Hyundai XG350
The car involved is a 2004 Hyundai xg 350. Vehicle caught on fire inside the passenger compartment apparently due to an electrical failure of some kind related to the sunroof or the dome light switches. The fire dept. Responded and hosed down the vehicles interior to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was subsequently declared a total loss by my insurance company. The failure date was Wed., Mar. 9, 2005.
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Dash Wiring problem of Jeep Commander
The vehicle involved was a 2008 Jeep Commander. Vehicle identification number (VIN): 1J8HG58278_. Water leaking into interior of vehicle from sunroof, affecting electrical components. , windows and instrument panel components damaged. Rodents per dealership (snethkamp) damaged electrical wiring to brake lights (p) and engine damaged. This dash wiring issue occurred Wednesday, December 14, 2011.
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Dash Wiring problem of Jeep Wrangler
The car was a 2007 Jeep Wrangler 4-dr 4x4. When driving my 2007 Jeep, it has 2x, completely shut off while going about 70 mph in traffic. I took it to bondy's Jeep dothan, looked at by service depart. And given back - nothing wrong. The second time, returned to bondy's, some wiring harnesses were replaced. Then recall was issued, took it back-they fixed recall. Continued to have issues, been to bondy's eight times. It has not shut completely off again that was pretty scary - but the dashboard lights up with errors and I lose power everything (air conditioner, signals, radio, entire control panel, etc?). The same thing happened when it shut off completely, so my concern is that it will happen again. If I were to pull out onto a highway, that could be it. Please advise me on what action I need to take. Following is a timeline of what has been going on. I have not been able to get anyone from Jeep to call me to help me with this issue. I have only been working third party with my local Jeep dealer, who has been great, but has not yet solved any issues. 4/14/2007 Jeep cuts completely off while going 70 mph on hwy 431 all cluster lights lit up. 4/15/2007 Jeep cuts off completely again pulling out of the grocery store parking lot. 4/17/2007 took it to bondy's. Got it back on 4/19/2007. Service dept stated it was fixed. 4/26/2007 all clusters lit up like before but did not shut off. No air conditioner, radio, nothing electric worked. Took to bondy's. 7/11/2007 same thing 7/12/2007 recall received by mail, took to bondy's. 8/2/2007 it happened again. 8/3/2007 took to bondy's left it with the service dept. Do not have it back yet. It has been at bondy's 39 days total since time of purchase, in the service dept. It was Fri., Aug. 3, 2007 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of Land Rover Range Rover
The car is a 2004 Land Rover new Range Rover. Crash was involved with the Land Rover new Range Rover. While driving at speed in excess of 60mph the suspension, transmission, driveshafts failed multiple times. Require tow serviced each time due to complete powerfailures. Vehicle locked and forced me into emergency lane on the NJ turnpike. Landrover replaced only the battery and alternator the first time and 3 months later the failure happened again , and they replaced the battery and alternator again. Vehicle has electronic problems I have had speakers,ecu sensors, steering wheel motor, parking sensors all replaced in a 12 month span of a 2 year lease. Landrover will not help me obtain a safe replacement for the remained of my lease. This dash wiring issue occurred Sep. 28, 2007.
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Dash Wiring problem of Land Rover Range Rover
The vehicle was a 1997 Land Rover Range Rover. VIN of the vehicle was SALPV1448V_. There was a funny odor. I pulled into the drive way, got out of the car and noticed the fire underneath the car towards the front end. There was a recall for a trans vent tube modification, which was supposedly fixed on my car. It was Thursday, Feb. 24, 2000 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of Lexus SC430
The vehicle was a 2002 Lexus Sc430. The VIN of the car is JTHFN48Y02_. : the contact stated when turning on the vehicle the dashboard lights did not illuminate. The dashboard gauges could not be read in direct sunlight. There was a sensor that caused the dashboard to illuminate at dusk. The dealership determined there was no way to bypass the sensor. Updated 02/07/06. It was 01/12/2006 when this dash wiring issue occurred.
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Dash Wiring problem of Lexus LS400
The vehicle is a 1998 Lexus Ls400. The VIN of this Ls400 is JT8BH28F7W_. On board computer failed causing vehicle to loose power upon acceleration. Nlm. This problem occurred on Apr. 1, 1998.
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Dash Wiring problem of Lincoln Town Car
2000 Lincoln Town Car caught fire under the dashboard. Consumer stated that they pulled into a parking lot. Ohio traffic crash report# 10-0069-91. This dash wiring issue occurred Mon., Jan. 21, 2008.
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Dash Wiring problem of Lincoln Town Car
The car was a 1999 Lincoln Town Car. The VIN of the car is 1LNHM82W6X_. 1. I entered the vehicle which had been parked for approximately 90 minutes. I turned the ignition key to start the vehicle and at the moment I turned the key the driver side, seat/window side air bag deployed. The vehicle was not in motion, not in drive gear and was not struck by another vehicle. Also, there had been no warning lights staying on indicating a possible problem with the air bag system. 2. The side air bag struck my left shoulder and upper back. It was painful, but did not injure me. After a few minutes, I started the vehicle and nothing else happened so I drove a short distance to my home without further incident. 3. I took the vehicle to a local Lincoln Mercury dealer and they determined that four wires in the main warning harness under the driver's seat were damaged, had shorted out and caused the air bag to deploy. The vehicle is a 1999 Lincoln Town Car with 74,000 miles on it. They said all warranties were expired and there were no extended warranties on the vehicle and it is my responsibility to pay for the repairs. Additionally, the warning harness( part # xw1z14a005aa) is no longer made and not in stock and may not be available. The estimate for repair is $3,500. 00 parts and labor. If they repaired the wiring harness, I would have to sign a release of liability stating if the repaired air bag system failed to deploy or deployed when it should not because the wiring harness was not replaced the dealer would not be responsible. I contacted the Ford customer relationships center and they said they had no history of this problem or recalls of this nature for this vehicle and that repair would by at my expense. This dash wiring issue occurred Friday, March 2, 2007.
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Dash Wiring problem of Mazda Tribute
The vehicle was a 2002 Mazda Tribute. My son has driven this vehicle since 2008, when we purchased it for him to use while in college. He was driving onto campus and when approaching the parking lot, he noticed abs and airbag lights coming on and off on the dashboard. As he parked he realized there was smoke coming from under the hood. He opened the hood, saw a fire, and called 911 immediately. They arrived quickly and successfully put the fire out. Firemen told him it appeared to have been electrical and he was lucky they got there as quick as they did. Insurance claim adjuster took it to a Ford shop (closest) where they had it for a week and said they couldn't get parts, but were aware of a recall coming on the area the fire had occurred in (the wiring harness and abs module). It was then sent to a Mazda dealer, that had it for 10 days, and finally said the needed parts were obsolete and they could not repair the vehicle. Claims adjuster checked with another Ford and another Mazda dealer, getting the same answers from both. By the way, when they checked on the VIN, they said it was not on any Mazda recalls. This was at the end of January/beginning of February 2012. So after all this, they had to total a vehicle that only had about 77,000 miles on it and was in excellent condition otherwise. The day I get home from having documents notarized for the insurance company, in my mailbox is a recall from Mazda. . . . This very one 6712a, which I had already found online days prior to the Mazda dealers denying our VIN was included. The recall letter states the work from a prior recall in 2007 regarding this issue had been done. We are very grateful this fire did not cause an accident or more serious emergency situation. And we are grateful our insurance company isn't holding things up due to Mazda's lack of help. This dash wiring problem happened on 01/13/2012.
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Dash Wiring problem of Mazda Tribute
The vehicle having this issue was a 2002 Mazda Tribute. While driving vehicle the whole system failed. All lights on dash light, lost brakes and steering. While on the highway. This dash wiring problem happened on Aug. 19, 2002.
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Dash Wiring problem of Mercedes Benz SLK230
The vehicle is a 1999 Mercedes Benz Slk230. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was WDBKK47F4X_. I've had a dozen bulbs/fuses blow during the life of this vehicle. I've owned other vehicles that never blew a single bulb or fuse over their lifetime. I just wonder if this is a way for Mercedes Benz to increase service revenues. They want over $100 to replace each bulb. This problem occurred on Sep. 14, 2003.
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Dash Wiring problem of Mercedes Benz SLK230
The vehicle was a 1999 Mercedes Benz Slk230. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is WDBKK47F4X_. When the vehicle was started the dashboard caught on fire. The fire department determined that the fire was started by an electrical short under the dash. The vehicle could not be driven. This dash wiring problem happened on Wednesday, August 20, 2003.
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Dash Wiring problem of Mercury Villager
The vehicle having this issue was a 2000 Mercury Villager. The VIN of the problem Villager is 4M2XV12T3Y_. Traveling inside lane; cruise on 60mph. Rock in road appeared size of softball. Passed over rock scrapping bottom of manifold shield, hitting the pliable plastic shield breaking fuel purge valve, and bending rear stabilizer bar. List of parts ordered for repair by garage and insurance adjustor: clock spring, airbag control module, steering wheel and instrument panel airbags, fuel tank, rear stabilizer bar and bracket, front lower air defector, fuel purge valve, and align 4 wheel suspension. No one has an answer to why the airbags deployed only, "the rock did it. " jack is totally disabled (asbestos in the lung) and just used up another one of his nine lives. He had burns on his right thumb/hand area, forearm,; along with swelling, burns on his abdomen, and broken blood vessels in the chest area. The car did not stop running, but due to the gases and smell, jack got out ASAP and a lady that stop to assist turned the ignition off and removed keys. The car is still at Ford waiting for parts. The failure date was Monday, May 14, 2001.
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Dash Wiring problem of Mercury Villager
The car involved was a 1999 Mercury Villager. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 4M2XV11T6X_. To date no one will fix these problems they say they dont have those parts to do so. No safety defect mentioned. It was 09/15/1999 when this dash wiring issue occurred.
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Dash Wiring problem of Mitsubishi Outlander
The car was a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. The consumer received a recall notice#03-v-194-000 from the manufacturer on August 3, 2003 however no parts were available. This problem occurred on Wednesday, September 10, 2003.
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Dash Wiring problem of Mitsubishi Outlander
The VIN of the car is JA4LX31G03_. This is for a Mitsubishi Outlander 2003. There was a lot of water under the seats, don't know how, and the service engine light is on due to bad oxygen sensor and there might be corrosion in the electrical system, this can cause a fire, rear stop light stop working, the seat belt tensioner can go bad. Took the car to the dealership, and the manufacturer said that I only have 1 recall when the NHTSA says that there's a recall for this,=NHTSA campaign number 03v194000. It was Sat., Jan. 5, 2008 when this dash wiring issue occurred.
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Dash Wiring problem of Nissan Titan
The vehicle involved is a 2005 Nissan Titan. Prior to leaving for a trip I stoped by the dealership that I bought the truck from informed me that the exhaust was broken due to rust I was also told that there was no issue with driving it to nc from CT on the way back from nc the trailer lights failed and I started receiving slip abs brake and 4wd lights on my dash. I return the truck to the dealership and was told that the exhaust had melted the wiring harness where it had broke/rusted. I spoke to another dealership and was told this was a common issue where the wiring harness would melt when the exhaust brakes/rusts. . . I was also told that they had seen some where the whole tail lamp had melted. This dash wiring problem happened on Sep. 2, 2012.
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Dash Wiring problem of Nissan Versa
The vehicle having this issue was a 2007 Nissan Versa. The VIN of this Versa is 3N1BC13E37_. Vehicle was left idling in driveway. After a few minutes a passerby knocked on home door to advise car was on fire. Fire dept responded but fire smothered. Insurance claim was filed. Value of claim did not warrant hiring origin and cause expert however photos seem to show fire originating in left rear interior possibly in headliner near c pillar. Damage suggest wiring defect. Vehicle had no history of collision damage. Vehicle had no history of wiring repair. This issue happened on Saturday, June 4, 2011.
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Dash Wiring problem of SAAB 9-3
The vehicle involved was a 1999 SAAB 9-3. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was YS3DD35N8X_. Dash information display pixels burn out/disappear. While annoying for time and
radio display, this could be a safety issue as this display reports temperature
outside (in icy conditions) and mechanical/functional problems with the car. If the display
is illegible a driver could misinterpret a problem. The failure date was 05/16/05.
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Dash Wiring problem of Saturn VUE
The vehicle is a 2007 Saturn Vue. The VIN of the problem Vue is 5GZCZ33D87_. Vehicle had electrical problems prior to purchase. Purchased 5/26/07 - 7/7/07 in shop electrical system failure. Chk. Engine light comes on, gauges erratic, power steering fails, mileage 3,043. Problems persist, eventually entire main wiring harness replaced (removed seats, dash, etc. From interior). More problems each time, gauges still erratic, low power light and check engine light still come on. Very dangerous situation, if power lost at high speed could cause accident. It was 07/07/2007 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of Saturn VUE
The heated seat warmer on our 2004 Saturn Vue shorted and burned a small dime sized hole in the seat back of the driver's seat. This dash wiring issue occurred December 10, 2007.
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Dash Wiring problem of Subaru Outback
The car involved was a 2003 Subaru Outback. The VIN of this Outback is 4S3BH67543_. Dealer substituted cheap aftermarket security system for requested Subaru upgrade, tampering with factory wiring in process. When challenged, dealer replaced system with Subaru upgrade. However, I am concerned that the stripped, soldered and most likely cut wires in the factory harness could produce a short or backfeed that may damage electrical components or lead to fire. In addition, one bundle of wires interferes with the movement of my right foot from accelerator to brake. Dt. This dash wiring issue occurred October 16, 2002.
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Dash Wiring problem of Subaru Outback
The car was a 2003 Subaru Outback. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was 4S3BE89633_. Nar 03-27-2003 mr the car dies intermittently at speeds between 20-25 mph on deceleration. The power is completely lost with no power steering control. Additional items noticied . . Shifting in transmission at low speeds, dashboard creaks and drivers window faulty. This problem occurred on 02/17/03.
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Dash Wiring problem of Suzuki Forenza
Vehicle identification number (VIN): KL5JD56Z65_. Tl- the vehicle involved is a 2005 Suzuki Forenza. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 07v452000 (exterior lighting) and took the vehicle to the dealer where recall repairs were performed. After the repairs, the wiring for the headlights became burned, causing the head lights, air bags and the radio to fail. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer and was advised that the recall repairs caused a small fire in the wiring under the dashboard. The dealer performed a second repair at no cost to the contact however, the failure recurred. The contact later received notification of NHTSA campaign id number:12v397000(electrical system:wiring;interior/under dash) for the wiring harness but was told by the manufacturer that even though the dealer had stated that the previous recall repair caused the wiring failure, they would only cover the exact component that was listed in the recall and the contact would be liable for any additional repairs. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 126,000. Kmj. This problem occurred on Friday, September 28, 2012.
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Dash Wiring problem of Suzuki Forenza
The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was KL5JD56Z46_. Tl- consumer owns a 2006 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that she went to have her vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 12v397000 (electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash) and was informed by the dealer that they did not have the proper tools to complete the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the issue. The failure and current mileage was unknown. Pmb. It was October 14, 2012 when this dash wiring issue occurred.
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Dash Wiring problem of Toyota Corolla
The VIN of the car is 1NXBR32E16_. The owner has a 2006 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that the front driver side door panel caught on fire. The contact stated the wiring was burned and caused damage to the front driver side seat, and to the interior of the vehicle. The fire department did not report to the scene and the fire went out on its own. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for the replacement of the front driver side door and seat. The wiring in the door was also replaced. The contact was not aware of the exact repair however, the vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. This issue happened on Thursday, Mar. 22, 2012.
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Dash Wiring problem of Toyota Tacoma
The vehicle involved was a 1996 Toyota Tacoma. Vehicle identification number (VIN): 4TAVL52N5T_. Engine idles high when a/c kicks on, replace ecm. This dash wiring problem happened on Thursday, August 29, 1996.
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Dash Wiring problem of Volkswagen Touareg
The vehicle involved is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. To whom it may concern, I drive a 2004 vw Touareg. I want to report a technical problem regarding the
multi function indicator (trip computer, or mfi) in the instrument cluster which vw doesn't acknowladge. My Touareg has a color mfi module (lcd based) which shows the clock, gear, cd info etc, between the speedometer and the tachometer (in the
middle of the instrument cluster). The problem is that mfi constantly buzz as soon it is powered up (opening the door, don't need to insert the key into
the ignition) and the sound goes away when the mfi shuts off. While the car is in motion mfi is always on, and the noise gets quiet annoying. I don't know what causes it or how to eliminate this sound. I try to dim the instrument cluster's lightning, however this has no effect. Also when the lights are on, the noise get louder. Overall, this issue creates a disturbance for the driver, and may cause an accident. Vw doesn't identify this problem, however I have heard and read from other websites about people complaning about this issue. Thanking you for your assistance and interest, and hope to hear from you soon. Warmest regards,
barr karagozlu
karagozlu_baris@yahoo. Com. The failure date was Saturday, March 27, 2004.
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Dash Wiring problem of Volkswagen Touareg
The car involved was a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. The VIN of this vehicle is WVGBC67L94_. Instrument panel light failed. Dealer stated there was too much resistance within the wiring harness. As a result, vehicle could catch on fire. It was 04/20/04 when this dash wiring issue occurred.
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Dash Wiring problem of Volvo XC90
I own a Volvo Xc90 t6 awd. This car has had problems with the twin turbo-chargers, the warning lights, a tire blowout, vibrations in the steering wheel, alignment issues, short circuit in the driver's side control panel, poor fit and finish of the driver side door panel and a host of other fit and finish problems. The momentum Volvo dealership in houston, texas and Volvo north America service representative denied any problems being a serious or recurring problem. This all took place in a span of less than 10 months for a brand new vehicle. The car spent more time in the shop than in our possession initially. The dealership continued to fix the recurring problems and denied any chronic issues existed. I wish to alert NHTSA in the event any other owner of Volvo xc 1990 has similar complaints or a tragedy occurs as a result of the problems I have listed. This problem occurred on Monday, March 15, 2004.
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Dash Wiring problem of Volvo V70
The car is a 2001 Volvo V70xc. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this Volvo V70xc is YV1SZ58D21_. I was recently told my 2001 v79xc needed ball joints, then sway bars and someone else said struts!
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I have had the car diagnosed, the system reported throttle module errors and electircal or circuit problems; throttle module cleaned, then replaced; headlights replaced 3 times (wiring causes shorts); gas filter replaced two junes in a row gas propelled out of the tank back at me upon pumping (something about air intake line was clogged), the brackets underneath the car are totally rusted not stainless steel!
I had the cooling fan replaced, car overheated into the red!
I too have had little time to enjoy my car. The e brake sticks in the winter, because the coating on the lines/cables is cracked, broken/burned due to improper suspension. My sun roof, interior lights and rear hatch door works intermittently in cold weather. The glove compartment was rattling loudly and the dealer I bought it from tried to fix it and told me I had to live with it! of course another dealership fixed it outright. The seatbelt frequently sticks and doesnt take up the slack intermittently only to get shut in the drivers door frequently, when I just about think it has corrected itself. And, there is a strange draft on the front passenger side window that gets quite cold in the winter. The seal seems fine and its another problem no shop seems to know anything about. This dash wiring issue occurred Sunday, Jun. 1, 2003.
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Dash Wiring problem of Audi S4
The vehicle was a 2001 Audi S4. VIN of the vehicle was WAURD68D31_. Instrument panel was damaged upon delivery of vehicle, was replaced by dealership, consumer complained numerous times about electrical problems, not able to view instrument panel properly. When replaced the instrument panel already had signs of wear and needed to be replaced again. It was Monday, October 2, 2000 when this dash wiring issue occurred.
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Dash Wiring problem of Audi A6
The vehicle involved was a 2006 Audi A6. : the contact stated that while driving 50 mph the vehicle burst into flames. Months prior to the fire the vehicle was taken to the dealer 01/27/2005 for recall remedy repairs, #04v133000. During the incident the contact's knee push against the knee bolster located under the dashboard, which made contact with the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical short occurred and resulted in a fire. Updated 8/14/2006 -. This problem occurred on 06/27/06.
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Dash Wiring problem of BMW 325
The vehicle involved is a 2002 BMW 325i. The VIN of the problem 325 is WBAET374X2_. The left blinker started malfunctioning and, as a result, rear tailight bulb outage appeared on dashboard all other lights were ok. BMW dealership mechanic diagnosed tail light ground wiring issue: inspection revealed that wires were melted inside rear tail light housing and could cause fire. Recommended replacing both tail light components by adding an additional ground, carrier replacements for bulbs. Replacement supplies on work order included sockets, insulation housing, connectors, shrinking hose. After research on consumer websites, I found out many complaints about the same issue. My BMW 325i is only 9 years old (2002) with only 30,250 miles on it. This kind of fundamental flaw should be correct at BMW's expense, not ours. BMW needs to have a recall on this common and potential deadly issue. It was Sat., Aug. 17, 2002 when this dash wiring issue occurred.
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Dash Wiring problem of BMW Z3
The car was a 1998 BMW Z3. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this BMW Z3 is 4USCH7322W_. I have had this vehicle serviced 4 times . . . They are unable to fix the problem, I lose all head lights and instrument cluster when this happens . . Including my turn signals. . This problem occurred on 07/06/98.
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Dash Wiring problem of Buick Riviera
The vehicle involved is a 1996 Buick Riviera. Vehicle identification number (VIN): 1G4GD2211T_. Service engine soon light goes on and off by itself. Vehicle has been services several times for this problem by Buick dealers. This issue happened on May 23, 1998.
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Dash Wiring problem of Buick Skylark
The vehicle was a 1996 Buick Skylark. The VIN of the problem Skylark is 1G4NJ52M8T_. After recall repairs were done on wire harness vehicle would start intermittently. Vehicle been back to dealer on eight occasions ,and problem still reocurring. Ph. . . . It was Fri., Jul. 26, 2002 when this dash wiring issue happened.
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Dash Wiring problem of Cadillac SRX
The vehicle involved was a 2005 Cadillac Srx. My wife was backing out of the drive way when she saw smoke coming off the cracks of the drivers side in the front of the vehicle. The hood was closed and had lots of black smoke gushing out of the cracks and it smelled like burning plastic. I tried starting the vehicle and to my surprise the vehicle started but most of the electronic controls were showing errors in the dash. I was able to drive it carefully to the nearest Cadillac dealer (lavery auto) in alliance, OH. When I stopped the car I was unable to take off the keys from the ignition because the security system also had an error. They diagnosed the problem and found that the electrical system in the ac compressor had caught fire and also melted the wiring. This had also destroyed the computer ecm of the vehicle. They repaired it and I brought the Srx back home in the evening of 10/14/11 and parked it in my drive way. The next morning I found the battery was dead and had to use my wife's car to jump start. The same thing happened the next day morning and had to call up a tow truck to jump start the Srx. I took it back to the same dealer (lavery automotive) and they found that another relay was bad due to the fire and they replaced this too. I spent over $1,500 to repair this vehicle. I have the receipts with full explanations. I would like for you to investigate the reason for this fire that had the potential to injure me and my family and also provide assistance if possible in having general motors reimburse me for these charges because of poor safety and quality in this vehicle. Thank you. This dash wiring problem happened on Sat., Oct. 8, 2011.
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Dash Wiring problem of Cadillac SRX
The vehicle having this issue was a 2004 Cadillac Srx. Recurring electrical problems. First problem I had, the motor in the window went out, then the next electrical problem I had was the wiring for the blinkers kept going out, the next and most major electrical problem I'm still having is that when the car is turned off and secured the dashboard lights and radio comes back on within ten seconds after I've turned off and secured the car. The middle armrest keeps detaching at the back where the cell phone plug is located. The door locks (indicating latch by window) doesn't lift up. These electrical problems have been corrected by the dealer (Cadillac) at least two times each. This dash wiring issue occurred 03/08/07.
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Dash Wiring problem of Jaguar XK8
The car involved was a 1998 Jaguar Xk8. The VIN of this Xk8 is SAJGX2245W_. Electronic control module. This problem occurred on Wednesday, February 11, 1998.
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Dash Wiring problem of Jaguar XJ8
The car is a 2000 Jaguar xjv8. Was driving my 2000 Jaguar xk8 on interstate 55 in illinois when there was a "pop" that sounded like a speaker going out. Smoke rushed out of the dashboard vents. A fire occurred within the dashboard. Flaming pieces of plastic and parts dropped to the floormat and set fire to the carpet. The vehicle cabin quickly filled with heavy smoke. It all happened so fast - I was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the interstate and barely cleared the car before the entire passenger cabin burst into flames. I called 911 - by the time firefighters arrived, the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames. It was a total loss. The police, firefighter and others surmised a problem with the wiring harness or one of the onboard computer/fuse/relay systems in the vehicle. This car has been well maintained - all the records exist to prove it. To be driving down the road and have your dashboard burst into flames should be of concern. I am not sure if there are other reports of incidents like this but one is too many. I nearly lost control of the vehicle at 65 mph and could have killed myself and others due to the build up of smoke in the cabin - I could barely see out of the windshield. A few concerns here - not the least of which is the cause of the fire. Beyond that, the fact that the mats and interior carpet caught fire so quickly is also an issue. Had I not been alert enough to recognize what was happening so quickly and able to take corrective action as soon as I did, the death box below might have been filled in by someone else. The failure date was Tuesday, September 9, 2008.
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