Headlight Switch Problems of Dodge Durango

On September 30, 2019, I purchased a new the new 2019 Dodge Durango VIN I submitted. Driving off the lot, I hit a bump in the road and the dashboard and headlights went out. The headlights were on "auto. " it was dark. I had to manually switch the selector switch to the "on" position and the headlights did come on. According to the dealer, the vehicle indicated one bag trip. I just picked the vehicle up on Saturday, October 12, 2019. I also have engine knock.

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Headlights would come on when the headlight switch is in the off position while in park and while in motion, and stay on; during night time driving headlights would intermittently go off in the on position while in motion. Several attempts by dealer repair personnel to find a remedy were unsuccessful. It was later discovered that the aftermarket remote start installed by a third party was wired incorrectly. The dealer installed a factory remote start and the issue appears to be resolved.

With the headlight switch in the auto position the light shut off while driving, causing a slight panic to get they switch to the manual position.

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In early November 2015 while driving 45-50 mph the instrument panel randomly went haywire and all the lights started flashing and the interior lights at the same time. About two weeks later I realized that the outside headlights were also flickering when the inside lights flickered. I took to the local dealership and after 4 day's I was told they could not re-produce the issue. I quit driving after dark due to the lack of control in keeping the lights on then noticed I would have intermittent flickering with the headlight knob off. After researching the Dodge forums and ruling out the fuses I purchased a new "redesigned" headlight switch and installed it. Took care of all the flickering light issues and now I can drive at night again.

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The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving 55 mph, the headlights stopped illuminating. The contact switched the lights on manually in order for them to work. The failure occurred intermittently. The contact notified the dealer, but the cause of the failure could not be duplicated. The approximate failure mileage was 23,000.

The problem originally started about 2 weeks ago. When I switched on the rear fan (heat or ac did not matter), the entire center console (radio, blower switches, and electronic 4wd switch) would go completely dead, and the "service 4wd" light would come on. Then this started happening when I turned on the front blower or the rear blower. Then it started happening with both blowers off and the headlights on high. Now it does it spontaneously for no apparent reason with all extra electrical components (the headlights, radio, and blowers) all off. I'm thinking there is a short somewhere, but cannot identify it. So far, I have replaced the blower motor resistor, the tccm, and the ignition switch with no apparent improvement. I've also had the dash apart and checked every electrical wire I could get to for obvious shorts. No luck. The problem is getting progressively worse. I talked to the mechanic at the local Dodge dealer, and he said he thinks it's the tipm (main fuse box) in the engine compartment. He said he sees them short out "all the time, some of them so bad they actually catch fire!" (direct quote from him. ) I am now terrified to drive my Durango, but I cannot afford the hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars it's going to cost to fix the tipm, if that's what it really is. But I do not want drive it with the possibility of a vehicle fire. I've done all kinds of internet research on this, and it seems like a really common problem in the Durangos. Also, my friend who works at a salvage yard says these fuse boxes are one of their most sought after parts. Surely an electrical problem that is this common and of such a catastrophic magnitude should be a recall!.

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The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Durango. While driving 25 mph and coming to a stop, the accelerator pedal stuck to the floorboard for a couple of seconds. The vehicle kept accelerating at 60 mph when releasing the accelerator pedal. The throttle remained wide open when released. The contact had to turn the engine off to be able to stop the vehicle. The contact coasted over to the side of the road and the throttle started to release. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. In addition, the headlights failed when the switch was in the on position and the windshield wipers activated when the switch was in the off position. The failure recurred numerous times only when the temperature was forty degrees or less. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

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I normally drive w/the headlights in the auto on position and all of the sudden the headlights and my dash light turned off, when I switched to manually turn them on they came on. This has been happening intermittently but I have not yet contacted the dealer.

Automatic headlights will shut off unpredictably at night, requiring the driver to reach down and turn the headlights on manually. Potentially very dangerous as it is a distraction to the driver even if he knows where the light switch is. Very dangerous if you are driving in the dark and do not know where your headlight switch is. This problem has happened at least 20 times.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving, the headlights and the instrument panel lights stopped illuminating. The contact turned the switch and the lights came back on, but then failed fifteen minutes later. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact notified the manufacturer and they stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 99,000. Sm.

Driving to school in the morning, all lights inside and out started flickering. Turned them off, but the headlights stayed on highbeams the whole time while still flickering. Alarm also stopped working. On the drive back the highbeams stayed on again the whole time even when its on off switch. Inside lights won"t stay on. When I turn the car on the darn lights will not turn off. Doing my research it seems that its the ctm, and alot of people have had that experience. I have 3 children, what if my lights flicker off again and cause an accident?.

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The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the automatic key fob failed and all of the interiors warning lamps were illuminated. In addition, the contact mentioned that the all of the gauges were providing erroneous readings. The head lights had also failed. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the central timing module was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 104,230.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the exterior lights were inoperative. In addition, the locks, alarm system and windshield wipers were defective. A local mechanic stated that the central timer module would need to be replaced. The contact also stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The manufacturer denied any assistance, but the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 83,926 and the current mileage was 85,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at night at highway speeds, the exterior and interior lights would illuminate intermittently. Both the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but the VIN was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000 and the current mileage was 111,000.

Headlights will randomly turn off and on or just completely off. Simply pushing on the headlight switch can reproduce the problem. The fix is to replace the headlight switch. I disassembled the old switch, and the problem is that the surface mount component of the switch came loose on one corner and allowed intermittent contact with the circuit. Epoxy would probably have fixed it, but for $40, I just replaced the part myself. An internet search indicates this is a common problem with several other vehicles as well likely using the same part.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The right side of the vehicle was repaired due to body damage and the contact was told that the right turn signal was not working. The windshield wipers, headlights and turn signals also stopped working. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that the central timing module failed. Recall campaign number 02v322000, exterior lighting: headlight switch was related tot he failure; however, the manufacturer stated that the VIN was not a part of the recall. The failure mileage was 81000 and the current mileage was 84000.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the front headlights were too low to properly see the roadway when driving at night. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was advised that the central timer module on the vehicle was failing and was also under recall. The contact was informed by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 155,632.

I was driving home from work one night, it was raining, when my headlights, wipers, and dashboard just went out. I pulled over in a parking lot, shut off the engine waiting a couple of minutes and turned it back on and they still wouldn't work. I can not drive my car at night or when it is raining, or even lock my doors. They tried replacing the ignition switch and still no lights.

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The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact was driving at night approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions when suddenly, the headlights flickered and failed to operate. The driver was able to reach his destination without incident. The failure occurred intermittently. In addition, the interior light remained illuminated which required the removal of the fuse. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The failure was contributed to the central timer module (ctm). Recall NHTSA campaign id number 02v3220000, exterior lighting headlights switch is related to the failure; however, the VIN was excluded from the recall. The vehicle is in the process of being repaired for the malfunction. The failure mileage was 68,000.

2003 Dodge Durango had problems with a bad module. Consumer states that her vehicle was not a part of the recall for this problem due to the timeline by Chrysler. The consumer stated the headlights started blinking. The right passenger low beam went out completely and would come back on after a period of time. The horn also blew, the locks would lock and unlock, the interior lights and alarm went off every time the consumer unlocked the doors. The gauges would act up at times, and the 4-wheel drive would be lost. The consumer hasn't experienced any more problems since the central timer module was replaced.

A recall on central timer module. 2003 Dodge Durango vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. The consumer is requesting reimbursement for the expense he incurred for the inoperative headlights in which the ctm was faulty.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact heard a clicking sound and noticed the instrument panel lights and headlights were flickering on and off. The lights flashed in 2 to 5 minute intervals. The failure occurred every time the vehicle was operated. He took the vehicle to the dealer and a technician stated that the central timer module needed to be replaced. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch); therefore, the contact would be responsible for the repair costs. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 87,100 and current mileage was 87,224. Updated 06/03/2008 the dealer replaced the time and alarm module. Updated.

Friday January 25,2008 I experienced loss of headlights, electric doorlocks, interior lighting, fog lights, had to use my emergency flashers to drive home from work after taking the vehicle to my repair shop it turns out it was the central timing module, I also found a recall from the NHTSA dated December 2-2002 for the 2003 Durango and dakota, I was never notified of this recall, I had my vehicle fixed January 31,2007 the central timer module was replaced and the components are all fine. I am writing and sending copies of my bills & recall notice to the Chrysler customer center to be reimbursed my $265. 00 for the part . If anyone needs the number go to the NHTSA. Dot. Gov web and enter campaign #02v322000.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The headlights flashed on and off intermittently and the interior lights flickered on and off in the passenger compartment. The dealer stated that the sensor timer module malfunctioned. No repairs were made. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The failure mileage was 67,780 and current mileage was 67,802.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the headlights would shine off and on while driving at night. The failure caused him to lose visibility because no street lights were present. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA recall number 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The speed was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 69,800. Updated 02-01-08 updated 02/01/08.

: the contact stated the exterior lighting failed due to a defective central timer module. There was a NHTSA recall #02v322000 pertaining to the exterior lighting:headlights:switch. The number was not included in the recall due to the VIN.

I have a 2002 Dodge Durango and I am experiencing the following problem. The headlights and parking lights go off and on while driving at night. This also occurs while parked and the headlights are on. Started about 3 days ago and has gotten worse. The lights stay off longer and it is happening more frequent. All inside lights flicker as well. I have looked on the forums and have found that this is an issue with the 1999 - 2003 model years and in fact, Dodge has a recall for the 2003 year for the central timer module. This is a safety issue that needs to be acknowledged and fixed.

I own a 1998 Dodge Durango. The headlight switch has been replaced previously for failure to operate properly, the headlights would not turn on. Subsequently, the replacement switch failed to operate properly however with slight inward pressure on the switch, the lights would come on. I have recently been informed that the switch will not pass state safety inspection in its current condition. I think there is a design flaw or manufacturing defect in this switch because of recurring failures, and since it has become a safety issue by decree of the state, I feel it should be examined nationwide for recall consideration.

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Was driving after dark last night and my headlights just stopped working (both of them) almost caused another car to hit me, because they could not see me. I pulled over and proceeded to check the fuses, etc and they were all fine and the high beams and parking lights worked, just not the headlights. Took the car to the place I bought it from and after 2 hours his mechanics figured out that it was the relay switch that had blown and had to be replaced.

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When the brakes were applied, the front end pulled excessively to the right or left. Also, when making turns, consumer heard a loud "grinding" coming from the front end. Dealer diagnosed that the entire front end needed to be replaced due to ball joint failure. The whining noise was heard when going around curves. The marker lights had become inoperative when pulling out of "int" switch and the head lamp switch was replaced, and upon acceleration, there was a pinging noise in the passing gear. . The tie rods were also replaced.

Headlight switch fails to make headlights turn on.

Head light switch knob failed. Yh.