Electrical System Related Problems of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Table 1 shows eleven common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Dodge RAM. The number one most common problem is related to the underhood wiring (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the dash wiring (four problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1997 Dodge RAM

The Underhood Wiring problem

This will be the fourth time this part is being replaced and this time it caused a fire and god only knows what will happen the next time.   Read details...

The Dash Wiring problem

The vehicle had an electrical shortage under the dashboard, which resulted in a fire. The consumer has requested information about other vehicles (same make/model) who has experienced the same problem. Scc   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Driving 30mph another driver noticed flames under vehicle. Owner parked. Got kids out & noticed smoke & then flames shot out. Vehicle totaled. Investigators said electrical wires from engine compartment, but no defects involved. Has pictures.   Read details...


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