Table 1 shows two common exterior lighting related problems of the 1997 Dodge RAM. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlight switch (four problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Headlight Switch problems |
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. Read details...
While driving, the headlight switch shorted out which caused all the lighting on the dash board to go out. The headlight switch also melted all the wiring and upon turning the vehicle off the headlights automatically came on by themselves. The switch was on recall, but not on this model. Read details...