general problems of the 2004 Dodge RAM

Five problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2004 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Dodge RAM based on all problems reported for the 2004 RAM.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/04/2022

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 used to haul a 2018 keystone passport ultra lite grand touring. The contact stated that the thermostat in the RV failed to operate as needed. The RV was taken to the dealer, where the thermostat was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The RV was taken back to the dealer, where the thermostat was replaced a second time. Additionally, the contact stated that the RV interior structure had detached in several areas, and the RV was leaking an unknown substance. The contact stated that a nearby camper repair facility inspected the RV and opened the release valve, where water had accumulated underneath the RV. The RV was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2010

2004 Dodge Ram. When pressing down the left turn switch to turn left, the right turn signal flashes. . . The opposite happens when you press the turn signal switch up to turn right. Also, the windshield wipers randomly stop working while in operation. This is a very very frequent problem with Dodges, please address!.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/09/2006

2004 Dodge durango w/5. 7 liter hemi engine just stalled/shut off on its own when going up a parking garage Ramp at approximately 15 mph. Lost all power to power steering and brakes. Had to come to a complete stop, place in park, and then restarted without any problem. Have had vehicle since may of 2004 and this is the first time this problem has happened. Very concerned since I have seen other complaints with same exact problem.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/08/2004

The electrical system went out which caused the speedometer, brake and tail lights not to operate. The consumer will take the vehicle to the dealer for repair for the fourth time this year.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/01/2004

The consumer's vehicle would turn off while braking around turns. As a result the power brakes and steering went out.


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