Underhood Wiring problems of the 1999 Dodge Ram 1500

Three problems related to underhood wiring have been reported for the 1999 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Underhood Wiring problem

Failure Date: 05/16/2006

1999 Dodge laramie 1500 quad 4x4. Dash has cracked and broke into pieces and fallen into dash wiring harnesses. Currently has only affected the front speakers. Concerns about the airbag and headlamp wires located in the same area.

2 Underhood Wiring problem

Failure Date: 11/13/2001

While driving engine check light will come on. Then, had taken to dealer where they had replaced it. Few months later, had happened again while driving. Engine check light came on brigther. Then stalled, and vehicle caught on fire. Please provide more information.

3 Underhood Wiring problem

Failure Date: 05/17/1999

While driving on the interstate noticed a foul smell, which seemed to be plastic burning. Consumer cut the air conditioning off, suddenly clouds of smoke poured from under the engine. Consumer pulled over to discover there was a fire coming from under the hood. Also, cruise control and abs have stopped working, and all 4 tires had to be replaced after 15000 miles.




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