general problems of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500

Defroster / heater/ air conditioner control fails. This problem was suppose to be addressed in k17 recall. K17 recall was performed on 03/22/2011. Heater / defroster / air conditioner controls are still defective as per description of k17 recall. I believe this is a safety issue that Dodge needs to address. In the winter there is no defroster available and there is no way to manually switch to the defroster mode.

The defrost function no longer works on my 2009 Dodge Dodge ram. It has automatic climate controls which was not covered under the previous recall. The defrost fuction no longer functions at any time rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive.

Annoying sound behind the dash. This is cause by defective system on the electronics of the car. It concerns the recall with k17 reprogram hvac control head and inspec/replace actuators. This problem has been going on with this vehicle since new, here is 4 years later 2 repairs by dealer one replacement by owner and the problem still going on. The famous motor actuators for the vent opening and closing. Also the change of temperature while the ac is on it has its own mind to go to heat not allowing the full cool effects of the system. I have had this problem since I purchased the truck if this time get fix it will be at their own expense if not I down to my last nerve. Would have to seek legal advise. I have posted in carcomplains. Com a lengthy explanation for those who wish to read the whole story. Here it is Dec 5, 13 an it started in may 7, 10. An still not fix.

A year and a few months after purchasing a new Dodge Ram 1500 pick-up truck, one day its dash began emitting a loud repetitive popping sound and the heater / a/c would no longer function in a defrost / defog mode. As I live in a high-humidity gulf coast area, this is a driving safety issue. My local Dodge service department investigated and found that this continuing problem was due to broken plastic "blend door". The Dodge service department was unable to fix the problem because according to them, the required part is unavailable due to a "nationwide shortage". At least 8 weeks have gone by with this same excuse -- I suspect this a delaying tactic waiting for the warranty to expire.