Three problems related to ignition switch have been reported for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The truck shuts down while in motion driving, no codes come up,you still have radio playing and air, its like you turned it off ,it does start back, this happens random, I was lucky an accident hasn't occurred yet, I believe it's the ignition switch,I also noticed that if you touch the key it will shut off but still be in the operation mode.
The vehicle has shut off numerous times while driving due to a faulty ignition switch.
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. While driving 35 mph and making a turn, there was a delayed response when the accelerator pedal was engaged. The traction control warning light illuminated continuously during the failure. On numerous occasions, the key became stuck in the ignition switch until after repeated attempts. In addition, the gear shifter moved out of gear when slightly touched when driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the clock spring would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.