Table 1 shows four common visibility related problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500. The number one most common problem is related to the exterior rearview mirror (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the rearview mirror (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Exterior Rearview Mirror problems | |
| Rearview Mirror problems | |
| Defogger Heater problems | |
| Wiper problems |
Mirror is inherently defective and blows around in the wind when it fails. Employees at Dodge dealership acknowledged this is a common problem requiring total replacement of mirror at cost of $250. 00 plus labor to install. Mirror is subject to fail at any time and for no particular reason. Read details...
Mirror "foldaway" detent failed and mirror folded back and wouldn't stay in proper position. This occurred while towing a travel trailer. This has occured with three different mirrors. The problem exisits with all 1996 and 1997 ram pickups, with power mirrors. Read details...
Due to a defective heater, the wiring of the electrical control module shorted and burned out the alternator, battery, solenoid, temperature relay and computer module, which resulted in smoke and loss of vehicle power. Read details...