Instrument Panel Problems of Dodge Ram 2500

Dodge Ram 2500 owners have reported 14 problems related to instrument panel (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Instrument Panel problem of the 2009 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 02/14/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving approximately 60 mph at night, the instrument panel lighting went out. The instrument panel was changed three other times by bryant motors (2901 s limit Ave, sedalia, mo 65301), but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired for the recent failure. The approximate failure mileage was 49,000.

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2 Instrument Panel problem of the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 10/13/2009

The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact noticed small cracks in the instrument control panel cluster. The cracks manifested into large, triangular, sharp, plastic chunks that are falling inward into the vehicle and also flying through the window when he was driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated there are no recalls or warranty on the vehicle and he would have to pay for the repairs. He notified the manufacturer who stated they had calls in regards to the failure, but they did not provide any assistance. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage 100,000.

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3 Instrument Panel problem of the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 07/08/2009

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated the instrument panel exhibited a fracture that interfered with the gauges. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was contacted and a claim was filed but no further assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 147,000.

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4 Instrument Panel problem of the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 03/04/2009

The turn signals are indicating the opposite of what I'm selecting. If I select a left turn the instrument panel shows a right turn, when exiting the vehicle the same is indicated on the front and rear signal indicators. If I select a right turn I don't have any indicator on the instrument panel or on the exterior lights.

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5 Instrument Panel problem of the 1999 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 12/14/2008

The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving approximately 30 mph in rainy weather conditions, the vehicle began to slide and the front wheels locked when the brake pedal was depressed. The failure occurred without warning; however, the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. Numerous gauges would not work while the vehicle was in operation. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated that the vehicle was operating properly. On a separate occasion, the vehicle was taken to another authorized dealer for a second opinion. The technician stated that the braking issue was a manufacturer defect, but there was no resolution. The VIN was not accepted by the system. The failure mileage was 79,000 and current mileage was 81,000. Updated 05/05/09.

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6 Instrument Panel problem of the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 06/11/2008

The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. He stated that the dashboard and the instrument panel was cracking. He noticed approximately one year ago that there were smaller cracks which have increased over time. The dealer quoted an estimate repair cost of $570. 00 to repair the vehicle. They also took photos of the damage. Chrysler's customer service division was notified and stated that they are researching the failure and that they will contact him regarding it. The contact is concerned about the safety hazard since an injury could occur. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 170,000 and current mileage was 196,000.

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7 Instrument Panel problem of the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 04/12/2008

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge sprinter. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 75 mph her vehicle lost power and she was not able to drive over 60 mph the same failures listed in recall #07v594000 . Prior to this failure no warning signals were illuminated on the instrumental panel. At 11700 miles the right wheel baring and the drive shaft was replaced. At 38,000 miles the front left shaft and center baring was replaced. During repair the instrument panel was converted from miles to kilometers, when converted back the odometer read 12,000 miles less than what it had before. A short time after the egr valve blew along with a 450 amp fuse. All repairs have been at an authorized dealerships and they have been covered under the extended warranty at the owner's expense. The failure mileage was 17700 and the current mileage was 31,000. (SC) updated 6/16/08.

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8 Instrument Panel problem of the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 02/11/2008

One day in the summer of 2007, I noticed a small crack in the dashboard of my 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. Later, many cracks appeared and portions of the dashboard have actually fallen through into the electrical components and gauges. This has caused a few instances of the lights and gauges to malfunction at times.

9 Instrument Panel problem of the 2004 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 09/13/2006

I am owner of a 2004 Dodge durango. VIN # 1d4hb48n04fxxxxxx. On Tuesday, September 12, 2006 my wife (lori m. Murphy) noticed that all interior lights would not go off once the vehicle was in gear. This problem persisted throughout that day and at 10:00 p. M. I tried to get the lights to turn off to no avail. The lights were still on this morning (9/13/06) when my wife took the vehicle to aurora Chrysler Plymouth in aurora ohio. On the way to the dealership she noticed an electrical burning smell. After arriving and waiting about 2 hours, she was told that a chip had burned out on the circuit board for the instrument panel. The service personnel indicated the part needed for repair would be $587. 00. I would like to refer to the NHTSA investigation # ea06015 to see if I have any recourse with daimlerchrysler for covering expenses for this repair.

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10 Instrument Panel problem of the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 08/15/2004

Instrument panel top shows severe cracks. Falling pieces have broken electrical connections in other cases.

11 Instrument Panel problem of the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 05/24/2004

The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that the entire instrument panel was falling apart. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed the failure was not covered under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000. The current mileage was approximately 68,000.

12 Instrument Panel problem of the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 03/24/2004

Oil pressure gauge jumping from with the unit in drive or on the road. Want to know if there has been any more complaints about this.

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13 Instrument Panel problem of the 2000 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 03/01/2004

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that the entire length of the vehicle's dashboard has cracked and some pieces have detached. The vehicle was sold by a Dodge dealer with the cracked dashboard. Therefore, the vehicle has not been taken in for a diagnosis. The current mileage is 101,000 and failure mileage was 80,000.

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14 Instrument Panel problem of the 1999 Dodge Ram 2500

Failure Date: 03/25/2003

The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500. Six years ago, the contact noticed small cracks in the instrument control panel cluster. In March of 2008, the cracks manifested into large, triangular, sharp, plastic chunks that are falling inward into the vehicle. He notified the manufacturer, but they did not provide any assistance. The vehicle has not been repaired. The purchase date, transmission type, powertrain, fuel system, and fuel type were unknown. The failure mileage was 33,000 and current mileage was 100,000.


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