Dash Wiring problems of the 1996 Dodge Ram 3500

Four problems related to dash wiring have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Dash Wiring problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2002

Consumer pulled over to shoulder 0ff road and left vehicle running to assist another motorist. When he returned to vehicle, there was smoke inside coming from underneath dashboard. Vehicle was towed to dealership. Mechanic told him that headlight switch needed to be replaced.

2 Dash Wiring problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2000

Truck burned aproximately 45 minutes after shutting down in my driveway. Chrysler is sending me recall notices that are anywhere from 1 1/2 yrs old to 6 weeks before the fire, and they are coming in the mail now, almost 4 months after the fire. Chrysler will not admit responsibility for the fire, even while sending me recalls this late after the fire.

3 Dash Wiring problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2000

Truck burned aprox. 45 minutes after shutting down in my driveway.

4 Dash Wiring problem

Wiring harness shorted out and melted wiring. Mjs.


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