Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 2001 Dodge Ram 3500. The number one most common problem is related to the wiring (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuses and circuit breaker (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wiring problems | |
| Fuses And Circuit Breaker problems | |
| Electrical System problems | |
| Dash Wiring problems | |
| Underhood Wiring problems |
The dash on this truck has cracked and fallen in, exposing the wiring inside the dash to the sun. The wiring insulation is not rated for exposure to direct sunlight (uv exposure) and is decomposing, putting the truck at risk of a fire initiating inside the cab at highway speeds, due to exposed Read details...
The consumer feels that the 40 amp fuse in the travel trailer powers too may pins in the seven wire trailer receptacle. When this fuse blows the following functions are lost: 1) trailer marker and tail lights 2) 12 volt 3) electric brake. Read details...
2001 Dodge Ram 3500 cummings engine (auto trans) on steering/brake hydraulic assist system the consumer stated on 5 occasions when he went to start the vehicle, he discovered a complete loss of hydraulic power, but the engine continued to run. The loss disable both the steering and braking. Read details...