Ignition Switch problems of the 2003 Dodge Ram 3500

One problem related to ignition switch has been reported for the 2003 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 06/20/2006

: the contact stated there was a burning smell coming from the steering column. The wiring harness to the steering column ignition switch shorted out. Although the dealer was alerted no inspections have been made. The manufacturer has not been alerted. Updated 7/13/2006 - the steering column ignition switch (part # 56045112) burned between wire terminal 1 and 8. The ignition switch connector (part # 5183441aa) was also burned between terminal 1 and 8 in circuit c1.


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