Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problems of the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500

Two problems related to windshield wiper/washer switch have been reported for the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem

Failure Date: 09/06/2011

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact was driving 65 mph when the windshield wiper failed. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who replaced the windshield wiper motor and the multi-function switch, but the failure was not corrected. The windshield wiper was not operable. The manufacturer denied assistance with the repairs. The failure mileage was 182,000 and the current mileage was 184,000.

2 Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2010

When using the turn indicator, either the opposite indicator comes on, or neither work. Also, the windshield wipers don't work properly. They seem to operate randomly (e. G. , work at high speed with the switch in the off position, or don't work at all with the switch in any position). It appears to me that the multi-function switch is defective. This problem nearly caused an accident while I was driving at highway speeds (60 mph)during a rainstorm and the wipers wouldn't operate. I had to drive to the side of the highway and shut off the ignition switch to resolve the problem. A less experienced driver may have had more severe consequences.


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