Headlight Switch Problems of Dodge Ram 3500

Tl- the contact owns a 1997 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving various speeds the headlights failed. No warning lights illuminated. Callaway Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram 809 s westminster Ave, fulton, mo 65251 (855) 486-1440 diagnosed and repaired the melted headlight switch. The failure recurred. The vehicle had not been repaired for a second time. The manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 259,363. Nd.

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There is no relay to headlight switch causing pigtail to melt multiple times. Could cause fire while driving. . . . Pigtail melts and headlights shut off during drive.

Was driving and headlights unexpectedly went out. Turned switch off and back on and lights would come back on each time, but would immediately go back off. Did so three consecutive times. Turned on emergency flashers to get home. They went off a total of 6 times in a 3 mile trip. I found a recall on light duty only, but nothing on my truck. They need to be included in the recall. This is very hazardous , almost wrecked the truck because this happened at 1130 at night when I went to pick up my son from a football game. I was on very dangerous switch-back curves when they went out the three consecutive times.

Discovered that there was a recall on the malfunction switch. I carried my vehicle to the Dodge dealership. I was refused to have the switch replaced because I was told I was 700 miles over the warranty. I tried to explain that this was a recall to no avail. My switch is doing exactly as described, at intermittent times the switch will display the opposite direction chosen. Turn right blinker on and left comes on, etc. Also sometimes the switch will not turn headlights from dim to bright or bright to dim. This is a major safety concern as it gives the wrong intention on turns and also blinding oncoming traffic. These issues could possibly cause a crash.

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The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that the headlights and running lights failed to activate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the wiring melted to the connector and the internal switch was melted. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

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This incident involved failure of the headlight switch as described in safety recall #819 for 1995-1997 model vehicles, resulting in smoke and melting of connector and wires. Inaction by Dodge and a copy of the complaint follows: thank you for contacting the ram customer assistance center in regards to your 1998 Ram 3500. Your concerns, particularly in view of the expense and inconvenience involved in this issue, are understandable. However, your request for consideration in this matter must be declined, because the vehicle in question has exceeded the time or mileage limitations of the manufacturer's warranty at the time the expense was incurred. Although a more favorable reply could not be provided, sharing your concern with us is appreciated. Thanks again for your email. . Read more...

The driver owns a 1997 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 mph with the running lights on, the instrument panel lighting shut off. The interior light switch also began to smoke. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have the failure diagnosed. The contact replaced the headlight switch. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 99v024000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The failure mileage was unknown.

Low beam headlight failure---checked on line found recall # 819---went to Chrysler dealer---was advised that the recall had been done on that VIN# and Chrysler had no obligation---I pulled the headlight switch and found that it was damaged, the connector melted and no relay pack specified in the recall fix-----it was appears the recall was pencil whipped and the repair was never made------how do you insure that recalls are really done and how many more like mine are out there????????.

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The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Ram 3500. The headlights flickered on and off and the contact noticed a burning smell. The light switch also overheated. The vehicle was previously serviced at 63,557 miles for NHTSA campaign id number 99v024000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The manufacturer would not service the vehicle again under the recall. The current and failure mileages were 201,135.

Head lights go out wires get hot. There was a recall for the headlight switch on my model truck ( 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 ) but I was told my truck was not included in this recall.

The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Ram 3500. Over the past five years, the contact has replaced the headlight switch seven times. The switch currently needs to be replaced for the eighth time. His VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 99v024000 (exterior lighting: headlights: switch). The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 280,000 and failure mileage was 75,000.

Strong smell in cab seemingly only at night. Got pulled over for no tail or running lights behind the cab. They were working earlier. Headlight switch was melting causing nasty smell which resulted in a bad headache.

: the contact stated while driving 60 mph for 30 minutes on the highway, heat and a burning smell was noticed coming from the instrument panel. On inspection, the problem was identified as the exterior headlight switch. The switch was hot to the touch and a burned rubber smell was noticeable. The service dealer was notified, and recommended to take the vehicle in for repair as there was a recall for the exterior light; headlight switch (99v024000). When the vehicle was taken to the service dealer, it was discovered the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The manufacturer was notified.

All lights but head lights would not work seams head light switch over heated and melted. 2-06 replaced switch self. 10-06 running lights quit working after long trip at night with lights on. Examined switch and running light circuit was melted again the melted plastic gets in the terminal connections and became an insulator causing failure. Removed terminal and directly soldered the wire to the switch. Now 1-07 the running lights don't work unless switch is pulled to headlight position. After the first time 2-06 I have noticed that the area around the switch gets very hot when the lights are on. It is a good feeling to wonder if your lights are going to work or not and if they will stay working. I believe Dodge has recalled all 3500's from 94 to 96 for this problem and that the 97 to 981/2 are the same switch and are starting to have the same problems.

- the contact stated that the headlight switch has burned out twice within the last year. The dealer has told the contact that there was a recall on the headlight switch, but the vehicle was not involved in the recall due to the VIN. The dealer told the contact that the reason he has to replace the headlight switch was because he towed a trailer. The contact stated weather and road conditions were not a factor in the failure. The contact replaced the headlight switch himself. The wiring was melted to the switch.

Headlight switch overheat/fire no headlights, driving lights. Failure without warning replaced wiring and headlight switch with factory new parts. No recall available for my model, previous years had recall for headlight switch burnout.

When the headlights are switched from low beam to the high beam position, headlights fail to function upon switching back to low. This results in vehicle having no headlights, and causing poor visibility. As a result, consumer ran off the road. This is caused by a failure in the multi-purpose switch.

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Driving down intrastate highway in 5th gear, complete loss of power (as if shifting into neutral). Vehicle taken to transmission shop. . . Nut holding 5th gear backed off--disengaging 5th gear. This is a well know problem with Dodge diesels. Dodge introduced a retrofit kit to hopefully resolve problem. If the problem requires a retrofit, why not recall the transmissions and fix the problem. A nut backing out cost me $1400 plus 2 weeks of no vehicle. . . An phelps.

The contact owns a 1997 Dodge 3500. The contact stated that the exterior lighting failed while driving on two occasions. The contact has not taken the vehicle to be inspected. The speed was unknown. The current mileage was 67,592 and failure mileage was 53,000. Updated 12/12/2007 the consumer stated headlight switch and plug melted causing all lights except headlights to fail. The consumer stated replaced switch and plug but can't find park relay. Updated 12/12/07.

Vehicle's headlamp switch melted while driving, resulted in the headlights becoming inoperative. Turn signals, running lights left brake light were inoperative. All lights worked except running lights when trailer hooked up. Dealer found corroded socket and headlamp switch wiring burnt. Replaced socket and replaced headlamp switch and replaced burnt wiring. There was a recall however vehicle was not included.

The headlight switch failed.

Headlight switch failure while driving down highway at 65 mph. Forced to drive down highway w/o lights, putting myself and my family at risk. Cause: headlight swich failure, told at dealer this is a common failure. Burnt harness wire block. Replaced switch, and was told the only part available for the burn wire block--to replace the entire wire harness. Cost over $1000 plus labor.

Tail lights failed without warning. The dealer replaced the headlight switch and rewired the connector. Recall# 99v024000 which pertained to 3500 series built through October 21, 1996. The consumers vehicle was built 3 days later and displayed the same problem. A repair kit was installed.

Consumer brought vehicle in for recall #819 repair, dealer replaced headlight switch, installed overlay harness and replaced 4 burnt wires in connector, however, after recall repairs were performed consumer had no tail lights, consumer was told by another mechanic that head light switch had not been replaced as required by recall.

A wire in dashboard lights overheated and melted light switch. Smoke came into the cab. Dealer has been contacted. There is a recall campaign 99v02400 to replace headlight switch/relay.

Headlamp switch burned out, causing connector to burn, which could result in a fire hazard. The dealer was aware of the problem. There was a recall regarding headlamp switch, but consumer's vehicle was not included in the recall. This vehicle is also equipped with trailor towing package. Recall 99v024000.

Headlights keep going out because a wire is melting the switch. Consumer states headlight doesn't have a relay. There is a recall for 1997. *akconsumer was advised by the service manager that some of the early 1998 model didn't have the relay protection on the light switch. There has been a recall on the 1997 models, the problem was corrected on the 1998's. They refuse to correct the relay switch on consumers vehicle even though the vehicle does not have the corrected switch. Consumer has paid for three new siwtches plus pigtails. The last time the switch burned out it caused a dead short in the wiring.

Parts were not available for recall 99v024000 repairs for headlights.

When driving with headlights on, there is a burning smell present. After turning the switch off and then turning it back on, headlights do not function. Dealer has seen vehicle.

Recall # 99v024000 Chrysler/headlamp swtich: while the truck was parked it caught on fire under the hood and dash area. Owner received recall notice about seven days before the fire. Owner contacted several dealerships. None of the dealerships had parts available to correct recall.

Headlight switch on had gotten hot, and after being parked, the switch caught on fire. Vehicle was totaled. No one has seen vehicle.