Dodge Ram 5500 owners have reported 7 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's starter (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Starter problems |
Contacted by Chrysler on or about 12/1/2014, concerning recall, p65. This recall effects the diesel fuel heater assembly, which as notified by Chrysler could cause a engine compartment fire. As of an inquiry on 2/18/2015, they still have no estimated time frame for making parts and repairs Read details...
On Dec. 21, 2013 was driving 2012 Dodge 5500 4 x 4 in newbury ohio and truck low fuel gauge came on. The lights started flashing and wipers turned on and truck shut down and therefore wires and tipm started melting and smoking and burned all the wires going into the cab and cluster. Read details...