2012 RAM 2500 Electrical System Problems
- 40
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 40 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 6 indicate fire
What owners report
- ignition switch · 6 records
- needed replaced · 4 records
- replaced repaired · 4 records
- failure mileage · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 2500. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed to function properly. Also, the vehicle stalled when driving over uneven land without warning. The contact had to maneuver the key in the ignition and parked the vehicle at home. The dealer advised the contact to schedule an appointment. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
ODI 10945704
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
When operating the vehicle it will unexpectedly turn off, wheels lock up, steering locks up, engine stops completely no matter what i am doing. As of late this has been happening more frequently. After research was done, it's the ignition switch problem that will cause death or serious injury. This truck has done this on the interstate, hwy, and city streets while driving at various times. This is our only vehicle…
ODI 10927050
Electrical System
Aircon/heat control head not working. A/c and heat blower cuts out. Been to dealer 3 times for fix starting in june. Dealer says part not available until september. Very dangerous if someone is in car with a/c on and it cuts out on a hot day. Contacted dodge directly and not helpful. Apparently hundreds of backorder for this part. Happens when vehicle moving, stationary, etc.
ODI 10894932
Electrical System
Vehicle was parked in driveway for 6.5hrs. Was unoccupied and not running. Key was not in vehicle. No accessories were plugged in. Flames suddenly erupted from under hood driver's area. Vehicle caught fire and is a total loss. I heard the horn sound prior to noticing the smoke and several times in the fire.
Fire reported
ODI 10810455
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes
When i tried to switch my headlights from dim to bright, they wouldn't stay in bright. After several attempts the brights would not come on. When i signalled to turn left, the left headlight went out. When i signalled right, the right headlight went out. When i stopped and set the parking brake, both headlights went out. Seems like my truck has a ghost onboard!
ODI 10749303
Electrical System · Fuel System, Diesel
I have received a notice of recall 2 times since december 1,2014 for diesel fuel heater electrical connector and have been to the dodge dealer several times to get this taken care of. The dealer states that they do not have the parts. This has been over 8 months now and i am now experiencing electrical problems with this vehicle as well as what appears to be a sticking throttle as i drive. This is a serious…
ODI 10743840
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Have connected dealer twice, have contacted chrysler group recall center but vehicle is not fixed. Dealer tells me they don't have the part to fix. Chrysler did not respond after connect notice. *tr
ODI 10672665
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while pulling a trailer, the vehicle started losing engine power. The contact merged to the shoulder of the road and there were flames coming from the hood of the vehicle. The contact did not disclose who extinguished the fire. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact received nhtsa campaign…
Fire reported
ODI 10679959
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 2500. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number:14v635000 (engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The vin was not available.
ODI 10701686
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Recall p65, received notice in oct. 2014, contacted dodge day letter was received. Asked if vehicle was safe to drive at which time they stated "we can not tell you if your vehicle is safe or not", asked to schedule service and informed no parts at this time...fast forward 5 months..on the dodge website it clearly states my vehicle must be inspected for fuel leak on this recall...so i call dodge and once again i'm…
ODI 10692279
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 2500. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle would not start after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition node needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,000. The vin was not available.
ODI 10808015
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
I was given notice of recall on december 9th 2014.received another notice this month on the fuel heater. I have been to the dealer several times and they do not have the part.it has been over 6 months since the first recall notice then they send another one and still do not have the parts.what good is a recall of a dangerous situation with the vehicle and the manufacture does not supply the parts! I have also had a…
ODI 10717828
Electrical System
My truck would not crank over when i went to drive it. Dodge dealership has had it over a week and thought it was the tipm module. The got one 4 days later and now it wont allow programming so it is still not fixed and i am left without a truck while they learn how to fix it at my expense. So far i have been quoted $920 for the part and $260 for the labor. The service manager said he would take the master mechanic…
ODI 10599060
Electrical System
I purchased a 2012 ram truck from melloy dodge with 14,000 miles on it. I haven't even had it a year and it was a top of the line truck. So, it is still under factory warranty plus they sold me an extended platinum warranty. A couple weeks ago, i went to get in my truck in the morning and it was completely dead and would not start. I immediately called the dealership and they towed the truck to the dealership. The…
ODI 10587155
Electrical System · Seats
On monday 9-2-2013 i dropped of my truck and took my car for a ride. When i returned to get my truck for work i realized that the center dash had caught on fire.the truck was full of smoke so i disconnected the battery and called my insurance company. On 9-3-2013 i contacted chrysler corporation to report the incident but i am not getting any call backs from them so know im letting the insurance company handle it.i…
Fire reported
ODI 10543352