Headlight complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram. The contact was driving 40 MPH when the front passenger side headlight failed. The contact then pulled over to check the headlights but only the high beams were operable. The vehicle was not diagnosed for the failure. The bulb was replaced but the headlights were still inoperable.the dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 128,000 and the current mileage was 128,100.
Tl contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram. The contact stated when using the right turn signal, the left one would illuminate and when using the left turn signal the right one would illuminate. Occasionally, the lights completely failed to function. The vehicle was not inspected. The failure mileage was 93,000 and the current mileage was 94,000.
Driver's side headlight fails to work. I replaced the bulbs (both left & right side). One week later driver's side headlight failed again. On sept. 26, 2003 vehicle was brought to tom manzi Dodge (lawrence, ma), technician said connector was not pushed all the way in. After vehicle was serviced the problem continued to occur. I discovered if the headlights were turned off then back on both headlights would work. I reported my findings to tom manzi Dodge and scheduled service for nov. 12, 2003. Their findings were inconclusive. I was then instructed to bring the vehicle in as the problem was evident. I informed the tech this May be a problem due to their hours of operation. On nov. 22, 2003 vehicle was scheduled for an oil change at giant Dodge (salisbury, ma), where the vehicle was purchased. On the was to the dealership the problem was evident. …
Went to turn on my left directional and had a loss of directionals, windshield wipers, windshield washer and four way flasher. Checked problem thoroughly and found it to be a faulty multifunction switch installed behind steering wheel.
Currently own a 2002 Dodge Ram quad cab. I have had numerous problems with my truck. I myself have also experienced the same problems with the transmission jerking as well as the vehicle completely shutting off when idling (and not even at long periods of time). At times when putting into reverse, the vehicle will not move at all and I have to completely shut off the truck and restart it to get it to move. I haven't had it reported at the dealer yet because they will be unable to duplicate. Just noticed a problem with my rear taillights. At different times, different bulbs would seem to go out causing the "lamp out" indicator lamp to illuminate. When I went to change the bulb myself (cause bulbs are not warranty), I found that the sockets were causing the bulb housing to melt inside the sockets as well as on the bulbs. …
All the sudden all rear lights went off took to garage they couldn't tell what was wrong after paying to find out nothing and they having truck for 2 days and dead battery from trying a bunch of [redacted], I brought it home and started to try for myself it was the fuse box of all things I have never in my life heard of having to replace fuse box about 500.00 , and dash is cracked all over the place priced to replace cost about 700.00 I will wait to see if they are going to replace it already had to get defroster vent fixed from stuff falling in there ,I have seen a lot of owners complain about these things going wrong but I thought one more my make a difference . …
I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 ext cab that I bought new from the dealership. At 42,000mi the dash had a crack in the center. I took it back to the dealership but they said it was out of warranty and to use something with uv protection. At 101,000mi the front speakers went out. Now my dash is missing big pieces. I was driving down the road last month and hit a bump in the road. A piece of dash flew up and hit my wife in the forehead. She will no longer let the grandchildren ride in my truck. She is afraid the air bag will go off or a piece of dash will hit them in the eye. Now the front lights have blinked on and off 2 or 3 times on separate occasion. I've called Dodge and they sent me to a service center. They agreed to replace the dash, instrument cover and glove box all which have cracked. But now I have to pay 580.00$. …
When switching from high beams to low beams I lost my headlights - and this is apparently a very big problem with these vehicles. This is a huge safety problem. I have to quickly switch back and forth many many times to regain my lights. As I understand this is the multi-function switch in the steering column...this is a 2001 Dodge 2500 4x4, quad cab, diesel pickup. I belong to a website for these trucks and it is a common complaint!
Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Ram years have headlight problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 1995 (24), 1996 (18), 1998 (17), 1997 (12) and 1999 (10) model years. Headlight complaints make up 4% of all complaints for the 1995.
Is there a recall for Dodge Ram headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights recall for any Dodge Ram model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Dodge Ram headlight problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 84,000 miles; 38% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the headlights › switch (37 mentions), followed by the headlights (24).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.