Dodge Ram 3500 2012
Model Ram 3500 made in 2012 by Dodge got 26 consumer complains as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to brakes and electrical system. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling.
Model 2012
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| CSN-M-19 | 05/01/2012 | 10044849 | Dodge: see document search button for owner letter. during truck assembly, the batteries may have been damaged and developed a crack that may leak electrolyte and /or shorten battery life. *pe | 08/01/2012 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 18-013-12 | 03/17/2012 | 10044184 | Chrsyler: flash: diagnostic and system improvements. this bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the engine control module (ecm) with the new software. *js | 05/17/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRAKES | |||
| 02/14/2012 | 400000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 3500. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph and attempting a turn, the brakes seized without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that they needed to replace the brake control module. the vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. the manufacturer was contacted and provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 400,000 and the current mileage was 600,000. | |||
| 02/14/2012 | 400000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 3500. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph and attempting a turn, the brakes seized without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that they needed to replace the brake control module. the vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. the manufacturer was contacted and provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 400,000 and the current mileage was 600,000. kmj | |||
| 02/14/2012 | 400000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2012 dodge 350. the contact stated while driving 35 mph he was making a turn and the brakes locked up. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. they stated that they needed to replace the brake control. the vehicle was repaired but the failure stilled continued. the manufacture was contacted and they stated that they have not hear about the issue. the failure mileage was 400,000 and the current mileage was 600,000.jp | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 07/02/2012 | 4 | ||
| 2012 dodge ram 3500 laramie. consumer states problem with the brake controller *tgw the consumer stated a dealer helped him install a universal brake controller, but it does not work right. the consumer stated he was able to use it, with the hand control, but not the foot control. the brakes would become very hot from trying to stop the equipment trailer without the brake controller working properly. the consumer stated when the brakes overheated, it damaged other components. also, the headlights would go out at random times while driving at night. there was an electrical burning smell emitting from the vehicle. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL | |||
| 07/02/2012 | 4 | ||
| 2012 dodge ram 3500 laramie. consumer states problem with the brake controller *tgw the consumer stated a dealer helped him install a universal brake controller, but it does not work right. the consumer stated he was able to use it, with the hand control, but not the foot control. the brakes would become very hot from trying to stop the equipment trailer without the brake controller working properly. the consumer stated when the brakes overheated, it damaged other components. also, the headlights would go out at random times while driving at night. there was an electrical burning smell emitting from the vehicle. *jb | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||
| 07/02/2012 | 4 | ||
| 2012 dodge ram 3500 laramie. consumer states problem with the brake controller *tgw the consumer stated a dealer helped him install a universal brake controller, but it does not work right. the consumer stated he was able to use it, with the hand control, but not the foot control. the brakes would become very hot from trying to stop the equipment trailer without the brake controller working properly. the consumer stated when the brakes overheated, it damaged other components. also, the headlights would go out at random times while driving at night. there was an electrical burning smell emitting from the vehicle. *jb | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 11/29/2012 | 100 | 1 | |
| The truck wanders all over the road. going back and forth with the steering. this happens when driving down all type of roads and speed. *tr ## vin passed ## dodge ram 5500 2012 ## | |||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 05/23/2012 | |||
| The chrome trim in the center console of the 2012 dodge ram 3500 laramie longhorn edition catches the sunlight and causes glare into the driver's eyes. this needs to be looked at. a wreck almost happened. it is blinding. | |||
| WHEELS - RIM | |||
| 05/23/2012 | 1 | ||
| The chrome trim in the center console of the 2012 dodge ram 3500 laramie longhorn edition catches the sunlight and causes glare into the driver's eyes. this needs to be looked at. a wreck almost happened. it is blinding. *tr | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OR | THE DALLES | 97058 | CH URNESS MOTORS | 541-296-2284 |