1998 Dodge Ram 2500 electrical system problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Hazzard: intermittent head lamp operation (low and/or high beam cut-off) cause: unknown. Safety issue: keeping the headlamps on while driving (dodge ram 1998.5 2500 4x4 quad cab slt; 5.9l 24v cummins diesel; 47re; stock (no fog lights); 170,000 miles). Problem: headlamps (low and/or high beam), and…”
filed Feb 11, 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge ram 2500. While driving at any speed, the air bag light remained illuminated and the horn sounded without being promoted. In addition, the contact heard a noise under the vehicle. The contact noticed that the metal parts that held the wheels were corroded and…”
filed Mar 25, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020This SKU is a Clock Spring. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the internal spring. If the internal spring is not seated, the electrical circuit for the horn is disconnected and…
DOR-X6W2U-06 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 23, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Ram 2500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ram 2500 | 51 | 18% |
| 2011 Ram 2500 | 23 | 8% |
| 2010 Ram 2500 | 22 | 9% |
| 2009 Ram 2500 | 10 | 5% |
| 2008 Ram 2500 | 16 | 5% |
| 2007 Ram 2500 | 24 | 7% |
| 2006 Ram 2500 | 131 | 20% |
| 2005 Ram 2500 | 34 | 8% |
| 2004 Ram 2500 | 46 | 8% |
| 2003 Ram 2500 | 26 | 4% |
| 2002 Ram 2500 | 4 | 3% |
| 2001 Ram 2500 | 19 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Dodge Ram 2500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.