2021 RAM 1500 Exterior Lighting Problems

11 NHTSA complaints on file

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Exterior Lighting Issues in the 2021 RAM 1500

11 exterior lighting complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 RAM 1500. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.

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Crashes
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Fires
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Injuries
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Deaths

All Exterior Lighting Complaints

#11711461 |
Alt/Gen failure stopped the truck in the middle of an intersection No transmission power steering lights. Had to walk back home to charge the battery in a driving rain storm leaving the truck in the intersection.
#11678189 |
When the turn signal bar is in the neutral position, the right turn signal stays on. When the turn signal bar is in the left position, the right turn signal turns off, but the left turn signal stays off. This makes it impossible to signal left, and often causes the right turn signal to come on, which can be misleading to other drivers.
#11677228 |
Went to start the vehicle with the key fob and the vehicle would not start. Had it towed to ram dealership and was told that the RF hub module needed to be replaced due to being damaged from water at leaked in from the rear window. Upon researching online forums, this seems to be an ongoing problem for this making model because of where the module is located. If there is not already in the works, there should be because this will continue to happen, especially where it rains a lot.
#11663701 |
After a simple battery replacement, the entire infotainment system and computer for the vehicle crashed. Safety systems and other safety systems for the vehicle connected to the main computer can no longer be controlled, including parking sensors and other equipment and the battery continues to go dead. Many other owners are having the same issue.
#11654707 |
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated there was rainwater leaking into the rear passenger’s side cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who replaced the third brake light and applied sealant; however, the leak persisted. The contact was informed by the dealer that the leak failure may be caused by a faulty frame or window. No further information was available. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a ticking sound coming from the engine, and while at the dealer the contact was informed that the exhaust manifold was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact was informed by an independent mechanic that the bolts inside the exhaust manifold were inadequate and were prone to failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 59,700. The VIN was...
#11643087 |
LEFT HAND TURN SINGLE WILL NOT CANCEL/TURN OFF. I SEE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS BUT MY TRUCK WAS/IN NOT PART OF IT
#11567978 |
The software shut down all of the systems control. Nothing can be controlled. It locks the doors windows side boards panaramic sunroof speed denominator turns the heat on can’t turn it off.tailgate opens all of this happens around 15 minutes after it has been turned on. I complained about it several times before took it in they replaced the radio. It’s currently at the dealership to do a dainostic evaluation
#11558851 |
Turn signal does not turn off after making a turn. It is on the left turn signal. You can make a turn but the light still stays on. After a while you get the notification on the dash that your turn signals on
#11513307 |
The fog lights on the vehicle stop working while I was driving at night in a not well lit area. After they stop working I went to get an oil change and was told I was unable to get an oil change and the water pump was leaking. The tech stated it was unsafe and dangerous.
#11446345 |
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the car wash, he noticed that the headliner had turned blue. The contact stated that the inside of the rear end of the vehicle was corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that water was leaking through the rear taillight on top of the cab into the headliner and rear end of the vehicle. The dealer installed silicon in the gap between the rear subframe and the rear taillight; however, the failure had been recurring. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately was 3,000.
#11375264 |
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACKUP CAMERA ONLY SHOWED A RED BLUR WHILE IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS ONLY EXPERIENCED AT NIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE LED LIGHT IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS TOO DIM TO ASSIST WITH PROVIDING A CLEAR VISUAL OF THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE CAMERA FOR REARVIEW PURPOSES. BREEDEN DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (5900 HIGHWAY 71 S, FORT SMITH, AR 72908; (479) 646-4731) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED ADDITIONAL LED LIGHTS TO FIX THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE BY THE MANAGER AT THE DEALER. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE 26,000.*LN*JB

Other 2021 RAM 1500 Problem Areas

Engine 257 complaints Electrical System 172 complaints Unknown Or Other 90 complaints Power Train 87 complaints Fuelpropulsion System 63 complaints Service Brakes 50 complaints Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking 44 complaints Steering 41 complaints Vehicle Speed Control 28 complaints Structurebody 26 complaints Fuel System Gasoline 24 complaints Air Bags 22 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulic 18 complaints Electronic Stability Control Esc 16 complaints Visibilitywiper 15 complaints Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings 8 complaints Suspension 7 complaints Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection 6 complaints Back Over Prevention Camera System 5 complaints Back Over Prevention Rearview System Braking 4 complaints Back Over Prevention Warnings 3 complaints Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator 3 complaints Seat Belts 3 complaints Wheels 3 complaints Back Over Prevention 2 complaints Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control 2 complaints Parking Brake 2 complaints Structure 2 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher 2 complaints Electrical Systemadashill Descent Assistsoftware 1 complaint Electrical Systemignition 1 complaint Engine And Engine Cooling 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe 1 complaint Equipment 1 complaint Exterior Lightingbrake Lights 1 complaint Fuel System Diesel 1 complaint Fuel System Dieseldeliveryfuel Pump 1 complaint Hybrid Propulsion System 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkages 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmission 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm 1 complaint Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft 1 complaint Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive 1 complaint Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid 1 complaint Structurebodyhood 1 complaint Structurebodyroof And Pillars 1 complaint Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing 1 complaint Tiressidewall 1 complaint Trailer Hitchesfifth Wheel Assembly 1 complaint Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System 1 complaint
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