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Ram 1500 Quad Visibility problems by year

30 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Ram 1500 Quad's visibility & wipers. Windshields, wipers, defrosters, mirrors, backup cameras and glare.

Visibility complaints by model year

YearVisibility complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
201318200
20125000
20117000

Latest 1500 Quad visibility complaints

2013 Ram 1500 QuadElectrical systemEngine & coolingVisibility & wipersCrash

I bought it in 2018 & 1 month later no radio, gps, backup any of the stereo system worked. The only thing that worked was volume. I took it in & they charged me $125 diagnosis & was gonna be over $600 for new system. I never got it fixed. In 2022 with only 122000 miles it had to go in the shop for an engine overhaul because of the problem with missing on 5th cylinder. I have never owned a Dodge Ram before & never will again. I have had nothing but problems with it. I made phone calls & wrote emails & the closest...

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I got to a recall is 2014 was the cutoff year & mine is 2013. I did back into a dumpster because the backup camera doesn't work in January of 2020. I had insurance with White's Insurance out of Purdy but I don't have the paperwork anymore.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11549400
2013 Ram 1500 QuadSteeringElectrical systemVisibility & wipers

All instruments and control of window wipers stopped responding to their switches. Wipers will not turn off, no horn, no working switches on steering wheel, communication to abs system, trailer brakes, data from abs not being received. Dash cluster flashes out for about 10 seconds while driving not knowing if the vehicle is still running while on the highway or freeway. Everything is pointing to the steering wheel clock spring. All replaced but still no controls or horn or ability to run vehicle safely on the roads. Will not pass inspection from this issue.

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11539647
2013 Ram 1500 QuadEngine & coolingVisibility & wipers

The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the defroster was engaged but failed to respond or perform as designed. The contact rolled down the windows due to the loss of visibility of the roadway. Additionally, the vehicle lost heating system functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact stated that he recalibrated the defroster actuator; however, the failure persisted, and the vehicle would only blow cold air. The...

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contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V177000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 206,500.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · VisibilityNHTSA 11499331
2012 Ram 1500 QuadVisibility & wipers

The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon opening the rear driver's side sliding door, the rear driver's side window shattered. The vehicle was taken to a glass repair facility where the 3-piece rear driver's side window glass was replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred while his wife was opening rear the driver's side door. The contact stated that some of the broken pieces was on her face. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Incident VisibilityNHTSA 11460537
2013 Ram 1500 QuadVisibility & wipers

The heat works on the passenger side but not the drivers side. This makes it impossible to see on cold days because the defrost will not work. It is in the shop now. They have changed actuators, blend doors, heater core and still can't find the issue. When checking the internet, I see that this is a common problem with Dodge, Ram, Chrysler vehicles.

Filed Incident Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11440050
2013 Ram 1500 QuadVisibility & wipers

The heater core was leaking. Driving on the expressway in the middle of winter the heater core started leaking and my windows instantly fogged over not allowing me to see out of the windshield or side windows. I had to pull over to the shoulder to clear my windows. After that I noticed that I had little to no heat in the truck and started to smell the antifreeze inside of the truck. Called dealer they quoted $1200-1500 for repair. I asked if they had issues with that happening and they stated that they would get 2-3 trucks every winter. I had the repair done by a independent shop which was cheaper. Also have a co work with same truck year and a week after mine went so did his.

Filed Incident Unknown or other · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11308870
2013 Ram 1500 QuadVisibility & wipers

Heat blows out of the passengers side vents and defroster but not the drivers side. This creates visibility problems as the wind shield fogs easily and frequently.

Filed Incident Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11277541
2013 Ram 1500 QuadVisibility & wipers

Defrost does not work, it is currently blowing cold air. This makes it extremely difficult to see on cold mornings. I've almost been hit twice pulling out of my road. I've taken it to 2 shops both gave me 2 different expensive answers but both say it's a common issue. I've looked online and it is in fact a common issue, and no one has a definite fix. So I can spend $1500 to 'maybe fix the issue, or spend $2300 and replace the whole system.

Filed Incident Unknown or other · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11265319
2013 Ram 1500 QuadVisibility & wipers

No heat on driver's side coming from any vents. Visibility affected in cold weather. First noticed around october 22, 2018 when heater was turned on while driving on highway. Continued when in town and stationary.

Filed Incident Unknown or other · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11164030
2011 Ram 1500 QuadElectrical systemLightsVisibility & wipers

When you start the truck, the asb light comes on. The wipers, a/c, headlights, radio, and power locks will not work. If you let the truck run for about 5 mins, you hear a 'ding' and everything starts working again and the asb light goes out. Took it to a local mechanic and was told they were not able to diagnosis the problem. The truck was in park. I was able to drive the vehical but this is an issue if it's raining outside or at night.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11151537
2011 Ram 1500 QuadElectrical systemFuel systemVisibility & wipers

My truck for about a year now has been having issues with the fuel system not working properly. Over time it has got a lot worse I went through and replaced the fuel pump with the original pump and still hasn't helped. Through research I was able to narrow it down to a tipm issue. Not only is it affecting my fuel system but also the windshield wipers will at random go up a few inches when unlocking the truck or opening the door. The fuel system issue is when I go to start it will just crank constantly and not start...

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to now I might get it started after a few attempts but then it just stalls after a second of running. It has also at time while driving just randomly stalled in the middle of the road creating a hazard of a accident. I see this seems to be a common issue within these trucks but nothing has been recalled for the issue. I have had to recently pull the fuse every time I park for a period of time to prevent the fuel pump from constantly running and killing my battery which happened just the other day. Back in august I had to purchase a new battery due to the other one dying on me I believe due to the fuel pump tipm issue.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Fuel / propulsion system · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11052629
2013 Ram 1500 QuadVisibility & wipers

Driving down the highway on a rainy day with wipers on, suddenly they freeze in the middle of the windshield and do not respond to on/off or the different levels, they sit stuck in the middle of the windshield. After roughly 10 minutes I turn them on to full speed and they work, but the homing position now has them sitting straight up and down (think of school bus), instead of laying down per usual. I have been unable to fix this issue and forums all around have complaints regarding this particular issue, some worse some not. The wipers freezing could have caused an accident had inclement weather been an issue or the rain was coming down harder decreasing visibility.

Filed Incident Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11044836
2013 Ram 1500 QuadElectrical systemLightsVisibility & wipers

Non of the gauges work in the steering column including gas rpm and speed. The wipers run non stop and can't be turned off. Blinkers don't which is dangerous to drive. We have had it into the mechanic and the could not find what was wrong. Huge bill no answers useless van. The gage says no bus. This happens all the time.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 10986090
2013 Ram 1500 QuadVisibility & wipersCrash

My multi-function display on my 2013 ram 1500 has gone blank. This is a critical safety device because I have lost the use of my backup camera which is invaluable on this large vehicle. I have already bumped into small objects while in reverse, which I would not of if my display was working. And by the grace of god, I have narrowly adverted a more serious accident. The display also shows other non-critical functions, such as the radio and navigation, but I am bring it to the attention of the ntsb because of the...

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so important back up camera that provides a very important safety feature, enhancing the drivers rearward visibility. I have checked the fuses and tried resetting the computer by disconnecting the battery, but this did not fix the problem. The dealer says that the display unit needs to be replaced at a ridiculous cost. The dealer said this is a common problem with the 2013 ram 1500. My personal research online confirms this throughout the message boards. Please see the following link: http://www.Tundraheadquarters.Com/blog/new-ram-1500-owners-report-radio-problems/ I am requesting the ntsb to look into this important safety problem before someone gets hurt or killed, and to order an immediate recall by ram to fix this critical safety problem and manufacturer defect. Thank you.

Filed Incident Visibility / wiperNHTSA 10969749

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