While driving saw smoke from right side of roof and pillar, then saw flames, extinguished flames, repairer advised that short in fuse block started the fire, repairs were $13000+ and affected rear lights and seat belts. *Tr
Electrical system
Sprinter 3500 Electrical problems by year
2 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Sprinter 3500's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.
Electrical complaints by model year
| Year | Electrical complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest 3500 electrical complaints
2006 Dodge ram 3500- vehicle has been in dealership 3+ times for same problem. While driving, check engine light comes on and loses power. Drops to lower gear and continues to lose speed. Sometimes as low as idle only. Ecm has been replaced (2) times and accelerator module (1) and short in wiring repaired?- Last repair done on 10/23/07 - drove 69 miles and same problem again. Dealer claims they can not find problem. Have contacted chrysler corp. And started lemon replacement proceedings? This truck was also repaired prior to me purchasing it with only 45 miles on speedometer. Chrysler has ask me to take truck back to dealer for further repair?? *Jb
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data