PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT INTERMITTANTLY FAILS, BUT BULB IS OK. WINDOWS INTERMITTANTLY ROLL THEMSELVES DOWN. KEY(FOB) GETS STUCK IN RECEPTICALE. PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD SPRAYER DOES NOT SPRAY WATER.
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 electrical problems
moderate 79 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
79
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY, THE HVAC SYSTEM WOULD NOT DEFROST THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000.
MY EXTREMELY LOW-MILEAGE RAM IS EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL AND SENSOR ISSUES OF A TRUCK TENS OF THOUSANDS OF MILES HIGHER. THE KEY FOB WILL NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK THE DOORS BUT THE LIGHTS WILL FLASH. THE ESP/BAS LIGHT REMAINS ON ALONG WITH THE SLIPPING LIGHT PLUS THE AIRBAG LIGHT. THEY ALL REMAIN ON. THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL WILL NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK THE DOORS. THE PANEL WILL NOT OPEN OR CLOSE THE 2 …
THE DEALER SAYS ITS A BAD TIPM, AND THAT THEY GO BAD ON RAM TRUCKS OFTEN. ALL THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM GOES CRAZY, TRACTION CONTROL, AIR BAGS, ABS, BLOWER FOR HEAT AND AIR, WIPERS, DOOR LOCKS, WINDOWS AND OTHERS. IF THEY KNOW THIS IS FAULTY WHY NOT SHOULD THEY HAVE TO RECALL OR PAY US BACK
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 79 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
Some links on this page are affiliate links.