| Issue ID | 868970 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10412299 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 09/07/11 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that whenever a turn signal was engaged, the opposite signal would begin to illuminate. In addition, whenever the high beam headlights were activated, the windshield wipers would turn on. Both failures occurred on an intermittent basis. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failures. The vehicle was instead taken to an independent mechanic where it was awaiting diagnosis and repairs. The failure mileages were 50,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 50000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | JACKSONVILLE, AR |
| VIN pattern | 1D7HA16KX6JXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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