2004 Dodge RAM Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 17%of 58 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the electrical system of the 2004 Dodge RAM, 17% of the 58 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2004 Dodge durango w/5.7 liter hemi engine just stalled/shut off on its own when going up a parking garage ramp at approximately 15 MPH. Lost all power to power steering and brakes. Had to come to a complete stop, place in park, and then restarted without any problem. Have had vehicle since may of 2004 and this is the first time this problem has happened. Very concerned since I have seen other complaints with same exact problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10149933, filed 2006-02, 44,000 miles“The vehicle continuously stalled in traffic. The consumer was recently driving the vehicle, and the vehicle shut off in the middle of the intersection. After the dealer serviced the vehicle which included replacing the computer, the vehicle's problems still exist. The last fix and the third time the incident occurred, the vehicle lost over 3 miles to the gallon of gas. The dealer stated that they programmed the software to run rich, which in return, burns more gas.”
NHTSA complaint #10117599, filed 2005-04, 1,200 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Dodge RAM 2500. After starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that none of the electrical components would function. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact was informed that the wiring harness needs to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 84,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10359454, filed 2010-10, 84,000 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Dodge RAM. The contact stated the air conditioner blower motor failed. The contact applied pressure to the ignition switch and the air conditioner began to function. In addition, the contact stated the windshield wipers had malfunctioned and was also connected to the ignition switch. The manufacturer advised the contact to have the dealer perform a diagnostic test, at the contacts expense. The manufacturer did not provide any further assistance. The contact did not feel safe in the vehicle and stated he was no longer driving the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #10345967, filed 2010-07, 73,000 miles“2004 Dodge RAM. When pressing down the left turn switch to turn left, the right turn signal flashes...the opposite happens when you press the turn signal switch up to turn right. Also, the windshield wipers randomly stop working while in operation. This is a very very frequent problem with dodges, please address!”
NHTSA complaint #10351755, filed 2010-08Related recalls
- 04V385000Aug 3, 2004On certain pick-up trucks equipped with 4.7l engines, the generator wiring harness may short circuit due to contact with a valve cover stud.Covers: Dodge RAM 2004
Related service bulletins
- 10013705Mar 17, 2005Inactive throttle body in cold ambient temperatures. 2005 dodge ram
- 10012325Jan 12, 2005Erroneous diagnostic trouble codes.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6 | 22% |
| 2008 | 3 | 12% |
| 2007 | 1 | 6% |
| 2006 | 6 | 24% |
| 2005 | 3 | 8% |
| 2004 | 10 | 17% |
| 2003 | 4 | 8% |
| 2002 | 5 | 4% |
| 2001 | 20 | 6% |
| 2000 | 13 | 9% |
| 1999 | 17 | 5% |
| 1998 | 48 | 10% |
| 1997 | 22 | 6% |
| 1996 | 47 | 8% |
| 1995 | 72 | 12% |
| 1994 | 64 | 14% |
| 1993 | 4 | 7% |
| 1992 | 6 | 10% |
| 1991 | 5 | 10% |
| 1990 | 2 | 9% |
| 1989 | 1 | 4% |
| 1987 | 2 | 11% |
| 1986 | 3 | 17% |
| 1985 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2004 Dodge RAM
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsTires
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Dodge RAM
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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