2012 Dodge Ram 1500 exterior lighting problems
46 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the exterior lighting on the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While the vehicle was sitting in the driveway not running, the back of the headlight caught on fire. There wasn't any incedents (e.i. any collision, repairs) prior to the indecent. It is available for inspection. No dealership report yet, but have an appointment with local dealership Tuesday to get…”
filed Aug 6, 2026
“The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the check engine, air bag, and the fuel pump relay failure warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the exterior lights failed to operate as needed, and the vehicle occasionally failed to start. Additionally, the contact…”
filed May 13, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Exterior Lighting problems in other Ram 1500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Ram 1500 | 29 | 4% |
| 2010 Ram 1500 | 10 | 2% |
| 2009 Ram 1500 | 19 | 3% |
| 2008 Ram 1500 | 17 | 3% |
| 2007 Ram 1500 | 37 | 7% |
| 2006 Ram 1500 | 139 | 18% |
| 2005 Ram 1500 | 22 | 2% |
| 2004 Ram 1500 | 29 | 3% |
| 2003 Ram 1500 | 18 | 2% |
| 2002 Ram 1500 | 35 | 4% |
| 2001 Ram 1500 | 17 | 2% |
| 2000 Ram 1500 | 9 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.