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2006 Dodge Ram HD repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (27%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (4%)

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2006 Dodge Ram HD electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (18%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (45%)

< $100 (27%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Dodge Ram HD

Engine not specified

104000 mi

US $700
Compressor went out again, had to replace it and a few other components. 
102700 mi

US $250
A/C was blowing warm air. Coolant added + sealer. 
174000 mi

US $1800
A/C compressor failure, also recirculation door failure inside A/C ductwork 
73000 mi

US $837
Replaced the A/C compressor 
108000 mi

US $1250
The doors in the dash that work off the AC. I had all 3 doors replaced. 
93000 mi

US $150
Tach not getting correct signal...would show revs <500 rpm event at freeways speeds. Turns out sending unit from engine was not functioning correctly and the dash unit was replaced under aftermarket warranty for $100 deductible. 
101400 mi

US $100
Electric lock and window started working only intermittently on rear driver's side door. Required an entire new wiring harness for the truck. Luckily I paid only a single deductible of $100 for this and the suspension. 
200000 mi

US $1400
TIPM replaced 
216900 mi

US $85
Replace alternator 

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2006 Dodge Ram HD 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD

79000 mi

US $350
blinkers have a mind of their own. when i went to signal a left turn, the opposite light came on. almost caused accident. semi truck locked up hi tires thinking i was going to cut him off. the blinker issue happened only after 45 minutes.. 
96000 mi air con recirc door. broke . dealer stated never heard of issue. odd, on forums everywhere it is listed as an issue and out of warranty fix.......update. bought recirc door on ebay. took 2 hours from start to finish to put new door in. total cost was $40. 
97000 mi

US $150
driver power seat. decided to quit. took seat apart and put in new motor. dealer stated that entire seat needed replacement. odd...went to store with old one in hand and found like item. 
25000 mi

US $100
The AC recirculation door broke and landed on top of the blower motor resulting in poor AC performance. AC system also had to be recharged 
48000 mi Air bag inflator replaced recalled. 
40000 mi

US $236
Last year (summer 2010) my wife noticed the AC was compromised. We live where AC isn't an inconvenience unless we leave the area: dealership suspected a plugged coolant line & said the problem is resolved Diverter for blower not working: dealer maintained diverter door needed replacing. Repair done today....haven't been in the truck yet. My wife drove it home....after all, it's her truck. wiring harness for driver's side passenger door replaced 
129500 mi

US $360
Replaced AC compressor, orifice, and dryer with a full recharge. 
15000 mi Dead batteries 
34000 mi

US $197
Batteries failed. 
42115 mi Replace failed batteries. 

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2006 Dodge Ram HD 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder automatic 4WD

89280 mi

C $1915
AC compressor failed, new AC compressor 
122540 mi

C $40
AC Blend door broke off new door installed broken wires to door lock rear passenger side door 

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2006 Dodge Ram HD 2-door

8-cylinder manual AWD

38000 mi

US $400
Re-circ door fell into fan motor. Replacement door from "heater treater" $129. Plus $11.50 switch for glove box that broke upon dissasembly Recirculating door made from inferior material. Saved owner/self $1,000, from dealer est. 

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2006 Dodge Ram HD Electrical Problems

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