I just discovered my defroster doesnt work,(wont switch from dash vents).
the dealer wants $600.00 to fix.
anyone ever removed a dash??
and is most of that labor??
the vehicle is a 2003 2500 ctd 4x4, with dual climate controls..

thanks amigos..

 

I've done more than a handfull of them the last three weeks. Even the 06's are breaking. Part is on back order right now as I'm in need of two more. Part is like $45, the rest is labor. Not one of my favorite jobs.

 

Mine sometims takes 3-4 minutes before it will switch over. Just try to go from defrost to A/C a couple times. That usually works for me. To keep from having problems, I keep it on defrost all winter and on A/C all summer....

 

They should have done a recall on this problem. Enough people have had a problem with this happening.
It is a safety issue, with no air flow or heat your windows can and will fog up. Cold Temps and the windows will fog up then ice over with out warm air.

Mine failed last year and the mechanice temperaly fixed mine. Since it blew air rhe new dealership could not diagnose it. So it still doesnt work properly

 

If you feel it deserves a recall voice your complaint here
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/ you will need your VIN number. Keep it short, simple and as dangerous sounding as possible

It takes very few complaints for the NHTSA to launch an investigation that could force a recall. Remember none of the vehical manufacturers will launch a recall without being forced to by the government. The process requires consumers to file a complaint.

 

ok.
thanks gentlemen.;.thats alot of help..

infidel, i think it it was a VERY dangerous situation.my wife was driving it and a sudden downpour came and before she figured out it didnt work she was driving blind because the windshield didnt defrost..how does that sound??I will report it that way..short and dangerous..