Ram 1500 Complaints

1,938 consumer complaints on file.

#11666926June 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Since purchasing the vehicle in April, I have had a continuous problem with the brake's and brake system's. The red dash warning chime and red warning light have come on. I have brought the car in 4 times to the dealer for repair, to no avail. This happened before I put 100 miles on the car and has continued. I currently only have about 680 miles. The dealer has "worked" on on it for almost 2 months (bought the car 3 months ago). The following codes keep being set (scan attached). 2 Anti-Lock Brake System Code : C05D2-00 - Master Cylinder Piston Position Higher Than Expected. C0597-00 - Brake System Control Module 'A' Performance. 1 Instrument Panel Cluster Code: B12B7-92 - Instrument Panel Cluster Display. 1 Integrated Trailer Control Module Code: C10C7-00 - Electronic Trailer Brake Control Output.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11666889June 14, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
I have replaced, via warranty, 3 cylinders that have failed within 10,000 miles of the vehicle. This causes my truck to shutter and not accelerate properly. The shop tells me this has been an ongoing problem, however it is not being addressed by Stalantis. Not requesting to do anything for my situation, however it needs to be investigated.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11666739June 13, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
See attached document for complaint.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11666513June 12, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2025 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle had been experiencing difficulty starting. The contact stated that the vehicle was able to restart after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11666328June 11, 2025
ENGINE
I was traveling at low speeds and made a left hand turn and the vehicle stalled. The next day was at the same spot and made the same left turn and the vehicle stalled again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11666118June 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2025 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred six days after the vehicle was purchased. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with multi-engine misfire, DTC: P0300. The contact was informed that a software update was needed. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the contact stated the software had been updated twice; however, the contact was informed that the software update was a temporary fix. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The dealer declined to update the software another time. Additionally, the dealer declined to buy back the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 487.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665867June 9, 2025
STEERING
Purchased this Ram 1500 Tradesman 04/14/2025. Upon highway driving noticed a severe pull to the right at speed 70 mph. Called dealer to explain the problem and they suggested an alignment that was done on 05/01/2025. Dealer said numbers were green alignment was good. I did highway test again same problem pulling to right. Returned to dealer at 618 miles 05/07/2025 for reset electronic power steering module TSB 08 093 25. Problem still there. At 900 miles and 1500 miles truck was at 2 different dealers for alignments. Problem still there. From what I’ve been told there’s no service bulletin from Ram that addresses problem.This truck is a true disaster waiting to happen. After 52 years of driving I never drove a vehicle this hard to control.After reading Ram forums about this issue I know I’m not the only driver who has this problem. Just hope this issue is resolved before someone gets seriously injured or worse. Need someone from Stellantis or Ram to investigate this NOW!!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665864June 9, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
On separate occasions, both the driver and passenger side visors spontaneously detached and fell into the line of sight while driving. In the case of the driver side visor, I was traveling on the interstate at approximately 75 mph when the visor failed and fell into my light of sight, impairing visibility. The failure was also sudden and distracting. The passenger side visor failed in the same way about 9 months later. It appears that a part securing the visor to the roof of the vehicle is defective and can fail without warning.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665820June 9, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the electronic stability control system warning light illuminated. Upon depressing the brake pedal, the contact noticed a mushy sensation and a significant reduction in braking power. The contact proceeded to use the brakes on the trailer to be able to slow the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the ABS had failed, and a software update was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V653000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL); as a possible cause for the failure; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665771June 9, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I am leasing a 2025 Ram 1500 Bighorn from Stellantis. In the less than a year I have owned this it has been to 2 dealerships over 5 times. I hired Handy Law Offices to file a lemon claim . Stellantis was supposed to respond by May 26 and here it is June 9 and they still refuse to acknowledge the problems. And to top it off, I found a positive wire with a split open covering and Summit Automotive in Fond du Lac Wisconsin refuses to fix it, even though they sold me the truck. In talking to other dealerships, this is a shorting hazard and possible fire, but they said Summit has to fix it. I want to know what legal avenues I have to get rid of this truck. I have learned that more and more of this year truck is also experiencing bad problems that Stellantis refuses to acknowledge. And if my truck catches fire there will be additional lawsuits for negligence against Summit Automotive.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665749June 9, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
2025 Ram 1500 V6 eTorque hydraulic tensioner for MGU belt caused belt to break while traveling out of state from NY to NC. This caused the battery waning light to come on and also the CEL. Vehicle would not charge and would not run properly, all advanced safety features diminished. Vehicle brought directly to Dodge dealership in Laurel MD during incident. Vehicle was repaired on 6/6/2025 at Dodge dealership in MD. While traveling home to NC from MD on [XXX] Amp meter was not functioning, vehicle would not shift out of 7th gear with cruise control on, gas mileage has decreased to 10-12 miles per gallon at highway speeds and vehicle has poor engine power, all while driving on [XXX]. Total mileage on vehicle is 6600 miles. Ram care is no help, Case # with Ram care is [XXX]. Have not been able to speak with anyone about a resolution, nor have I been able to speak with the assigned case manager at all despite numerous phone calls, voicemails and emails. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665717June 9, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2025 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the steering wheel became very difficult to turn to the left or the right. The contact depressed the brake pedal, and the pedal was very soft. The contact stated that there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle back to the residence and then had the vehicle towed to a dealer. The dealer was unable to diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that there was an electrical failure and the radio failed to shutoff after turning off and exiting the vehicle. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 3,400.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665605June 8, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
My truck has been at the dealer for over a month for recall 24V-653 for part 68728723AA (ABS control module). Dealer took the truck in fried the abs module trying to flash the module. They ordered a new module but has been on backorder and there is no ETA on the part delivery. I have yet to even receive a fair replacement of the vehicle that is out of order from either dealer or manufacture.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665482June 7, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Engine shutdown at highway speed. Everything ceased to work.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665434June 6, 2025
SEAT BELTS
My [XXX] [XXX] son was sitting in the middle back seat after a soccer game. We were in drive thru for dinner and he leaned over and the seat belt with anchor and clip was still attached to the rest of seat belt. The clip and anchor part literally separated from the truck, as in unbolted or something (see attached pictures). This is frustrating because my son’s life was in danger and for how long has this belt been like this? How many other peoples’ lives have been in danger? This brand new truck has had its fare share of problems and broken equipment. We have owned about 7 or 8 Ram trucks. I will never buy another Ram again. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665232June 6, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
I am submitting this formal safety complaint regarding my 2025 RAM 1500 Limited, which I purchased new in November 2024 and currently with approximately 9,000 miles. The vehicle has exhibited repeated, dangerous failures of its advanced driver assistance and braking systems that place both the driver and public at serious risk. Summary of Safety Incidents: First Incident: While driving at approximately 35 mph, the vehicle abruptly and uncommandedly stopped, with no driver input. Fortunately, there were no vehicles behind me at the time, or this could have resulted in a high-speed rear-end collision. Second Incident: Roughly 400 miles later, while stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle displayed multiple warning alerts and shut itself off completely. Upon restarting and driving approximately 50 yards, the braking system failed for about five seconds, rendering the truck unable to stop. This failure was later replicated by the authorized dealership’s service team, who then informed me that the vehicle’s CPU had failed during repair attempts. The vehicle has now been out of service for over 50 days, and the dealer has returned it to me twice in an unsafe condition. Stellantis, the vehicle manufacturer, has acknowledged the problem but has not provided a resolution.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665135June 5, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
On May 16 2025 I started my truck and all the lights started flashing on my cluster( I took pictures) I drove down the street in my vehicle and it put itself into park. I drove back to my shop and called the dealership to make an appointment along with enterprise Rent-A-Car. I had the rental vehicle from May 16 through May 22. After the ABS module recall was performed on May 21, 2025, my 2021 Ram Rebel began experiencing electrical and mechanical failures affecting multiple vehicle systems. While driving at approximately 7 mph, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted itself into Park. Just like the separate occasion, the parking brake engaged while the vehicle was in motion. These events pose a major safety hazard. Since the recall, the following issues have occurred: •SERVICE BRAKES: Parking brake engaging while driving; ABS-related instability. •POWER TRAIN: Vehicle attempting to shift into Park and 4WD High without input. •ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Dash lights flicker; HVAC system changes temperature settings on its own (e.g., jumping to 72°F); ongoing parasitic battery draw. •ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL: Loss of system coordination and erratic vehicle behavior. •FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM: Sudden drop in fuel range readings (e.g., from 180 miles to 23 miles instantly). •VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Unexpected shifting and control changes during low-speed driving. •UNKNOWN OR OTHER: General system instability, rough driving behavior, and degraded performance. I was by the dealership when it went into park so I pulled in. The dealership has acknowledged the update was performed but refuses to inspect the truck until July 8, despite the escalating safety concerns. I believe the ABS module or its software update is causing communication failures across the vehicle’s CAN network, affecting critical systems. This vehicle is not safe to drive in its current condition. I was told because I did not purchase the vehicle at Wilder that I was not eligible for a loaner vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665036June 5, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Automatic door locks fail to lock over 15mph as all other models of Ram trucks. This is a safety issue especially when traveling with minor passengers in the rear as well as front seats. Rear seat passengers unbuckled can open door and fall out and injuries can occur.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11664924June 4, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Truck has auto start/stop for fuel efficiency. It automatically engages on startup. Truck is prone to sudden unexpected acceleration when it is engaged. Has almost caused 3 wrecks with my truck. Dealership says they know about the problem and that I should just turn it off everytime I get in the truck. This will kill somebody some day. I forgot to turn it off today and it almost caused me to rear-end another vehicle while at a stoplight.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11664613June 3, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon driving from a complete stop, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and independently shifted to park(P). After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V265000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The contact was later informed that the VIN was included in the recall and the vehicle was already repaired under the recall. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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