Ram 1500 Complaints

11,877 consumer complaints on file.

#11687771September 17, 2025
POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE
Bucking during braking specifically when downshifting between 2nd and 1st gear. The dealer was able to replicate and confirmed by the dealer and manufacturer to have an issue. Numerous repairs with the vehicle remaining with the dealer from May 2025-August 2025. No resolution was found dealer stated "it was under further investigation by the manufacturer you must collect your vehicle". All paperwork attached starting May14, 2025 after issues arose.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687519September 16, 2025
STEERING
power steering stopped working
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687552September 16, 2025
STEERING
Loss of power steering while driving causing loss of control of vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687687September 16, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
I was resuming speed after a toll, my 2015 Ram Eco Diesel 1500 lost all momentum, threw an alarm to service the Electronic Throttle with a red lightning bolt framed by two red lines, and I limped to the shoulder with several semi close on my tail. After researching I shut off for a minute, removed key, opened door, then restarted. The engine struggled and revved several times before starting. The dealership confirmed the Tone Wheel is cracked in several places and is failing of not fault of mine. She is still there with the parts on order. This is related to already completed recall W58, although should be addressed by W68. I should not be penalized for taking good care of my truck. Thank you for your help getting my vehicle and several related NHTSA complaints addressed under recall W68. *Please see related NHTSA IDs: 11671188, 11655078, 11645531, 11644270, 11619387, 11614931, 11613109, 11593300... so many more. Please have an algorithm review the complaints for similarities to allow for safer highways and driving. Thank you and enjoy your week!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687740September 16, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Parasitic draw that causes batteries to die over night. This also affects manager features like air bag sensors, parking sensors, and dash display.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687269September 15, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
The brake, traction control and ABS warning lights came on in the dashboard. I went to local auto parts store and they scanned the vehicle and I got a C2200-0049 DTC. This apparently means I there is an internal failure in the ABS Module. I went to my local dealer and they told me the ABS Module is backordered and it will be at least 45 days before I would be able to get the repair. I've looked online and have discovered there appears to be a severe shortage of availability of the part and has been for several years. I don't understand how such a critical component of a vehicle is unavailable. To my research, the required part number is 68228991-AD.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687299September 15, 2025
STEERING
Electric power steering gear stopped working
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687344September 15, 2025
ENGINE
Exhaust Manifolds are cracked as others have noted. This a known issue by the manufacturer and they have issued a TSB but those of us out of warranty have to pay to replace their known defective part. This should be a full recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687449September 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart. 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 VIN was included, but the vehicle had previously been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687448September 15, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I bought a 2023 Ram 1500 brand new off the lot and the vehicle is only less than 3 years old. I was hoping the with me buying a brand new Ram that I would not have a major issue such as the fuel pump failing which caused me to pay $1809.64 out of pocket cost on a practically new vehicle. The fuel pump and the control module were both faulty with the dealer findings. With only 1000 miles over warranty, I think that this does not make since for such a major issue with a practically new vehicle that is not cover under the powertrain warranty. The vehicle has been taken in for regular maintenance. I would appreciate a refund of the amount paid to cover my loss
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687337September 15, 2025
ENGINE
2022 Hemi eTorque cause sudden engine stalling while driving, followed by the truck automatically applying the parking brake and shifting into park. Tow driver couldn't get the truck on the flat bed, had to drag onto the tow truck and drag off the tow truck. Couldn't get it out of park or get the brakes to release. We could have died! No part available for 45 days so I can't upload a repair invoice as of yet.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687295September 15, 2025
ENGINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2025 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated at start-up. The contact stated that the following day, the vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with several cylinder misfires. An unknown repair was performed; however, the check engine warning light returned the following day. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and the contact was informed that there was a misfire in cylinder#2. The contact was informed that the mechanic had replaced the spark plugs and ignition coil in cylinder#2 and cleaned the fuel injector; however, the check engine warning light remained. The contact was initially informed that further diagnostic tests needed to be performed and that a loaner vehicle could not be provided. Approximately 30 minutes after the loaner vehicle request was denied, the contact was informed that the vehicle had been repaired, and the vehicle was returned to the contact. The following day, upon starting the vehicle, there was gasoline pouring from the engine. The dealer was notified of the failure, and the contact was given a number to have the vehicle towed to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was provided a case number. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer and remained with the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,200.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687145September 14, 2025
STEERING
While traveling the EPS shut off while at a high rate of speed and jerked the steering wheel out of my hands
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687164September 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The anti lock brakes warning light is illuminated and dealership has no repair parts to fix the defect resulting in an unsafe condition. this also results in an inability to operate the cruise control function of the automobile . The condition has existed for over one year with no ability to obtain the needed repair parts to remedy the situation. obviously Stellantis has no interest in resolving this issue without the intervention of some regulatory authority.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687185September 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
DASH POPPED UP TIRE TRACATION NOT WORKING, TOOK TO DEALER AFTER I SCANNED. BRAKE MODULE IS BAD AND WAS TOLD COULD NOT DRIVE UNTIL REPLACED, DUE POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONTROL. ABS BRAKE MODULE PN#68295368AC NEEDS REPLACING. THE DEALER AT THE TIME SAID THE PART WAS BACK ORDERED WITH 5 WAITING FOR OVER 2-3 MONTHS. THAT WAS AUGUST 5TH. I HAVE CHECKED WITH DEALER EVERY WEEK SINCE, ON THE PART AND STILL NO PARTS AND THEY ARE UNSURE OF WHEN THEY WILL RECIEVE THEM. THIS IS MY MAIN SOURCE OF TRANSPROATION AND I CANNOT DRIVE DUE TO POSSIBLE BRAKE FAILURE. I HAVE CALLED OTHER DEALERS AND BEING TOLD THE SAME THING.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687186September 14, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The front strap that holds the gas tank up broke loose from the frame rusting out.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687077September 13, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A known problem with the rear power and manual sliding window backlite frame developing cracks on 2019-2021 Ram 1500 built prior to September 30, 2020. The extended warranty has only been offered to the sales codes of GFE and GFD. My vehicle was built with a different sales code in Nov 2018 for the rear power sliding window but has developed the same issue. I have attached a photo showing the crack.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687083September 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Emission Device 'Active Grill Shutters' have failed for a 2nd time, with a MIL on my perfectly maintained, once at 38K, then again on 9/10/25 @45K mile truck. A Google search leads to likely 100's of other Ram 1500 Owners reporting the same issue and resultant MIL. The prominent cause of the issue appears to be the Electrical Connector. Some reports indicate seriously melted wires, and I assume a fire risk if not corrected. The dealer says it's a $525 repair. Please help me and 100's of others with this serious issue. Also I noticed a Similar Recall Action on Nissan for Active Shutters.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687007September 12, 2025
SUSPENSION
The air suspension system on the truck fails, it will not raise. I’ve replaced almost all the components of the air suspension system and it’s still not working. The system fails in any type of weather but often it does so more in winter. System has been reset multiple times. Compressor has been replaced twice, relay replaced, fuses replaced, lines have been checked, height sensors have been replaced. Looking at online forums, this seems to be an issue with many Dodge Rams of 2014 as well as other years.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687013September 12, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My 2014 Ram 1500 ABS light, traction control, and brake light popped up and if I drive it for a short bit and stop and shut it off and crank it up the light don’t come back on. It has been doing this all the time through the winter and now says on all the time. All so the back up camera doesn’t power up when you first start vehicle for about two minutes on the radio display. The camera not coming on creates a big safety issue when backing up. We have small grandchildren and this makes it a big safety concern.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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