Ram 1500 Complaints

11,877 consumer complaints on file.

#11662604May 22, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Complaint: 2016 Ram 1500 - Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Module Failure Vehicle Information: Make: Ram Model: 1500 Year: 2016 Current Odometer Reading: Approximately 48,000 miles Incident Description: My 2016 Ram 1500 truck has experienced a failure of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) module. This failure has resulted in the deactivation of several critical safety systems, including: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Traction Control System Cruise Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Consequences of Failure: The complete shutdown of these safety systems, particularly the ABS, poses a significant and immediate safety risk. Without a functional ABS, the vehicle's braking performance is severely compromised, increasing the likelihood of wheel lock-up during sudden braking and significantly elevating the risk of an accident or complete brake failure, especially under adverse road conditions. Dealer Response & Lack of Resolution: I contacted an authorized Ram dealership to address this critical issue. Unfortunately, the dealership informed me that they currently have no replacement parts for the ABS module and have received no guidance or support from Chrysler (Stellantis) regarding a resolution. This lack of parts and technical support leaves me with a vehicle that is, in my opinion, unsafe to operate and susceptible to an accident due to a known, unaddressed safety defect. Request for Action: I am submitting this complaint to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to report this serious safety defect. I urge the NHTSA to investigate this widespread issue and compel Ram/Chrysler to provide an immediate remedy for this ABS module failure, including the availability of necessary replacement parts and a clear repair protocol. The current situation leaves me with a vehicle that has compromised safety features, putting lives at risk.
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Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
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#11662693May 22, 2025
STEERING
Can't turn...steering wheel is very hard to turn....
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662396May 21, 2025
STEERING
While driving power steering warning lights come on and power steering goes out. The power steering warning lights come on and go off with loss of power steering intermittently but only after unit heats up. Loud noise such as a fan comes on prior to the steering warning lights coming on and power steering going out. Had a mechanic diagnose the issue and he said the power steering rack and pinion needed to be replaced and cost would be around $3800 Very dangerous especially when power steering goes out while turning. New OEM power steering rack & pinion ordered today 5-21-2025
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662397May 21, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle had failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with an unknown failure. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the high-pressure fuel pump(HPFP) was replaced. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was later illuminated while driving. The contact stated that the dealer had partially repaired the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that an unknown recall was closed. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662453May 21, 2025
STEERING
Power steering went out while driving , took the truck for inspection, noticed that went turn either way power steering motor will do the opposite , very dangerous in my opinion , seen in the news couple head to head collision involving a ram going into the oposite lane on a highway , multiple casualties were reported, that makes me wonder if the power steering was at fault , making the truck turn suddenly , I can only imagine going 70mph and having the issue that my truck is showing , very dangerous, these needs to be look out , millions of trucks out there with the same type of power steering.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662259May 21, 2025
STEERING
The electric power steering will stop working while driving. The power steering warning light will come on and spotentially causing intermittent and complete loss of power steering assist. At times I am unable to move the steering wheel and control the direction of the Ram 1500. I have had this vehicle in for repart multiple times.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662049May 20, 2025
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Detachment of the magnetic strip from the reluctor wheel/tone wheel, CKP sensor, or both. Information obtained with the scanner
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662086May 20, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Driving 60mph in 8th gear while raining, 40 deg F, in Minnesota. The truck shut off (I did not press the Start/Stop button) and dash said "Vehicle Not in Park." Went to pull over, put on turn signals, but they didn't work (it acted like the vehicle was completely shut off but was still rolling at 50+ mph in 8th gear - there was no indication on the dash that showed green light indicating turn signal was working). I suspect brake lights also did not work at this time, but cannot confirm because I couldn't see them. I pulled over to shoulder, slowed to a stop, and put vehicle into Park manually. Pressed Stop/Start button and vehicle started. No codes were thrown. Drove another 2-3 miles and similar issue happened again. Display flashed on and off (then completely turned off) when coming to a stop this time. Vehicle stayed running but again said "Vehicle Not in Park" on dash. No other indication on dash (no warning lights). Drove vehicle back to dealership to get inspected. Similar issue occurred 4 more times on the 12 mile drive to dealership. When I got the vehicle into the service shop, I put it into Park, then pressed the Start/Stop button, but the truck would not shut off. I left the vehicle with the dealer and they are currently diagnosing the issue. 105,000 miles on vehicle. First time this issue has ever occurred on the Ram since I bought it used with 67,000 miles on it. Scared the heck out of me - I had cars swerve around me as I pulled off to the shoulder without any indication - no brake lights (I assume), no turn signals. Very scary. I am worried about driving my family (wife and 2 young children) in this vehicle. What has scared me even more is I looked up this issue online and I have found 100s of examples in the forums of similar (or exactly the same) issue happening to them! I have had all recalls completed on my truck and keep meticulous care of it. I am an engineer and understand technical details well - this electrical issue scares me. Not safe.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662131May 20, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Failure of ABS control module with loss of traction control. After researching this issue shortly after having the ABS control module fail on my vehicle I found numerous posts about a faulty ABS module and hydraulic control module ending in part AA. This appears to be a widespread issue with the Ram 1500 pickups warranting a recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662179May 20, 2025
STEERING
My electronic power steering (eps) rack and pinion completely failed out of nowhere. I took it to the dealership and they told me the module basically fried itself and that I had to replace it. I've only owned the truck for 5 months now and can't really afford to pay 4,000+ dollars to repair this defective part.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662200May 20, 2025
STEERING
Steering stopped working power assistance and it shows it’s a recall concern with your agency. They Deny it’s a recall item this is dangerous. So I started a case number 93065509.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662238May 20, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Motor Generator Unit Failure
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662033May 20, 2025
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I've had 2 incidents so far. 1. I stopped at a 2 way stop and as I accelerated to drive across the intersection (a truck was coming at me on my right side) my truck hesitated and I had no power to continue to go forward. I stepped on the gas, it revved up and continue to cross the road. 2. I was driving around a roundabout and went to accelerate on the straight away and it had a hesitation, I lost power (control ). I pressed on the gas a couple of times and then it came back and I was accelerating fast onto the on ramp.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661908May 19, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 65-70 MPH and towing a trailer, the traction control engaged, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The Police had aided with getting the vehicle off the roadway. The traction control and engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and two unknown local dealers were unable to determine the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The brake control was previously replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the dealer and the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 2,500.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661990May 19, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Sitting in traffic, truck started overheating. Gauge was jumping all over. Truck had to be turned off
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661907May 19, 2025
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, STEERING
While driving my vehicle at approximately 15-20 mph it unexpectedly and without warning shut down and engaged the emergency brake bringing the vehicle from 20 to 0 immediately. The vehicle the stated ignition was not put in park. I restarted the vehicle and the e brake was engaged.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661677May 18, 2025
STEERING
I was driving on [XXX] on Friday evening ([XXX]) about [XX] near Chattanooga, TN and the power steering quit suddenly (all at once). My speed at time of power steering failure was 65 MPH. No warning lights, messages or symptons at all before complete failure of power steering system. If driving conditions had warranted me to swerve suddenly to avoid a hazard, it would have been impossible and that would have put other's safety and my own safety in harm. Never had any problem before this incident and nothing that would have alerted that power steering was not functioning properly. I think this is a major safety issue and requires further investigation as to why this happened. The problem has been reported to an independent service center and I also plan to contact local Ram dealership in Ringgold, GA Monday morning, May 19, 2025. 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
#11661635May 17, 2025
ENGINE
I have found countless problems with broken bolts on the exhaust manifold on the web. Technical service bulletins have been written involving the problem. It is a known problem and continues.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661642May 17, 2025
POWER TRAIN
My vehicle is only 4 years old, and the torque generator has gone out in the vehicle. I haven't towed anything in my vehicle. It has 90,XXX miles on it. It has taken over two months for me to get the part in for the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661469May 16, 2025
STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electric power steering is faulty in these vehicles. 2015-2016 year models were recalled for this issue, but 2014's were not included even though they use the same electric steering rack. This repair is $3-4000
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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