Ram 1500 Complaints

11,877 consumer complaints on file.

#11495274November 29, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495391November 29, 2022
STEERING, WHEELS
Driving on Highway and the power steering Gear Failed causing the vehicle not being able to turn and the front wheels locked up. This is a known issue and should be a Safety Recall. Dealership mentioned this is a common problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495241November 29, 2022
ENGINE
Sitting at red light and truck engine stalled/shut off. Emergency brake was automatically engaged I then had to restart the truck. I had to put on hazard lights as cars were stuck behind me this was very dangerous!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495239November 29, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While making a right turn at 5mph, motor shut down and emergency brake was applied. 22k mile on a ram bighorn. Serious safety issue
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495078November 28, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
The dashboard cluster frequently goes blank. This is where I can see the speed I’m driving, if my oil needs to be changed, my backup camera and warning messages etc. this is a complete safety hazard. I went to get my inspection and emissions done and they couldn’t complete it because they couldn’t gather the information needed because the dash was blank. I also see that this an ongoing problem with rams and I’m not the only one, there have been 100s of people stating the same thing. I feel like this is something that needs to be rectified. My car is only 2 years old it shouldn’t be having these major issues already.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495093November 28, 2022
POWER TRAIN
The service electronic throttle control keeps coming on despite efforts to correct. The sensor was cleaned but the throttle control warning light continues to come on. The vehicle emissions are too high and impacting the power train. The vehicle loses power significantly and will not accelerate and the electronic throttle control warning light will come on. This issue is dangerous to the wellbeing of drivers as the loss of acceleration could increase risk of collision. Based on reading forums about the 2015-2016 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel is notorious for this occurring. This is endangering the lives of all owners as there is no indication that this is going to occur, and no recall has been issued.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494988November 26, 2022
AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My rear window or antenna shark fin is allowing water to leak into the truck cabin above the rear window. The ceiling is wet above the rear window. The ceiling is wet around the airbag cover. What guarantee is there the water has not damaged the airbags or other electrical components. I am now worried the airbags could be damaged and not work properly putting my family at risk of injury if we are in an accident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494830November 25, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STEERING
Rack opinion according to Dodge dealership mechanics need replacing. I was told by another professional mechanic that the sway bar and tire rods need to be replaced. Will you all please search for Recalls N complaints. I will have the racken opinion work done because of the Safety issues that are at hand. Also anticipating sway bar n tire rod and front end work to Ensure that we are safe in the vehicle. Thank you!Safety First!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494870November 25, 2022
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had initially taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where he was informed that oil was leaking from the oil cooler. The dealer was notified of the failure and provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494804November 24, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I went to Walmart and my truck shift off coming of the highway . All power died but said was still running I pulled in to Walmart because it was the closest place to coast in to with no power steering . I get out look around nothing looks wrong so I get back in push the engine start button and my truck makes a load bank noise followed by a bright flash as my antenna exploded. I have only 600 miles on it never knew this was a problem I don't even know where to begin I have no power any where in my truck except hazards dome lights that is all
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494666November 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494670November 23, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER
Have read other complaints of similar problems. The problem started with our 2018 Dodge Ram 1500 several weeks ago with the navigation system changing screens to points of interest, then yesterday everything messed up. Upon starting the truck the touch screen seems to work fine for about five minutes, then it starts jumping around from one screen to another. It randomly tries to route a destination, the radio changes stations, tries to call phone numbers, and the climate controls jump all over the place. No heat, no air, and most alarming is that the defroster does not work. The problem persists while sitting still and driving. There may be other problems, but the touch screen does not respond. All this is very distracting and dangerous.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494680November 23, 2022
STEERING
The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at speeds of 70 MPH or faster, the vehicle would noticeably shake. The contact made an appointment with the dealer to diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle had not yet been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494682November 23, 2022
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
The contact's girlfriend owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated while test-driving the vehicle, he noticed the vehicle began to shake. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The owner continued to purchase the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a tire shop and had both rear tires replaced. The contact continued to experience the failure. The contact stated he replaced the two rear shocks, the two rear rotors, and the rear springs on his own. The contact continued to experience the failure. The contact took the vehicle back to the tire shop and had the rear tires rotated to the front. The contact stated that he continued to experience the failure The contact took the vehicle to another tire shop and exchanged all four tires and rims. The contact continued to experience the failure. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer but was unable to diagnose the vehicle. The contact continued to experience the failure. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494687November 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while refueling, the fuel nozzle would constantly shutoff and fuel would leak out of the fuel neck spilling down the side of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 33,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494728November 23, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that rainwater had leaked into the vehicle from the top seal around the rear window and into the rear brake light wiring harness. The contact was concerned about an electrical short due to moisture leaking into the wiring harness. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure; however, the manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494757November 23, 2022
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
BOTH FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE. RECURRING REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND WHILE TRYING TO STEER. LOUD VIBRATION AND WHINING NOISE. REAR DIFFERENTIAL BEARINGS WERE REPLACED AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL HAS FAILED.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494760November 23, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving the truck, driving 80mph on highway the truck disengaged from Drive to neutral, with a notice on the dash to pullover and shift to park to drive. When truck disengaged from Drive while in motion I lost all acceleration power, and had to coast over to side of road to a stop. The truck disengaged from Drive on 3 other occasions. I almost died when the truck disengaged from drive while makeing a turn through an intersection and almost getting hit my a tractor trailer. I contacted Dodge FCA, filed complaint, then i took the truck to the dealer and after having my truck for 22 days, they said I needed a new transmission on my 2019 ram 1500. The truck drove fine for 2 weeks then it disengaged from Drive again while driving, 2 times this morning. I contacted dodge fca and they said they couldn't do anything till the dealer looks at it. This is a major safety issue. I refuse to let my wife and kids ride in this truck because I am not going to have my wife and kids die in this truck because of these major safety issues. This is a known issue on all dodge ram online forums and dodge has not addressed this issue or acknowledged it. There is something wrong with the electrician system. I have had 2 batteries replaced, radio replaced, manifold, transmission, full tail light housing, active noise cancelation system fixed. There has been so many issues from day one when I bought the truck, but this MAJOR issue with the truck disengaging from drive to neutral while in motion is the most serious. Seems like dodge doesn't have an issue till someone dies in an accident from this issue, because this issue can not be replicated and doesn't not show up at a fault on the dealer test systems, due it everything in vehicles being computerized and digital. Something needs to be done about this
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494524November 22, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494536November 22, 2022
STEERING
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the power steering became inoperable, almost causing the vehicle to drive off the roadway. The check power steering message was displayed. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V812000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not covered under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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