Ram 1500 Complaints

11,877 consumer complaints on file.

#11492092November 3, 2022
POWER TRAIN
While driving the transmission is slipping out of gear. After research found this is happing to many other owners and the dealer has not been able to correct the issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11492130November 3, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Driving on a two lane highway at speed. The truck shut off, all controlls turned off and park brake applied. The vehicle to the rear nearly rear ended my truck. I swerved onto a side street to get out of traffic, barley missing a power pole. Had vehicle towed to dodge dealer and they are repeatedly stating there is nothing wrong with my vehicle. They are also refusing to pursue the matter any further.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11492082November 3, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to coast to a nearby parking lot. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel system to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 13,400.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491904November 2, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine light illuminated. The contact managed to coast the vehicle off to the shoulder of the highway and called for a tow truck. While waiting for the tow truck, he discovered that his vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the recall but stated that they were unaware of anyone who had experienced the failure. The manufacturer was also notified of the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491907November 2, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The (touch screen display) keeps asking me to change the clock settings while driving causing me to lose my navigation screen and I need to constantly (reach over to push the no button over and over). Dodge is aware of this problem. This is a safety issue since I rely on the navigation system, and it keeps interrupting me while driving. If I ignore the message, I have nothing else available to control many functions of the screen and navigation system.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491923November 2, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact then stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that on multiple occasions while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The contact stated that a message appeared indicating an electronic fuel pressure failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the EGR cooler, EGR valve, and exhaust manifold needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to cover half of the cost, but the contact declined. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491985November 2, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the fuel system was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but no failure was found. The vehicle was towed to a different dealer for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and case was filed. The failure mileage was 14,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491789November 1, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
There has been an active recall on my vehicle for over 6 years and there still isn't a repair available. I am stuck driving a car that at any moment could be subject to a crash. I have two small children, and while I know recalls happen, not engineering a fix in over 6 years, is ridiculous. Please help
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491812November 1, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
For the time iv'e owned the truck it has stalled out randomly while driving leaving me either in the middle of the street or blocking a drive though. Mostly recently it refused to start leaving work and never started after that. Truck sat in my works parking lot for about 3 weeks before I took it to a dealer in that time we diagnosed it as a fuel issue as it would crank fine and would only start as we sprayed diesel down the intake. Truck has now been at local dealer for 4 months with the solution looking to be the most recent High Pressure Fuel Pump recall that just opened. Dealer seems to be sitting on their hands waiting for something magic to happen for the issue to be resolved but nothing is being done to fix this part failure. Truck has left me blocking traffic on multiple events and dealer says they cant inspect my pump until the backordered one arrives which is next year in February. Warning light that would appear all the time was that my fuel injection quantity was lower than expected (P026C) and O2 sensor out of range during deceleration on bank 1 sensor 1(P2297)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491808November 1, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that on three separate occasions, an abnormal, popping sound was coming from the speakers. Additionally, the infotainment screen would go blank and the radio would inadvertently turn off. After the most recent failure, the instrument panel also went blank which included the speedometer and other safety features. The contact had notified the dealer about the failure on multiple occasions but had not yet received a response. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was given a case number; however, the contact had not yet heard back from the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 7,400.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491717November 1, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
Truck was at a stop sign after being off all night. Truck started fine but when accelerating from a stop into 90 degree turn, engine stalled and battery voltage dropped prompting a shift to park warning and auto stop disabled (already disabled by button) truck refused to turn over the first attempt but started on second and displayed battery voltage at 11.9-12. This is the second time this happened and the first a new battery seem to fix but it has now returned again a month and half later. Both times this happened in traffic and the truck was in the middle of the intersection. 2022 Ram 1500 bighorn 5.7l with etorque. (First red photo was the first time, todays incident was second but it did flash battery warning later on).
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491588October 31, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER
The UConnect is malfunctioning, and my vehicle is available for inspect upon request. However I have many videos of the issue. It is exhibiting a “phantom touch” where it will click on buttons and change settings. My life was in danger when it would turn my windshield defrost on and off/change the temperature causing the windshield to fog up. It completely binds me while driving and I have to attempt to pull over and manually wipe the windshield. It is also constantly pressing the SOS button and calling 911, and I have to explain to the dispatcher that it is not an emergency/my truck is calling them (it’s a federal crime to call 911 repeatedly without an emergency). It has been confirmed by public forums and by another known customer. I am having it confirmed by the dealership today. The item has been inspected by those in the vehicle and getting inspected by the dealer. There is no lights or error code associated with the issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491681October 31, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Tailgate Issue: I own a 2020 RAM 1500 Laramie and at mileage 22,700, while driving down the highway pulling a 30ft travel trailer, the tailgate of my truck opened up without any warning. The tailgate hit the tongue jack on my camper damaging the tailgate and the tongue jack. If it wasn't for the camper jack keeping the tailgate from fully opening, all the contents in my truck bed could have fallen out of my truck onto the highway without me being aware, possibly causing an accident. I called the dealership and they said they were not aware of any recalls for that type of issue and had me bring it in. At that time the dealer fixed a shim recall that I had already had an appointment for, they took pictures of the damage and had me contact Chrysler customer service. The vehicle and camper have not been repaired. I filed a claim with Chrysler and I have an appointment on 11/3/22, with the Chrysler representative to take pictures of my vehicle. On the NHTSB, I have noticed that this same issue has happened to similar vehicles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491697October 31, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The speed control system was working recently then stopped for no reason. It does NOT register info on the dashboard or engage. Completely out. Due to the recalls for so many others, this needs to be added to your list.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491607October 31, 2022
POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE
On 18OCT2022 while driving on a flat section of road at approximately 35 m.p.h. my vehicle starting shaking at the area of the hood, and then proceeded to make the entire vehicle shake. Shortly after the shaking, the engine died with the message "Start Vehicle" and "Service Electronic Throttle Control", along with the entire dash lighting up. While coasting to a stop, at approximately 15 m.p.h. the vehicle suddenly locked up as it seems to have shifted itself into park, or applied the emergency brake, I'm not sure which causing the vehicle to slide into the grass I had available to pull off into.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491483October 30, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Truck cut off while driving. Once stopped engine does not restart. Less than 3k miles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491452October 29, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Cracked rear window frame allows water ingress. This water soaks the seats and carpets creating risk of corrosion and mold. There are 4 airbags near where the water comes in creating concerns that they may be compromised. Water leaks into the rf hub causing it to malfunction. This has happened twice. The first time, 5/9/2022 the vehicle would not turn off requiring battery disconnection to turn it off. The second time, 9/14/2022, the vehicle would not start and the electric parking brake would not release. Dealership has confirmed under tsb 23-016-21. There are also 2 others, one for the 3rd brake light and one for the aux antenna. Vehicle has 13500 miles and is out of warranty.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491466October 29, 2022
VISIBILITY/WIPER, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The visor on the driver’s side has had a component fail which causes the visor to fall down and block the driver’s vision. This is a significant safety hazard as it blocks the driver’s view and it takes two hands to push the visor back up so that it is not blocking the driver’s view. The dealer has inspected the vehicle and determined the part is not working properly and has agreed to a warranty repair. However, the part has not been available for four months. Internet reports suggests this is a widespread problem with the Dodge Ram. Having a malfunctioning component that causes the visor to block the driver’s view poses a significant risk that a driver could be in an accident because he or she cannot see the road ahead and cannot clear the field of view without taking both hands off the steering wheel. This is an ongoing risk for Dodge vehicles so long as Dodge does not produce adequate parts to repair the malfunctioning piece.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491441October 29, 2022
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
While operating the vehicle the engine and vehicle itself shut down entirely and I was unable to operate the vehicle. Second before the shut down, I did notice a battery light come up and then the vehicle was inoperable. Vehicle wouldn’t start back up and had to be towed to the nearest manufacturer dealership. Wasn’t even able to put in neutral to push it to a more convenient spot as everything is locked up. Vehicle is still in service as mechanics are unaware of what the issue is. This is a major safety concern because it turned off while driving on the road with no warning signs. Had this happened while I was driving on a fast moving highway, this could have ended much worse.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491254October 28, 2022
STEERING
No warning can not steer confirm Patterson of Bowie tx part can be inspected when defective part was removed it had" old" painted on it previouslyin reverse when incident occured new parts out of stock
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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