Ram 1500 Complaints

11,877 consumer complaints on file.

#11698513November 10, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
UNKNOWN
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698554November 10, 2025
ENGINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, his granddaughter smelled an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle. The contact looked out of the rearview mirror and saw heavy white smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact immediately pulled over and had the occupants exit the vehicle. The contact checked under the hood as white smoke filled the engine compartment. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated prior to the failure. Due to the failure, the contact initially had the vehicle towed to the residence before it was later towed to an independent mechanic. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the mechanic discovered coolant had leaked into the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) cooler. The mechanic also discovered that the vehicle was previously serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V757000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); and the contact was referred to the dealer for assistance. The contact was informed that any repair to the vehicle would be an out-of-pocket expense. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was given a case number. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698616November 10, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
My electronic tailgate latches failed while I was driving down the road, I was towing a trailer, the tailgate got pinned between the tongue of the trailer and the jack, below I will provide pictures of both my damaged tailgate and trailer, i know there was a recall on this problem, that problem has already been addressed prior to this incident by the dealer, I believe this is a very unsafe problem to have as it can cause harm to others on the road.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698629November 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle began to vibrate. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the contact was informed that the front axle half-shaft was worn and needed to be replaced. The contact also took the vehicle to a tire shop and was informed that new tires were needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was referred by the manufacturer to report the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698496November 10, 2025
ENGINE
The engine shut off while driving today. I was turning a corner at slow speed, and the engine shut off, shifted into PARK, applied the emergency brake, and shows a battery warning on the dashboard. I have not taken the vehicle to the dealer, as it just occurred this morning.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698421November 9, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
The ABS Module, part 68228991AD in the 2014 Ram 1500 has failed on my truck and in a large number of vehicles i have found on Ram Truck forums. The failure of this part is impacting multiple systems in my truck and and has made those systems inoperable including ABS, stability control, trailer brake control, cruise control, and potentially others. I don't understand why a recall for this problem has not been issued. To add, the parts have been completely unavailable from Mopar or any supplier. I've had this problem since June 2025 and no part availability anywhere and my son has been driving the vehicle because we have no other choice but to drive this vehicle. Please advise soonest about what can be done to help remedy this situation, I am very concerned about the safety of those driving this vehicle with this problem. Thank you
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698453November 9, 2025
STEERING
The electronic steering unit quits without warning ; if you can even get it to work.Chrysler has acknowledged this problem with other model years and they are aware of the problem in the 2013 model year ; but claim there's not enough of them to worry about
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698326November 8, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
In 2022, I had the dealer replace the driver's visor because it broke and was hanging down by its electrical connection. It was obstructing the drivers forward view. This repair was covered under the bumper to bumper warrantee. In 2025, the visor broke again exactly as before however, this time the repair will not be covered as a defect. Online, there are a lot of people who are having the exact same issue with their visors. I believe that this issue is a major safety issue because it distracts and blocks the drivers view and should become a recall issue
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698098November 7, 2025
ENGINE
I'm the 2nd owner in the vehicle I still owe $4,000 on it. I take very and I mean very good care of it even put a new rear-end in it. I was driving it no.lights came on and it started knocking. When I pulled over I popped the hood and was looking it over went to check the oil pulled the diptych out and it had some coming out of it. I jus very disappointed and to come to find out this is a known problem. Just come from a single momma now with out a vehicle I had to have AAA tow it home
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698157November 7, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Unknown; Stop/Start sends error and malfunctions.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698185November 7, 2025
STEERING
Power steering turn off for 2 seconds if I hit a bump or in the middle of a turn. It will then sometimes turn right back on or just not turn back on. Recalls are on many rams for this issue but not on my truck specifically even though its the same issue other rams are having in the recall list
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698229November 7, 2025
STEERING
Power steering seems to have a defect. There have been other Dodge Rams affected by a power steering recall. When we called our local Dodge service provider they stated that our VIN was not affected by this recall, but there is definitely something wrong with our power steering. It’s very difficult to turn the vehicle and doesn’t seem safe to drive.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698230November 7, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Took excellent care of my truck, doing all recommended maintenance and replacing parts as they wear out. I had catastrophic engine failure at 86k miles. Was getting off a highway on an off ramp and got a low oil pressure warning and lose of power/no throttle response from the truck. Pulled over and oil was spewing out. Had it towed to a shop and they said the engine was seized up and there was metal in the oil, recommended full engine replacement.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11697808November 6, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY, VISIBILITY/WIPER
Rear back glass frame is not sealed and the water is getting in truck doing cold morning the windshield get so much condensation witch would freeze inside the cabin soaking the dash and floor front and rear all coming from the problem of the back glass the frame that surrounds the glass has fracture point , warranty won't cover the repairs needed
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11697878November 6, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the contact became aware that the transmission was shuddering. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to drive the vehicle to the shoulder of the road, the contact noticed a large piece of detached metal flying, which was part of the drive shaft. The contact stated that the transmission was severely shuddering. The contact proceeded to drive the vehicle to the shoulder of the road and saw another large piece of metal flying, which was another part of the drive shaft that had detached from the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear wheels locked up, and the shuddering was persistent. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact and the passenger, who was seated in the front passenger's seat, exited the vehicle. The passenger noticed smoke coming from the vehicle ,but there was no fire. AAA was contacted, and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test was performed. The contact was informed that the rear differential, rear axle, transfer case, and other unknown parts needed to be replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V198000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to contact the manufacturer to report the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact was informed that an inspector would be inspecting the vehicle, however the contact stated that the inspection was not performed. The failure mileage was approximately 53,300.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11697976November 6, 2025
AIR BAGS
My vehicles steering wheel wiring harness rubbed against the driver air bag module retainer spring causing it to break and now the parts need to be replaced. This was a validated recall on other models but for some reason it is not appearing under my VIN. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 15V459000 My vehicle is currently scheduled to get repaired by my mechanic but I believe this should be reimbursed as it was a reported recall on extremely similar models.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698019November 6, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
The etorque generator stopped working, I can’t find the part in any dealership since it’s back ordered with no release date on more than 10,000 parts according to all the dealerships
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11697562November 5, 2025
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
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Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11697582November 5, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
the ABS and traction control / lights flashing and now makes it feel unsafe
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11697645November 5, 2025
STEERING
On Thursday, October 30, 2025, while driving the truck in Gulfport, MS, the power steering locked up several times. I was able to get the vehicle home. On Monday, November 3, I took the truck to Mandal, Dodge Chrysler, in D'Iberville, MS. Upon doing a diagnostic test, Mandal informed me I would need to have new rack and pinion system with the cost being $4500. I refused the repair work. My research pursuant to this issue shows that there is an ongoing investigation into this matter for many similar complaints. There was a partial recall on Dodge Ram 1500's that did not include my vehicle. Dodge Chrysler should be responsible for this repair.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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