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Ram 1500

Safety Grade: F
16,071
Total Complaints
905
Crashes
698
Injuries
14
Deaths

Top Issues

STEERING
2431
ENGINE
2302
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2071
POWER TRAIN
1531
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1174
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1027
SERVICE BRAKES
948
AIR BAGS
553
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
480
SUSPENSION
420

Recent Complaints

2019 RAM 1500 — POWER TRAIN
Transmission won't go into reverse at times, auto shifting back to park before check engine light comes on. Vehicle initially started with hard shifts at low speeds about 25 mph. Issue progressed to the point where vehicle has to be put into reverse. Otherwise vehicle would not shift at the same poi...
2020 RAM 1500 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While driving my Ram Rebel 2020, the eTorque alternator failed, causing the vehicle to lose electrical power and forcing me to be towed. This posed a serious safety risk, including potential loss of power assist for steering and braking. The issue was addressed only by purchasing a replacement eTor...
2023 RAM 1500 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Many vehicles functions are controlled by the Uconnect screen, climate controls, stereo, navigation and hands free phone operation. The 12” screen for the Uconnect system has a know issue where it goes blank, screen dances around and renders the hands free function useless along with the other cri...
2013 RAM 1500 — STEERING
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The EPS message was displayed, and the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic...
2020 RAM 1500 — STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate unexpectedly opened. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campa...
2026 RAM 1500 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
The contact owns a 2026 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System); 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 ...
2026 RAM 1500 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2026 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System); 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 ...
2026 RAM 1500 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2026 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System); 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 ...
2022 RAM 1500 — POWER TRAIN
UNKNOWN exact component, but it is a critical failure within the electrical/charging system or the 48V eTorque system. The dealership previously suspected the eTorque system and replaced the belt tensioner, but the failure continues. The vehicle is currently available for inspection and has been si...
2022 RAM 1500 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
UNKNOWN exact component, but it is a critical failure within the electrical/charging system or the 48V eTorque system. The dealership previously suspected the eTorque system and replaced the belt tensioner, but the failure continues. The vehicle is currently available for inspection and has been si...

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