10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
7,391 miles

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problem #104

Mar 162022

1500

  • miles
7 inch instrument cluster does not come on....started after a software update. This houses all information for safety concerning the truck.

- Tallahassee, FL, USA

problem #103

May 072022

1500

  • miles
Rear window frame has cracked. Allows water into the cabin. Creates awful smell and wet seats. Water drips onto seat belt which will most likely cost it to not work properly over time.

- Duncansville, PA, USA

problem #102

Aug 212022

1500

  • miles
Sunroof EXPLODED/SHATTERED while I was driving. Caused me to run off the roadway to the right shoulder and almost collided into a Electric Pole.

- Tulare, CA, USA

problem #101

Aug 162022

1500

  • miles
The entertainment system in the truck suddenly started playing at maximum volume and the volume control could not reduce the extremely loud sound (using either the steering wheel mounted controls, or on dash controls). This caused a temporary major distraction as I quickly tried to reduce the painfully loud sound while on the Interstate highway. Using the settings section in the system menus could not solve the problem (but the mute button worked). I had to find a highway rest area and the only solution to the either off or maximum volume of the system was to disconnect the negative wire on the truck battery to get the system to hard reboot. The system reset after disconnecting the battery and the problem did not re-occur. Looking online I see that some other drivers have encountered the same issue.

- Burgettstown, PA, USA

problem #100

Aug 012022

1500

  • miles
I was driving in my neighborhood and slowed down to take a curve. Going no more than 20mph the truck stalls and starts beeping. The 'drive' light indicator started flashing and the dash had a message to shift into 'P'. It then shifted itself into neutral. I had to stop immediately and put it in park and turned it off. When I turned it back on it was fine. Dealership could not duplicate.

- Ocala, FL, USA

problem #99

Jun 162022

1500

  • miles
A recall will only be issued for safety concerns. A Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) will be issued for known problems which are not a safety concern. A TSB isn't required to be repaired, so many times they aren't checked or fixed unless the consumer reports the problem. Likewise, if not addressed during the warranty period, they are typically* up to you to fix and/or pay for. (* more on this below) This is unlike a recall which will have safety implications and thus it must be repaired regardless of model year or mileage. This is why they send things out in the mail urging you to have the vehicle inspected/repaired. This covers them against legal claims if the affected part fails and causes injury/death. Don't confuse a "recalled" item with a known defect. They are two very different things. FCA well knows it's a common problem and they've got a TSB on it However, a leaking window/roof does not pose a safety concern so there isn't a recall for it. That doesn't mean it's not a known defect. With this being a known issue it makes it extremely difficult for FCA to claim i have a flooding problem that i caused. They know there's a potential for the leak resulting from a manufacturer defect and they're actively repairing that very issue on my truck. This defect is known to cause the rear seat area to accumulate water/moisture. This also If this leak is a known issue, then shouldn't the etorque system be shielded from the potential risk of water exposure? That's not on me I didn't alter the vehicle, drive through deep water, or somehow create damage to the covered part. It's a manufacturer defect plain and simple.It happens to be where the etorque battery is located. Water is obviously bad for electronics. Therefore the logical and reasonable person would conclude that the defect has cause the failure of the etorque system. So what about that warranty. Obviously the leak is outside the 3 year/36K mile warranty. However a vehicle warranty guarantees (or "warrants")

- New Windsor, NY, USA

problem #98

Apr 042022

1500

  • miles
This vehicle has developed an exhaust manifold leak/problem. When I have taken it to the dealer, they inform me that although there is no recall pending, it is so prevalent that Ram has developed a repair kit for what is a known widespread problem. I believe that there is a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to all users of vehicles that have developed this problem.

- Star, ID, USA

problem #97

Apr 092021

1500

  • miles
After purchasing my 2019 Dodge 1500 I started hearing a ticking sound from underneath at about 64,880 miles. I have ignored the issue due to the dodge booklet says that the hemi engine makes consurning sounds but this is common with the HEMI 5.7. I drove my friend to pick up her daughter and her ex told me that I had a exhaust manifold issue with the bolts and they are sheered off. Little did I know, until after research, that this has been going on for over a decade and the consumers are getting screwed and the dealerships are selling the dodge chrysler 5.7 hemi knowing there have been years of issues. I can not afford to fix my truck and I use it for making my living. I think its time for a class lawsuit.

- Mesa, AZ, USA

problem #96

Feb 012022

1500

  • miles
The rear window frame has cracked due to chasie flex. It's been repaired one time already.

- Highland Lakes , NJ, USA

problem #95

Mar 282022

1500

  • miles
Vehicle stalled and forced the transmission into Park while driving. Vehicle came to an instant halt. If this would-€™ve happened on a highway speeds this could have posed a serious safety risk. Vehicle very often stalls right after starting and the problem has been getting increasingly worse and more often. The vehicle has not been inspected by anybody and there are no warning lights.

- Monsey, NY, USA

problem #94

Feb 252022

1500

  • miles
Rear window shattered after using defrost

- Littleton, CO, USA

problem #93

Feb 252022

1500

  • miles
I was driving my truck home and while approaching a stop sign I proceed to apply the brakes, my vehicle drop out of drive, the D on my shift knob began flashing and a message was displayed on the panel that stated " select the P (park) and then desired gear". I looked online to see if I was the only person having this issue and it turns out that this issue is all over the forums. I considered this to be potentially dangerous issue since this could also happen in traffic. I contacted the dealership and they stated that there was no recall notice for such an issue. They stated that they were backed up with service issues and could not look at my truck for weeks. I think RAM (FCA) should look into this issue asap.

- Hauppauge, NY, USA

problem #92

Feb 022022

1500 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The direction signals will only work when taking a right turn. The signal stalk will not return to the neutral position and the signal will not shut off after making a right turn. In order to shut off the right signal, I must pull the signal stalk to the left turn position. However, the left turn signal will not operate. Further when making a right turn the signal will begin operating even though I have not engaged the turn signal. The truck is only 38 months old, with only 18,600 miles on it. The turn signal is a lifetime part and should last decades and hundreds of thousands of miles. It is dangerous to operate the vehicle in traffic especially at night as I cannot signal a left turn. I took it to the dealer, but the service agent wanted me to pay $145 just to diagnose the problem and then parts and labor. The vehicle is just beyond the 36-month warranty, but at only 18,600 miles, the dealer should repair this as it is a safety issue.

- Prudence Island, RI, USA

problem #91

Mar 162020

1500

  • miles
When I come to a sudden or slow stop either coming to a stop sign or going around a corner or traffic jam on the highway, my truck will sometimes surge and accelerate suddnly before coming to a complete stop. When that doesnt happen the truck will just drop into nuetral and the cluster will display " please shift to park then select desired gear". Its not just annoying but a safety issue since ive almost been rear ended twice and almost t-boned while my wife and 8 year old daughter were in the car with me. I cant moved till i stop the vehicle to put it in park and then back in drive everytime it does it. Its been happening ever since 25k miles and im at 52k miles. Ive take. It to the dealer twice and they daid they couldnt replicate the problem so they couldnt do anything. Then no dealer near me does courtesy vehicles except one 50 minute away from me but they only have two courtesy trucks and they are always out and have no idea when they will get them back and i work out of my truck so i need a truck so i can never schedule an appointment to take my truck in for anything including this issue. I just want my brand new truck to work that im paying $600 month for. I dont wanna trade it in and get stuck on a new loan and more money out of my pocket. This is the most aggravating experiance of my life and no way to reconcile the issue in site. Please help.

- Palm Coast, FL, USA

problem #90

Jan 052022

1500

  • miles
The rear window frame cracked. Water leaks into the interior. The window could fall out while traveling and create a road hazard or strike a vehicle behind me. It is a known issue as Ram has updated the part to correct the problem, but refuses to replace due to vehicle being 2 mos out of warranty and only 15k miles.

- Bristol , VA, USA

problem #89

Jan 172022

1500

  • miles
1. Rear glass seal failed as a result of manufacturer defect allowing water to leak into back of passenger compartment, just below the airbags in the rear/roof of the cab. 2. Concern is that increased moisture inside the passenger compartment may impact the functionality of air bag or other electronic systems. 3 & 4. Rear glass was inspected by the manufacturer and replacement was recommended. Defect with rear glass seal/cracked window frames is documented in MOPAR Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 23-016-21. This is a known issue to the manufacturer. 5. No warnings other than moisture build-up on the windows inside the passenger compartment and a saturated back seat and carpeting after wet weather.

- Loudon, TN, USA

problem #88

Jul 012020

1500

  • miles
I have had radio issues since Mid 2020 on my 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn. I have gone to the dealer and they have updated the software. It was good for a short, SHORT, time and then the issue continued. At the end of November of 2020, my battery went bad for a second time. I took it in to the dealer because the radio was not working again and this time they ordered a new radio. The maps system would show my 250 miles to the East Southeast. I live in Wichita, KS and it would have me in a field outside of Tulsa, OK. The radio would display also the same message that -€œdive not supported-€. I finally got a replacement radio and the maps worked but the display immediately went back to -€œdevice not supported.-€ I went back into the dealership and they contacted Mopar once again and the service person told me that an update was coming in the spring of 2021. I have contacted the dealership and -€œUS Customer Care | uscustomercare@fcagroup.com" by the installed help system multiple times and I have received one replay but was told at each phone contact that someone would be contacting me to followup. No one has ever returned a call for a follow-up. I would like my radio back and to be able to use it like it was purchased to function. It is a distraction to use since it also controls the air conditioning and the heat functions as well as hands-free for my phone. Please look into this matter and PLEASE keep me updated on it. It is a hazard and needs to be repaired properly

- Wichita, KS, USA

problem #87

Oct 162021

1500

  • miles
Parked, sprayed windshield with washer fluid, liquid streamed down inside of windshield (leak) in three separate locations.

- Montpelier, VA, USA

problem #86

Oct 152021

1500

  • miles
5.7 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel with MDS engine stop with low MPH and turning onto oncoming traffic. I was not accelerating, nor applying the brake. Just slowly rolling into a left turn. It has happened about 4 times and usually during a U-turn. Only two options to get it out of condition during oncoming traffic!!! 1) Engine dies, apply the brake, shift to park, release the parking brake, shift to drive 2) While still rolling in turn, engage/turn the shifter to neutral and lightly touch the brake pedal, the engine will start, then shift into drive

- La Vernia, TX, USA

problem #85

Apr 252021

1500

  • miles
Instrument cluster panel has been intermittent for some time and eventually is now blank. It is a safety hazard since you cannot get any information about tire pressure, oil pressure, and other information.

- Midland, TX, USA

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