10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 5
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,900 miles

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problem #141

Jan 092020

1500

  • 34,000 miles
The truck acts like it was restarted when im driving down road. The lights go out all the gages turn off and reset its not a good thing when U are driving at night. It has happened more then the one time on 01/09/2020 it has happened 3 times this month an be for that it would do it here and there. When I first purchased it the dealer had it every week for 3 months but it never did it for them but there should be some records of me having it in there. It would happen at different speeds anywhere from 30 mph to 60 mph

- Baker, WV, USA

problem #140

Jan 052021

1500

  • 2 miles
12-5-21 driving to and from store. Power steering warning light activated and loss power steering. Put the vehicle. Into reverse when realized no steering. I thought mt steering wheel was locked. Dealer has it at this time. No work being done. I feel this is related to the recalls in the past and recent recalls. Help me please.

- Wailuku, HI, USA

problem #139

Jan 042021

1500

  • 71,524 miles
Referring to NHTSA campaign number: 16V167000. Recall on 2015-2016 Ram 1500, eps control circuit component failure. Recall should be extended to Ram 1500S to include all fourth generation models, 2013-2019. While driving experienced loss of power steering. This problem would resolve by restarting the vehicle to regain normal power steering. Power steering loss was intermittent then became more frequent till complete loss of power steering which could not be resolved by restarting the vehicle.

- Honolulu, HI, USA

problem #138

Jan 042021

1500

  • 71,524 miles
Complete loss of power steering while driving resulting in difficulty in turning and controlling the vehicle. Restarting the ignition would result in return to normal power steering. The loss of power steering was intermittent at first then became more frequent till complete loss of power steering which could not be resolved by restarting the vehicle.

- Honolulu, HI, USA

problem #137

Aug 182020

1500

  • miles
First thing that happened dashboard and radio lights were glitching on and off then warning indicator stated my rear brakes lights were out then my turn signals, then it stated my headlights were out but none of these lights or signals were out. A month later my turn signal was blinking very fast so I checked it and my left turn signal was out but the indicator didn't inform me I replaced bulb it started back working then I noticed driving home at night my headlights weren't as bright as usual so I checked it and my right side headlight was out so I replaced the bulb but it didn't look burned out but I replaced it any way with a new one it didn't come back on so I put the old bulb back in then searched for the fuse even contacted Dodge dealership they stated that that didn't know where the fuse was located neither so then like 3days later the headlight comes back on so now today 2months later my same turn signal and headlight went back out again dashboard is glitching again as well I changed bulbs again still no lights alot of people with the same Dodge Ram have been asking me if I've been having problems with my lights like they have I stated yes indeed people have been saying to not to deal with Dodge Ram 1500 because of the electrical problems I need some assistance or I might not be purchasing another Dodge

- Riverdale, GA, USA

problem #136

Oct 132020

1500

  • miles
Radio lock up no more accs to any devises ex camra radio temp contrle etc

- St Jerome, AA, USA

problem #135

Sep 152020

1500

  • 76,000 miles
BCM module that controls automatic door locks only locks the drivers door and the tailgate. Pushing the key fob will unlock all doors but will only lock the drivers door and tailgate. Many people on the Ram forum report the same issue. It's a problem because I can't lock the doors and keep my kids inside with the child safety locks on. Unless I get out of the car or reach over and behind me to lock them manually. Pressing the door switch on either side of the vehicle will not lock the other three passenger doors or tailgate. This is also a safety issue for us if someone were to try and carjack us because the doors won't lock.

- Golden, CO, USA

problem #134

Aug 312020

1500

  • 130,000 miles
The wiring harness for the driver's side headlight is faulty. It has been repaired and reconnected several times and the headlight continue to turn off while driving. If it's unplugged and reconnected it will work for a while. This is a known issue amongst Ram owners based on my internet research. I can't believe Ram has not already issued a recall for this as they should know, based on their repairs, that this wiring harness is faulty.

- Signal Mountain, TN, USA

problem #133

Jul 022020

1500

  • 101,000 miles
The instrument cluster lights constantly go in and out regardless of temperature or day or night.

- Rockford, MI, USA

problem #132

Jun 012020

1500

  • 88,000 miles
The contact's son owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that during hot weather, the fuse box overheated which caused the back up camera screen to be inoperable or to become distorted. The contact also stated that the air conditioning unit was also inoperable. The contact reached out to pomoco Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of newport news (12629 jefferson ave, newport news, va 23602) where he was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted and a case was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

- Newport News, VA, USA

problem #131

Apr 012014

1500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 16,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced several electrical failures which were attributable to the keyfob. The contact stated he was on several occasions unable to turn the vehicle off due to the failure. Additionally, the vehicle would start-up, lock and unlock the doors independently. The vehicle was taken to lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of tri-cities (7171 w canal dr, kennewick, wa 99336) where the keyfob was replaced however, the failure persisted. The contact attempted to use the replacement keyfob however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no additional assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 5,000. The consumer has stated the failure was estimated to be less than 16,00 miles.

- Pasco, WA, USA

problem #130

Jun 192020

1500 8-cyl

  • 70,000 miles
The computer screen will not light so you cant use any of your controls had to replace brakes shocks and struts and calipers sun roof wont open back window wont open the engine light is on saying low oil pressure but the gage on the truck shows it right in the middle cant use the radio or the phone or control the air or the heat because that's all on the screen that wont light up the back up camera wont work I checked for recalls on the VIN number it said there was none the exhaust manifold ticks super loud when you first start it then the noise goes away after the truck warms up I have put new tires on it twice I have the oil changed every time that its due with expensive royal purple had to put a new battery in it the truck might look nice but I would never purchase another one !!!!!!!!!!! it has been the worst vehicle I have ever purchased and I am very disappointed with the truck and the experience !!!!!!!!!0

- Beaverton, MI, USA

problem #129

Mar 272020

1500

  • 5,500 miles
Constant electrical issues. Air bag light came on multiple times before finally being repaired. Ac/heater motor went out 4 times before it was determined the wiring harness had burnt. Heater would go on and off on it's own

- Canton, GA, USA

problem #128

Oct 272019

1500

  • miles
I was shopping in ikea at atlantic station when I came out I saw fire trucks in the parking lot just to walk up and find that my truck was on fire and the fire department was putting out the fire.

- Decatur, GA, USA

problem #127

Feb 172020

1500

  • 110,000 miles
Service electric brake comes on intermittently a couple of time a day and sometimes screen goes black while driving

- Clanton, AL, USA

problem #126

Jul 222001

1500

  • 8,250 miles
My truck will not start, it won't even turn on.it continuously says check the fuel cap and the check engine light will turn on but absolutely nothing is wrong with it (before it started to act up). Even though it seems like the batteries dead and we know it won't turn on it's still making a loud like clicking or knocking noise. It will stop for a minute and then start again. I've never heard a car do that before so I don't think that's normal. My clicker key won't even work to lock or unlock or even set the panic off.

- Black River, NY, USA

problem #125

Jul 202019

1500

  • 80 miles
I tried this once and lost it downloading a picture. I had a problem putting gas in my truck. It kept making the gas pump pop. Eventually it took 30-40 min to get gas in it. I started using a 5 gallon gas can to get gas in it. I took it to my mechanic and it cost over a thousand dollars to fix. Also I had a problem with my tailgate opening while I was driving, one of the times a trailer was attached and it opened an hit the hitch and dented it making it hard to open it. One day I stopped at a business on joppa rd in perry hall to pick up 2 lawnmowers and when I pulled out on joppa road and the tailgate popped open again and the mowers fell out and started grilling down the road and luckily the owner of the business saw it happen and helped me catch them before they caused and accident. I'm not going to try to download a picture because I don't want to lose this again. I never got recalls on these things until after these things happened

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #124

Nov 252019

1500

  • 101,000 miles
My truck was backed into my driveway, parked overnight, and would not respond to key fob. I tried second fob, also had no response. I manually opened door and truck would not respond in any way. I call road side assistance. Tow truck jumped battery, which allowed truck to start, but promptly died once cables were removed. Tow truck towed vehicle to Dodge dealership for assessment. Initial diagnoses was failed alternator. However, once alternator was replaced, several other issues arose, immediately. The pdc and cable, battery as well as wiper motor, among other items in line, were also damaged. Smoke instantly filled engine compartment. The mechanic stated that it appeared that voltage had been backfed thus causing extensive damage not noted earlier. The dealership thinks that if they submitt additional repair requests to mopar, beyond alternator failure, that this will result in non payment by my extended, lifetime warranty package I purchased with vehicle. I have the damaged pdc but was not allowed to keep other items. I also have photos of items replaced. My insurance company stated that this pdc issue to be a known issue with this make and model. I've had electrical problems since August, beginning with transmission celanoid as well as failure to recognize key fob. Other issues since, which also appear to be electrical issues, have resulted in numerous days off work, $100 deductibles being paid, and frustrating hours on the phone with insurance companies, both mine and the tow truck.

- Verona, MS, USA

problem #123

Jan 202020

1500

  • 110,000 miles
My 2013 Ram will lock the doors randomly, with no one in it or near it. Its happened many times, now I have to leave a window down if im just unloading the back, or carry a spare key. I've been working in the yard, keys not even on me, and I hear "click" and all the doors are locked. This is a safety hazard as I could get locked out somewhere. I live in deep woods, there are no neighbors to have a conflicting key, so to speak. I have almost been locked out several times, but have either had a spare key, or left the window down while pumping gas, etc. This happens with the motor off, no one in the car, key fob may be in my pocket or 100 yards away in the house in a drawer. Happened again yesterday, truck hadnt even been driven, I was out shoveling snow and I hear "click", all locked up again.

- Mica, WA, USA

problem #122

Jan 222015

1500

  • 20,000 miles
Electric door locks work intermittently on the four door of the cab. It is not a door actuator issue as the doors lock and unlock in an unusual pattern. It appears to be related to a control module. This door lock and unlock issue could interfere with child safety locks as I see it. There are multiple reports of this issue with other owners as evidenced with online searches.

- Leesburg, FL, USA

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