10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
111,374 miles

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problem #25

Sep 022025

1500

  • 68,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS warning light illuminated, causing the cruise control mode and the 4WD system to become inoperable. Additionally, the traction control, the brakes, and the check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while driving and braking or accelerating on a wet road surface, the vehicle was sliding. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that an electronic brake control system part needed to be replaced, but the part had been discontinued. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving and turning, the electric power steering was inoperable intermittently, but the vehicle experienced excessive unintended steering efforts while turning the wheel back to center after making a turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.

- Blairsville, GA, USA

problem #24

Mar 042025

1500

  • 109,749 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the traction control and ABS warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with ABS module failure. The contact was informed that the HCU and ABS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to parts not being available. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who confirmed the diagnostic result. The vehicle was not repaired because parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,749.

- Gallatin, TN, USA

problem #23

Jul 162024

1500

  • 66,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 RAM 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the parts were on backorder. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed and closed three times. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.

- Cape Coral, FL, USA

problem #22

Jul 142025

1500

  • 184,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the parking brake and check engine warning lights illuminated. The messages "ABS Unavailable" and "Traction Control Unavailable" were displayed. Additionally, the speedometer was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the ABS module needed to be replaced, but the parts were on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 184,000.

- Temple, TX, USA

problem #21

May 232025

1500

  • 113,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the ABS light was illuminated. The contact stated that the braking distance was extended while depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, the traction control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed and it was determined that the control module had failed and needed to be repaired. The contact inquired if the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V287000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and the dealer confirmed the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V287000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC) nor covered under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.

- Mount Airy, NC, USA

problem #20

Aug 012024

1500

  • 66,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the ABS and brake warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the brake pedal the vehicle skidded. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS control module needed to be replaced but the parts were on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to parts being on back order. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.

- Cape Coral, FL, USA

problem #19

Jan 012024

1500

  • 90,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the brakes simultaneously activated, and the rear end of the vehicle fishtailed. The ABS warning light was turning on and off independently. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS had malfunctioned. The contact was informed that the ABS module was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

- Wilmington, DE, USA

problem #18

Apr 132021

1500

  • 114,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle independently stopped, and the vehicle lost motive power. In addition, the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving uphill, and the vehicle rolled backwards down the hill, into oncoming traffic. In addition, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact waited for about twenty-five minutes and the vehicle was started, and the system independently reset. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed ABS and hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU). The contact was informed that the ABS and the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the parts were on backorder. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.

- Lompoc, CA, USA

problem #17

Apr 012024

1500

  • 175,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 18V332000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) 19V347000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES), and 17V302000 (AIR BAGS); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact stated that after driving 5 MPH, the vehicle was parked. The contact then attempted to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to restart. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact attempted to replace the battery and restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with an ABS locking system failure. The vehicle remained at the dealer for a year awaiting the repair because parts were still not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 175,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Industry, TX, USA

problem #16

Feb 222023

1500

  • 110,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the front wheels on the vehicle locked up, causing the vehicle to slide while slowing down or coming to a complete stop. The contact stated that the ABS, Parking Brake, and Traction Control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the ABS Module was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #15

Aug 012023

1500

  • miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the ABS and brake warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that almost a year later, while driving approximately 30 MPH in inclement weather, the vehicle lost traction and slid. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Pasadena, MD, USA

problem #14

Jun 142023

1500

  • 70,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction control, ABS, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS Module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

- Forney, TX, USA

problem #13

Feb 062025

1500

  • 105,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the messages "Service Trailer Brake System, Service Electronic Braking System, and Service Anti-lock Brake System" were displayed on the instrument panel. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with ABS control module. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.

- Mount Juliet, TN, USA

problem #12

Dec 312024

1500

  • 290,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 35-50 MPH or above, the vehicle was shaking and jerking. The contact stated that the RPM became elevated before decreasing. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the cruise control was activated or deactivated. The ABS, the brake light, and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact who is a certified mechanic, diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel cap, EVAP system, and the PCM had failed to respond to the catalytic converter, and the electronic response system for the traction control had failed. The vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V332000 (Electrical System, Speed Control). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the vehicle had been previously repaired under the recall. The dealer was informed of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed, and the fault codes were not cleared. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 290,000.

- Ruffin, SC, USA

problem #11

Sep 012024

1500

  • 95,600 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the ABS module was replaced twice, but the failure persisted while driving. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated and the "Service Shifter" and "Service Transmission" messages displayed were displayed. Additionally, the transmission failed to shift into gear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but informed the contact that the ABS module was on backorder. The failure mileage was approximately 95,600. The VIN was unavailable.

- Mercedes, TX, USA

problem #10

Sep 262024

1500

  • 129,500 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that a module inside the ABS system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 129,500.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #9

Aug 252024

1500

  • 116,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, an audible warning chime and the "Service Shifter" message was displayed. The contact drove the vehicle; however, upon restart of the engine, the gear shifter failed to move out of park(P). The vehicle was initially towed to an independent mechanic where several undisclosed repair attempts were made; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer where the contact was informed that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The vehicle remained in the dealer possession unrepaired. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

- Pike Road, AL, USA

problem #8

Aug 012024

1500

  • 22,400 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the power steering malfunctioned, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. During the failure the message "Power Steering" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who determined that the power steering module and steering rack were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. Also, while operating the vehicle the brake pedal became spongy and extended to the floorboard while depressed causing the stopping distance to be extended. The contact stated that the failures had occurred after the battery was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 22,400.

- Grain Valley, MO, USA

problem #7

Sep 012024

1500

  • 102,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the ABS module was under engineering review. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

- Wyoming, DE, USA

problem #6

Dec 232023

1500

  • 95,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, there was smoke coming through the A/C vents. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The dealer informed the contact that the ABS module was under engineering review. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was drivable. The contact stated that after driving 5 miles and arriving at the residence, the front brakes seized, causing the wheels to become significantly hot, and the weights on the wheels started to melt and separate. The contact stated that the vehicle was undrivable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.

- Athens, TN, USA

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