10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
16 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 0
Average Mileage:
33,422 miles

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problem #255

Feb 222024

1500

  • miles
Truck's power steering goes out, I have to restart truck a few times for it to work again. Service Power steering comes on when it's not working. It has not gone out while driving but I am fearful that it will.

- Raleigh, NC, USA

problem #254

Feb 082024

1500

  • miles
Started off with intermittent power steering failure which has now led into complete power steering failure

- Arlee, MT, USA

problem #253

Feb 112024

1500

  • miles
I was driving down the highway and all of a sudden my power steering went out and the truck jerked, nearly causing me to roll the vehicle. I managed to get it wheel straight enough that I did not wreck. Never been more scared in my life. I got off the highway near a local shop and the mechanic says this is an on going problem with the rack and pinions in my make and model year truck.

- Akron, OH, USA

problem #252

Feb 022024

1500

  • miles
Intermittent power steering. Works great then all of a sudden have no steering, then a minute later it-??s back working. Other times it is very choppy steering.

- Sodus, NY, USA

problem #251

Feb 052024

1500

  • miles
While entering the on ramp to the Interstate the electronic power steering failed without warning. It was raining and I narrowly avoided crashing. My mechanic inspected the truck and gave an estimate for repairs, saying he's seen this failure in one other similar truck.

- Gainesville, FL, USA

problem #250

Feb 122024

1500

  • miles
The power steering on my 2014 Ram 1500 seems to be not working at times. The steering can be hard to turn at times and is happening more frequently. I did some research and there have been recalls on this issue but not the 2014 model year. I feel this is an accident waiting to happen as i need my vehicle every day and cannot afford the price tag to make this repair. i have seen on social media that many other have this same problem and something needs to be done about it.

- Millersburg, OH, USA

problem #249

Feb 152024

1500

  • miles
Power steering failed

- New Hill, NC, USA

problem #248

Feb 162023

1500

  • miles
Power steering went out on my truck

- Richwood, OH, USA

problem #247

Feb 062024

1500

  • miles
In 2021, my power steering module failed and was inoperable. The power steering module was replaced and now, less than 3x years and < 20,000 miles the power steering module is failing again. In 2021, the power steering failed instantly, without warning. It was almost impossible to steer the car without 'hanging' on the steering wheel as the steering wheel was 'fighting' the driver's input. In 2024, the power steering is failing intermittently. Sometimes turning the steering wheel is easy and tires are responsive, other times the steering wheel appears to 'catch' and resist/fight the driver and then respond sporadically, making steering difficult to predict.

- Wheaton, IL, USA

problem #246

Feb 052024

1500

  • 102,795 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 60-?"65 MPH, the power steering became inoperable. The steering wheel was difficult to turn off the road. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, and an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V167000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 102,795.

- Hampstead, NC, USA

problem #245

Jan 292024

1500

  • miles
Electric Power Steering has stopped working. The vehicle is very difficult to turn and return to straight. NO warning lamps or service lights appear.

- Chenoa, IL, USA

problem #244

Jul 182022

1500

  • 70,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering was inoperable. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle to regain power steering functionality. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact who is an independent mechanic, diagnosed the vehicle with a failed EPS rack and pinion. The contact stated that the EPS rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

- Eagle River, AK, USA

problem #243

Jan 292024

1500

  • miles
I was driving my 2014 ram in a 25 mph residential area, and went to turn right and wound up hitting the curb on the other side of the street because my truck would not make the full turn. I continued to drive and test the left and right turn, and it refused to turn on either side. There were no warning lights, and no codes were found when tested. I am infuriated that this is not considered recall material. It is extremely dangerous to the driver and anyone else in it's path. I am fortunate enough to not have been driving to work at 60mph. I had been loyal to dodge for years, but that is a thing of the past. I am in the process of buying another vehicle at a very inopportune time.

- Charlotte, MI, USA

problem #242

Jan 172024

1500

  • miles
Our truck kept coming up with check engine, ABS and traction control lights. Come to find out, it is the ABS Module Control that needs to be replaced. In doing research, I have found that there have been numerous complaints on this same issue for years. At what point does it become neglect on Dodge" There have been accidents yet they're continuing to ignore this situation and it's allowed??"

- Enfield, CT, USA

problem #241

Jan 262024

1500

  • miles
My steering wheel felt like it was stuck and had to force it left or right to change lanes on the expressway at 75 miles per hour. The electric power steering rack is no longer working and it will not turn the wheels. It is still on the vehicle at this time. I could have lost all steering on the highway causing a collision. It has not been looked at by a dealer or independent shop yet. There were no lights or warnings before the incident however the next time I was going to drive the truck the steering wheel wouldn't move and I got a "Service Power Steering" message on the dash.

- Marana, AZ, USA

problem #240

Jan 302024

1500

  • miles
Steering stopped working and has error code. Tried resetting and such and still not working

- Marysville, PA, USA

problem #239

Jan 282024

1500

  • miles
On 1.28.2024 my 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 R/T lost power steering twice making it nearly impossible to safely steer

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #238

Jan 122024

1500

  • miles
Approximately two weeks ago I was driving the truck and exiting off the interstate and at the end of the ramp intended to turn left as I had a green light. As I slowed to safely turn I lost all power steering assistance and ended up jumping the curb and leaving the roadway. Thank God I didn-??t hit anyone or damage any property. I was able to fight the steering wheel to make it home. I checked the power steering fluid level and condition of fluid for possible contaminants but found no issue. I remember a recall issued for 2015-2016 Rams for power steering failures. I believe the issue is much wider than initially thought. I have not gotten an estimate on the repairs.

- Springfield, OH, USA

problem #237

Jun 012023

1500

  • 105,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 50-?"55 MPH, the power steering functionality became inoperable. The red steering wheel warning light was illuminated after the failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the rack and pinion and steering assembly module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Action Number: RQ23003 (Steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.

- Highland Village, TX, USA

problem #236

Dec 052022

1500

  • miles
Parked vehicle was fine, next day started truck to back out took both hands to turn wheel. Shut, restarted -no difference. Poage dealer Hannibal mo said 2-3 month back order and questionable. Used old part #, got part weeks later $2413.23 part replaced.

- Bowling Green, MO, USA

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