10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 38
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 0
Average Mileage:
49,806 miles

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problem #297

Oct 032024

1500

  • 145,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 RAM 1500. The contact stated that while driving on multiple occasions at various speeds the vehicle lost power. A " Service Electronic Throttle Control" message appeared. The check engine warning light was also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the crankshaft position sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.

- Larned, KS, USA

problem #296

Sep 022024

1500

  • 64,545 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to stop and had the vehicle jumpstarted. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the battery needed to be replaced. The contact advised the mechanic that the check engine warning light was illuminated for almost one year prior to the failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the check engine warning light had been illuminated. The contact called a dealer who advised the contact to bring the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test to be performed. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer, and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,545.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #295

Oct 042024

1500

  • miles
22V-406 high pressure fuel pump ("HPFP") safty recall not completed as of Oct 7th 2024 vehicle had unexpected loss of motive power 20V-475 loss of crankshaft position I have loss of crankshaft position resulted in engine stall, as well as loss of the ability to restart the engine 19V-757 Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) i have Coolant loss, coolant color Turing brown/black, major build up of soot buildup in intake manifold and EGR. Driving and vehicle lost all power fuel light came on, throttle control light came on, low oil light came on, speed dropped to 5mph when I was doing 55mph. Was able to coast vehicle off the road almost getting hit from behind by a semi truck. Dodge Dealership sold me truck November 2023 and said there was NO safty recalls open or uncompleted. But as I am now finding out the recall for the high pressure fuel pump was infact OPEN and uncompleted dealership even singed a document stating this vehicle has no recalls. Dealership says recalls 20V-475 and 19V-757 have already been done but getting the same issues as to why the recalls where issued. Now my vehicle has been at the dealership for a month and has yet to even be looked at and the dealership and Dodge refuse to provide a loaner vehicle and tell me to go rent one. I can't afford to rent a car it's over $300 a week without rental car insurance. I'm on limited income disabled veteran I have attempted to contact dodge ram corporate office and only get people that are overseas at a call center that provide no help and refuse to have someone at dodge ram corporate contact me Would provide photos of everything but unable to get the vehicle due to its in the back yard of the dealership.

- Miami , AZ, USA

problem #294

Sep 062024

1500

  • miles
Was driving to store got to store came out vehicle won't start just keeps turning over. From others that have the same vehicle ecodiesel I'm told it's the tone wheel/crankshaft position. And that the cheap plastic housing chips which causes the no start. Also recall for high pressure fuel pump. And the closest dealership to me can't get my vehicle in for over a month and won't provide a loaner vehicle. I'm well over 2 hours from any other dealership. I bought this vehicle from a dodge ram dealership and was told "NO RECALLS PRESENT " they even had me sign a paper that stated that and gave me a carfax that so no recalls and no recalls ever. But turns out there are 18 recalls for this vehicle. Bought thus vehicle November 2023. So now this vehicle is sitting in my driveway not running and can't get it fixed because the closest dealership can't because they have 1 ONE technician, and no other dealership will tow it to get fix free of charge. All of the symptoms are related to both recalls. High pressure fuel pump, and tone wheel /crankshaft position. Lastly a LOT of people are having to replace the intake manifold regardless of milage for this type of motor.

- Miami, AZ, USA

problem #293

Sep 062024

1500

  • miles
No power going up hills, won't shift going down hill, park sensors lights come on, zero oil pressure then Electronic Throttle. From what I seen on internet and from others with the same issues it's due to high pressure fuel pump which has a recall on it. But when it was sold by the dealership in November 2023 the dealership said there was NO open recalls. But then I find out there is an open recall for the high pressure fuel pump. Now this issues keeps going on. And today September 6 2024 my vehicle lost all power and the fuel light and Electronic throttle Warning light came on and if I had not been in the right Lane and a turn in I would have been hit from behind!

- Miami, AZ, USA

problem #292

Aug 262024

1500

  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and experienced a loss in motive power. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the road and restarted the vehicle; however, upon arrival to the destination, there was black smoke coming from the rear exhaust. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was advised to take the vehicle to a local dealer for a recall repair. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where the high-pressure fuel pump was replaced; however, metal fragments were found in the fuel injectors were damaged. The contact was informed that unburnt fuel had damaged the DEF sensor and the sensor needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact was informed that the failure was related to Chrysler Recall: Z46; however, the repair was not covered by the warranty. The vehicle was not repaired because the repair was not covered by the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

- Hillsborough, NC, USA

problem #291

Aug 082024

1500

  • miles
Engine seized while driving at freeway speeds. Complete and permanent loss of power to the vehicle without warning lamps, messages, or prior symptoms. Near collisions on freeway due to sudden loss of power and no power to maneuver the vehicle. Emergency tow required to remove myself and vehicle from soft center median with no guard rail. The manufacturer/dealership has inspected the vehicle. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request.

- Verdi, NV, USA

problem #290

Mar 012024

1500

  • miles
Tone wheel cracked, part available, at dealership currently very costly to fix

- White Pigeon , MI, USA

problem #289

Jun 022024

1500

  • 122,000 miles
The contact owned a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while hauling a 2018 Jayco Hummingbird at 50 MPH, the "Low Voltage Battery" warning message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact immediately pulled over and exited the vehicle as white smoke began to emit from underneath the hood. The smoke quickly turned into flames as the contact attempted to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher. The contact used a total of three fire extinguishers in an attempt to extinguish the fire; however, the fire returned after each attempt. With the assistance of a fellow motorist, the contact managed to pour water over the entire engine which finally extinguished the fire. The authorities arrived at the scene and performed a thorough inspection of the vehicle to ensure that the fire was extinguished. A police report was filed. The contact suffered severe mental trauma as a result of the incident. The vehicle was initially towed to an independent tow yard but was later placed in the possession of the contact's insurance company. The dealer nor the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle was deemed a total loss as a result of the fire. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000.

- Hayden, CO, USA

problem #288

Jun 082024

1500

  • miles
I previously sent a complaint regarding my vehicles CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. I took it to a dealership and I now have to wait for the part to be ordered! Then it is going to be about 2 weeks before it can be repaired! I was told by the dealership that this part had been on a recall list! So I feel someone should be responsible for fixing and paying for this repair! Approximately $1000! I bought the truck used so therefore the dealer I bought it from should have known this! Right?! HOLZHAUERS MOTORS..NASHVILLE ILLINOIS My truck is being repaired by ABSHER ARNOLD MOTORS MARION ILLINOIS NOW. This is close to where I now live. I really feel someone should be helping me with this repair! You can verify my info by contacting Absher Motors 618-993-5000 Help would be appreciated!

- Ozark, IL, USA

problem #287

Apr 262024

1500

  • miles
My Ram 1500 Ecodiesel was reprogrammed by Henkle Auto dealership in Battle Creek Mi. It now has a dead fuel pedal when cold and will then lunge all at once. I also lost 4 mpg. I have contacted the dealer and Ram Chrysler, and they said that there is nothing they can do to undue an updated ECM program. My case number from Chrysler is [XXX]. This is a huge safety issue, and the dealer or Chrysler will fix the issue. Need help. Thank You INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Sturgis, MI, USA

problem #286

Jan 122024

1500

  • miles
Dodge sent us a safety recall in May 2021 for Crankshaft Positioner Sensor and Toner Wheel faulty part. We took it to our local dodge dealership, they ran a computer test and said "it's fine" and sent us on our way. The car involuntarily stalled a few times while driving it the past few years. In February 2024, we took the vehicle in (AGAIN) to have the same issue looked at and they said the part needed to be replaced and said dodge will not pay for it and charged us $2900. Dodge is refusing to take accountability for this original safety recall and we are very concerned that our family was put at risk many times while driving this vehicle. Dodge new this part was a faulty part and refused to replace it.

- Mill Creek, WA, USA

problem #285

Mar 172023

1500

  • miles
The engine seems to have failed. Yes it is available for inspection upon request. My safety was put at risk as the vehicle lost all power on the highway. Yes, the problem has been confirmed by a dealer or independent service center. Yes, the vehicle has been inspected, but due diligence needs to be done on the part of the inspectors to get at the root cause of the failure. No, that was one of the most alarming and scary parts is that there were no symptoms, warning messages, etc.

- Carlsbad, CA, USA

problem #284

Feb 032024

1500

  • miles
engine failure. Driving and heard a noise then oil pressure drops to zero psi and warning came one. Oil pressure would go back up during driving but during stop/idle would go back to zero. removal of oil filter and visual inspection showed metal particles. Oil was always changed ontime.

- Pikeville, NC, USA

problem #283

Dec 242023

1500

  • miles
Vehicle would not restart after being shut off, thereby leaving me stranded on the side of the road in an area without cell phone reception or through-traffic, which led to me having to walk 7 miles at night while in below-freezing temperatures to get help. The engine component that failed was the tone wheel (part of the crank position sensing system). It failed without any warning. This engine component was previously subject to a recall (W58) that did not address the primary issue, which is the component's manufacturing/design defect that renders the vehicle inoperable as soon as it occurs. This defect can create life-threatening situations for drivers and passengers inside these vehicles when the defect occurs in uninhabited areas, as well as other motorists if the defect occurs on busy roadways. Many others have reported experiencing the same problem in vehicles with relatively low mileage, which is unique to this particular engine.

- Suffern, NY, USA

problem #282

Feb 292024

1500

  • miles
Vehicle driving at cruise speed (approximately 55 - 65 mph) on hard surface road. No warning or indicators displayed or observed when suddenly the oil pressure bottoms out, engine loses compression and very loud metal clunking sound while it stalls out. Oil blown all over wheels and tires, making it hard to get to shoulder. Cannot shift into neutral while running. All oil drains out on road and roadside and coats windscreen of car behind.. Towed to dealer. Dealer confirms motor blown but unable or unwilling to communicate what exactly failed. miles 61, 190. all service records up to date but dealer did not perform recall despite parts available. No prior indications, oil life 22% left, all fluids and tire pressures normal range. all records on file dealer. Quoting $20,000 for a new motor. Available for immediate inspection.

- Marietta, GA, USA

problem #281

Jan 152024

1500

  • miles
My Ram 1500 has lost power several times while cruising at 55+. The first time was related to recall W58. My crank sensor became delaminated and caused my truck to completely die. After months of waiting I finally received my truck back, however, the recall is still open due to there being no fix. Just a few months later my truck died twice on the highway. This time it was due to recall Z46. After being sent from one person to the next all I am left with is I am on a list that is about 2 years behind for replacement parts.

- Hoschton, GA, USA

problem #280

Dec 232023

1500

  • miles
Good morning! I own a 2015 Ram Ecodiesel. I am not the original owner. I am in California. The truck is not under warranty and the FCC will not help me nor the dealership. A few months ago I was towing my horses in a trailer and the truck started to lose acceleration, started to over heat, black smoke was coming out from under the hood, and it almost lost power going up a hill. It was very scary and it almost caused an accident and my horses were terrified. I barely got it to drive up the hill and pulled over to safe place. The truck was smoking black smoke, smelled terrible, and we felt in danger. I took truck to dealership in San Luis Obispo CA. It was diagnosed with a bad intake manifold, bad fuel lines, bad egr cooler. The estimate in costs was about $7,000. Luckily my husband is a mechanic and he performed the repairs. Than the truck was back up and running, no more black smoke, and it sounded better. On [XXX] I was hauling my horses and small only 2 horse trailer, same trailer, it-??s small, not oversized or too big for my truck-??.. the truck started to lag, lose acceleration and drive slow, then it started a knocking sound-??.. then a high pitch noise-??.. this was terrifying as we were on a very busy freeway. I pulled over and the engine started to smoke and make horrible noises like knocking and high pitch screeches. My husband and I and our two horses were once again stranded with a broken down truck. This time on a very busy freeway, highway [XXX] in California. The truck was towed to the dealership that day. We were stranded for hours with horses and no water on side of a freeway. The truck was diagnosed by Santa maria, CA dodge ram Chrysler with a blown up engine, that must be completely replaced. The repair is $20,000 or more. This is a common issue in these trucks. This truck is dangerous and needs to be recalled and taken off the road. All of these engines are bad and they should all be bought back. They were ruined after the emissions scandal. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFOR

- Arroyo Grande, CA, USA

problem #279

Dec 012023

1500

  • miles
driving about 60 mph in rainy eavnivg when saddenly car start shaking beadly and almost lost control lost power and slowly got home and connect scaner witch shows code for crankshaft position sensor A circuit range/performance P0336

- Mount Pocono, PA, USA

problem #278

Aug 122023

1500

  • miles
The crankshaft went out and needed to replace complete engine. I know other newer models ram 1500 trucks have the same problem but mine is a 2015, it was not listed on the recall.

- Whittier, CA, USA

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