10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
35,824 miles

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problem #86

Oct 122020

1500

  • 132,000 miles
I was driving down the highway and my vehicles fuel sensor failure light came on and my fuel gage dropped to empty. When I put fuel into N it went off and it does it when my fuel gage drops below half full.

- Plaquemine, LA, USA

problem #85

Jul 202020

1500

  • 78,000 miles
I almost got T boned/hit by a car when I pulled out into traffic and the truck lagged and finally picked up speed. Then my husband almost got us T boned/hit when he pulled out and the truck lagged again and would not pick up. I had enough time to yell at him to go and he said" I'm trying, I'm pushing the accelerator but it won't go." There was a safe distance in both instances to normally pull out but this truck is a real danger to drive. I thought I was crazy and just trying to get used to the vehicle I had just purchased. Next occurrence, I had my children in the truck with me and we had picked up dinner and milkshakes. I was going up a small hill and the truck lagged, yet again, when it did pick up it spilled the milkshakes in my sons lap. He was extremely disappointed and my daughter was tossed back in the rear seat. This vehicle is dangerous and I totally regret buying it. I feel like this was a huge mistake. To add insult to injury, it had a very loud fan noise that I was concerned about. Now it smells like an antifreeze leak but I can not find it. The temp ran hot and I immediately pulled over. I discovered the antifreeze looked low, we added antifreeze. The oil was just changed by the dealer when I purchased it. No fluids should be low. This was a gigantic mistake of a purchase. Now that I see there is a recall, I assume we will die by getting hit by another vehicle or we will die by fire, take your pick! I was a huge Dodge fan since I owned a 3500 before, this truck can not hold a candle to my old Dodge. I am extremely disappointed in the eco diesel!!

- Walhalla, SC, USA

problem #84

Jun 052020

1500

  • 59,000 miles
Fuel sensor failure, without any warning fuel gauge drops to empty while in motion, not knowing the cause had to pull to the side of the highway to see if there was a leak or puncture. Researching the internet this seems like common problem that Ram will not address.

- Lindenhurst, NY, USA

problem #83

Jul 202020

1500

  • 37,000 miles
The fuel pump went out then the dealer replaced it two months later the fuel sensor goes out and they replaced it total cost on my behalf was$340. Window motor also went out driver side and it was replaced. The vehicle is five years old with 37,000 miles why so many issues. Was there a recall for all this problems

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #82

Jun 262020

1500 8-cyl

  • 68,750 miles
My vehicle with under 70K miles recently purchased from a used dealer had a severe problem the gas gauge showed empty a few minutes after showing 1/2 tank I was driving to work on thankfully I was able to pull into a gas station and was not stranded on the middle of the road as to impede traffic and cause an accident. When I refueled at the gas station it showed it was not completely empty as I was lead to believe by the cluster. And through several discussions and diagnosing it was believed to be a faulty part in the fuel system that tends to falsely show empty.

- Springdale, AR, USA

problem #81

May 312020

1500 6-cyl Diesel

  • 77,000 miles
On May 31, 2020 I was traveling from baltimore, md to san antonio Texas on ih 85 South near lexington, nc in the middle lane at 60 mph when my vehicle totally shut down to a stop. Traffic was heavy but I safely pulled off to the shoulder and called for roadside assistance. We waited 3 hours before we got a capable tow for the truck and the U-haul we were towing. The tow company towed my truck to M&L Chrysler Dodge Ram dealership in lexington nc. The next morning about 8:00 am, I called the Chrysler Dodge Ram dealership for the results of their diagnostics. Around 11:00am I called back to Chrysler Dodge Ram dealership. They informed me they think the problem was with the fuel system and they needed to order the parts and it would take a few days and that it would be covered under the emissions recall V08 warranty.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #80

Dec 012016

1500 8-cyl

  • 30,000 miles
Exhaust manifold bolts are continuously breaking off creating health and environmental concerns. Exhaust manifold gases are leaking directly into engine bay around the passenger compartment. Unfiltered exhaust gases are bypassing the catalytic converters and passing straight to the atmosphere. Chrysler is refusing to address the situation and charging thousands of dollars to fix it every time it breaks. The issue also throws the vehicle computer into an open loop due to faulty O2 readings negatively impacting fuel and performance causing further pollution and emissions negatively impacting environment and health of occupants. After charging thousands of dollars to 'fix' the issue they merely replace broken parts with the exact type and material that failed previously. The manifold/exhaust issue is independent of any vehicle motion or driving condition. Running the engine in any condition will cause the failure due to dissimilar metals used and difference in metals movement as it heats and cools. Presently this is the 10th bolt broke off. It has happened repeatedly since owning vehicle.

- Fritch, TX, USA

problem #79

Mar 152020

1500

  • 72,000 miles
The engine light come on then the warning come up fuel sensor fail the gas gauge goes to empty.first started doing if going up a hill about a month ago. Now it will go off when the tank is full and come back on when I have a half a tank. It has 72000 mile on the truck.. I see alot of pepole having this problem and wondering why Dodge is now doing a recall on it?

- Enola, AR, USA

problem #78

Mar 122020

1500

  • 66,000 miles
Went to get fuel because my guage showed it was low. Attendant tried to fill it and said it was full. He tried again and fuel just came out. Took it to dealership and they said I needed a new fuel tank, pressure sensor and filler neck assembly at $3300. My truck had 66,000 miles and I bought it 3 months ago used.

- Villas, NJ, USA

problem #77

Feb 252020

1500

  • 58,000 miles
The vehicle is at approx 58,000 miles and the well documented fuel sensor failure has illuminated on the dashboard. This happened shortly after filling the tank to full and a drive of about 60 miles. In addition to the fuel sensor failure, the check engine light is illuminated, which disables eco mode. The dealer wants $1000 to fix it. Not acceptable.

- Tow, TX, USA

problem #76

Jun 012019

1500

  • 65,000 miles
2015 Ram 1500 with 69,000 miles on it and the check engine light comes on when truck gets to a half tank of gas had the code checked P0463 fuel sensor level. Now I never know how much fuel is in the tank because cant trust the fuel gauge while traveling also truck wont start with remote start with check engine light on. From doing some research this seems to be a very common problem. Its sad that you pay so much money for a truck and have to deal with situations like this.

- Clinton Twp, MI, USA

problem #75

Dec 122019

1500

  • 62,000 miles
First time gas cap problem....replaced it ck engine light would go off...had to leave truck at dealer 4 days😡! next gas tank neck had to replaced......left truck at dealer 2 days😡 next gas pump shuts off as if tank is full even though it has only quarter tank....... took it in to dealer wanted truck left for 3-4 days to check.....emission problems.....3 times😡 all happened while parked at home and gas station!

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #74

Jan 082020

1500

  • miles
Fuel sensor unit failure resulting in vehicles inability to read how much fuel vehicle has. A known issue for year make and model of truck. Fca has failed to issue a recall which should have been done long ago. While driving my check engine logo came on and I got the error message fuel sensor failure. I took my vehicle to my local Ram dealership and I was told this is a common problem however if my warranty was up Fiat Chrysler will likely not cover it.

- Stockton, CA, USA

problem #73

Jul 012019

1500

  • miles
Fuel sending unit issues around 80 K miles sends error codes and check engine lights. Checked on multiple forums many consumers are having the same issue and it's not covered under warranties. It's a continuous problem around half a tank. Check engine light code is for loss of signal to fuel sender

- Port Jefferson Station, NY, USA

problem #72

Jul 012019

1500

  • 164,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. While driving 35 mph, the fuel gauge dropped to 0 and the fuel sensor failure warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to desert 215 superstore (located at 8030 rafael rivera way, las vegas, nv 89113, (702) 963-8000), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 164,000.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #71

Nov 012019

1500

  • 690,152 miles
The check engine light, fuel sensor error, and the fuel needle moved to empty, light comes on flashing fuel sensor fail. This started happening at around 68000 miles. I have been told I will have to drop the gas tank and replace the fuel pump. I have been quoted up to $1000 to fix this issue happens while idling or driving the truck, I have no idea when my tank is getting close to empty, and fear that my family may be stranded somewhere.

- Newark, DE, USA

problem #70

Nov 172019

1500

  • 10 miles
Truck completely shuts off while driving down the road without warning, has egr and service electronic throttle control, service exhaust, has other related electrical problems that shows up as codes, replaced the fuel pump and it still shows low fuel pressure and take several seconds to crank now and my fuel mileage is decreased.

- Cedartown, GA, USA

problem #69

Nov 012019

1500

  • 110,000 miles
I was driving on the interstate when my fuel gauge dropped to empty and my range showed 0 miles to empty. Doesnt do this everytime I drive, but it does this on occassion. Also, I started my truck one day and the power steering went out. My vehicle was manufactured 12-14. Is it possible this should be included in the recall for vehicles manufactured from January 22nd, 2015 - September 13th, 2015?

- New Richland, MN, USA

problem #68

Oct 292019

1500

  • 74,000 miles
Fuel sensor/pump module failure. Truck would read low or empty fuel even when the tank was filled up. The issue occurs when it is running or stationary.

- Lakeland, GA, USA

problem #67

Aug 012019

1500

  • miles
After emissions modification, check engine light comes back regularly with a code P026C, which has something to do with fuel pressure not being correct. Dealer is unable to determine the cause.

- Gresham, OR, USA

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