10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
39,326 miles

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problem #33

May 162019

1500

  • 57,000 miles
"aem recall" following the aem recall on the Dodge Ram ecodiesel, vehicle experiences dead spots in it acceleration. Pressing the gas pedal, even to the floor, provides no input to the truck for 3-5 seconds. This issue has placed myself and my family in danger in multiple intersections and in merging traffic. Vehicle has also experienced deminished fuel mileage of over 3mpg. Fca specifically states the following: "the aem is not expected to change any of your key vehicle attributes, such as average fuel economy, reliability, durability, vehicle performance, drivability, engine noise or vibration, or other driving characteristics. Click here to read the court approved notice that includes important additional details about the effect of the aem on your vehicle." Almost all of the vehicle characteristics listed are affected in a negative way. In doing so, fca is placing all ecodiesel owners at risk.

- Frederick, MD, USA

problem #32

Jun 152019

1500

  • 49,500 miles
The recent ecodiesel recall was performed. As I pulled out of the dealership the truck stalled in the middle of a four lane road like the transmission slipped. The next day the truck literally stalled in the middle of the road. The rpms goes up to over 5000 then the truck slowly gains power. I pulled back into the lot and pressed the pedal to the floor from a dead stop and the same thing. Went back to the dealership and was told the only complaint so far was a loss in mpg. On the ecodieselram. Com forum several other ecodiesel owners are experiencing the same issue. This issue is going to get someone killed!

- Pinnacle, NC, USA

problem #31

May 182019

1500

  • miles
While driving on the highway the engine and fuel lights turn on plus the fuel needle moved to empty knowing I just filled up one day earlier. After doing some research I found out it was the fuel sensor. Other Dodge owners also experienced the same problem after the vehicle mileage reached 60,000 or over. Mine turned on at 63K. Made an appointment to fix it Tuesday June 18, 2019 after I saw a review it could cause a fire while driving.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #30

May 102019

1500

  • 73,000 miles
The check engine light is on in many Dodge Ram 1500 pickup trucks. Indicating there is a fuel sensor problem. If you use the remote start the engine it automatically shuts down within 15 seconds as if you have no fuel. Dealerships are charging $1,000 to fix a widespread manufacturing issue. Fuel gauge drops to empty when driving when tank is full and then returns to correct reading.

- New Braunfels, TX, USA

problem #29

Mar 262019

1500

  • 75,000 miles
Making the 12 mile trip to work when at mile 10 my truck experienced a decrease in power followed by a shuddering noise when on the throttle. Limped the vehicle off to the shoulder where I noted smoke. Opened the hood to discover a small fire toward the rear of the engine compartment. Tried to extinguish the flames with no luck and with in 5 mins the flames had engulfed the front of the truck.

- Concord, CA, USA

problem #28

Jan 112019

1500

  • 59,149 miles
Was driving in town not towing or loaded, truck stumbled like out of fuel. I pulled over and raised the hood and saw smoke coming from passengers side under the engine cover at the egr, egr cooler. With a fire extinguisher handy I pointed it under the engine cover putting the fire out on that side but the diesel fuel from the burnt plastic hose spread to the other side catching that side on fire. Fca after sending a rep. Could not determined what caused the fire but they would except no responsibility for the fire. They also said that they were sure that I would understand that fires happens. Well I don't!! with over 40 years as a auto service center owner I do understand that the eco diesel has a very serious fire problem on their 2014/2017 Ram 1500 ecodiesel. This fire problem is totally different from the environmental class action settlement suit.

- Reidsville, NC, USA

problem #27

Apr 252019

1500

  • 33,130 miles
The engine light came on while driving, so I brought it to the Dodge dealer. The ran a test and it shows a fuel sensor error. The dealership informed me that this is happening a lot and if not fixed soon it could cause a fire.

- Mckinney, TX, USA

problem #26

Feb 222019

1500

  • 50,000 miles
My fuel sensor fails after 30 miles into filling my gas tank. This began at about 50,000 miles and continues every time I fill the tank.

- Margate, FL, USA

problem #25

Apr 242019

1500

  • 39,500 miles
Engine shuts off instantly without warning while driving at various speeds. Won't start back up for several hours. When trying to restart, starter turns but seems no gas is going to engine. Truck only has 39K miles. When I walked away from the truck the auto starter tried to start it on it's own.

- Port St Joe, FL, USA

problem #24

Apr 062019

1500

  • 59,000 miles
While driving on highway check engine light came on, fuel gauge went to empty and low fuel flashed across dash. Took vehicle to local dealer after researching on internet to find out it was a common problem which has not been addressed by Dodge/Ram. Dealer advised that the fuel level sensor had failed in the fuel pump assembly. The fuel pump assembly had to be replaced because it could cause vehicle to shut down because fuel pump malfunction

- Buckhannon, WV, USA

problem #23

Feb 072019

1500

  • miles
When filling the truck with fuel cann't remove the gas nozzle. Have a hard time every time I fill my truck. Some has to help me. Is a recall on the filler hole.

- Bakersfield, CA, USA

problem #22

Mar 152019

1500

  • 54,870 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was malfunctioning and not provide correct fuel readings. Towbin Dodge (275 auto mall dr, henderson, nv 89014, (702) 558-3800) was contacted and scheduled a service appointment. The dealer did not know if the repair would be covered under warranty. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 54,870.

- North Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #21

Mar 182019

1500

  • 82,000 miles
About 4 weeks ago the check engine light came on. The code reads as fuel temperature sensor. After the recall for the tailgate, my truck tailgate has opened twice while driving. Prior to the recall zero.

- Albany, GA, USA

problem #20

Mar 112019

1500

  • 55,555 miles
2015 Ram 1500 with 55,555 miles. The fuel sensor fail (P0463). This occurred first while driving 55mph with just over 3/4 tank. Then again a few miles later. It now shows 'fuel sensor fail' any time under 3/4 of a tank. But works when at a full tank. I now must use my trip mileage to estimate when my fuel is low. I'm glad I got the extended warranty!

- Buhl, ID, USA

problem #19

Oct 052017

1500

  • 51,000 miles
Fuel sensor fail warning comes on. When I fill my tank it is fine until appx 50 miles while driving my fuel gauge drops to empty. And the check engine light stays on now. I never know how much fuel I have. So I ran out of fuel yesterday on the fwy and I almost got killed by several 18 wheelers. I hurt my back pushing it.

- Pearland, TX, USA

problem #18

Nov 302018

1500

  • 55,000 miles
55K miles on truck. Engine light came on. Pulled error code P0463 which indicated an issue with fuel level sensor. Light went out after a few engine starts. Today the engine light comes back on, fuel gauge goes to empty (even though it has 3/4 of a tank, and a fuel level sensors failure message displays on the dash. An internet search found that this is a huge problem with the 2014+ Ram. The fuel sender wears a line on the sensor and the contacts not longer make contact. This needs to be a recall. The fix involves draining the tank, pulling the bed on the trunk and replacement of either the complete fuel pump or the fuel level sensor. Cost estimates are $575 and on up. This is ridiculous for a truck that's only 3yrs old and 55K miles. I have a 1979 Mercury bobcat and the gas gauge still works on it. This is just a poorly designed part that causes premature failure.

- Wyandotte, MI, USA

problem #17

Nov 072018

1500

  • 36,499 miles
The fuel sensor goes out. It seems fca knows of this but not doing much to fixing it. Complaints on utube also. It won't start in self-starting, fuel gauge stays on empty, and maintains a engine problem. Can run out of gas on the highway if not fixed. Can cost up $1000. It happened at 36, 499, just over the warranty.

- Ft. Worth, TX, USA

problem #16

Nov 212018

1500

  • 45,000 miles
45000 miles and get P0463 code, fuel level sensor. Estimated cost to fix, $1000

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #15

Oct 222018

1500

  • miles
Continue to receive check engine light code P0463 high level output fuel sensor. Fuel gauge does not change and works correctly. Should not have to pay $734 to $1400 to fix this sensor problem. // front park assist sensor broken. One sensor broken but fails the other sensors installed. Should have to pay $765 to replace one sensor and paint to match the front bumper.

- Harker Heights, TX, USA

problem #14

Oct 312018

1500

  • 91,000 miles
Am getting a P203E error message. Took it to dealer. There is a defective level sensor located inside the tank. Problem is its a sealed tank with no access only way to fix is to replace the entire tank, pump and sensor. Very bad design flaw. $2600 to replace. Message is saying engine will fail to start after 500 miles. The def pump is working correctly but the engine thinks its almost empty.

- Primm Springs, TN, USA

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