Model year
2014 Ram 1500
NHTSA lists 16 recalls and 1,776 complaints for the 2014 Ram 1500 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are STEERING (498), ENGINE (304), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (234). NHTSA lists 5 investigations, including 3 investigations with no close date in the file. NHTSA rated 6 variants 4 stars overall. EPA rates it 15–23 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,200–$5,050, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2013 1,279 complaints
- 2014 1,776 complaints
- 2015 1,459 complaints
- 2016 1,554 complaints
- 2017 884 complaints
- 2018 667 complaints
- 2019 1,493 complaints
- 2020 640 complaints
- 2021 683 complaints
- 2022 628 complaints
- 2023 203 complaints
- 2024 77 complaints
- 2025 365 complaints
- 2026 103 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
23V411000 · Jun 8, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses…
22V406000 · Jun 9, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
20V475000 · Aug 13, 2020
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses…
19V757000 · Oct 24, 2019
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust…
19V347000 · May 9, 2019
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8…
18V332000 · May 17, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge…
17V821000 · Dec 20, 2017
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped…
17V302000 · May 9, 2017
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN; AIR BAGS
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant…
15V534000 · Aug 21, 2015
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab trucks manufactured August 26, 2013, to August 8, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) that may not fully overlap the C-pillars in the event of a…
15V517000 · Aug 14, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 1500 diesel 4x2 trucks manufactured August 8, 2013, to July 2, 2015. The affected vehicles have a battery harness that may rub against the frame bracket for the right engine mount resulting in an electrical…
6 more recalls are in the NHTSA file for this name and are not listed here. Campaign numbers above link to NHTSA.
Complaints
1,776 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 98, fire flag on 24, injury field 88, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQ15004 | Software security vulnerability · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | Jul 24, 2015 | Jan 5, 2016 |
| PE16014 | Vehicle Rollaway · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); POWER… | Dec 16, 2016 | Jan 25, 2024 |
| EA23001 | High pressure fuel pump failure · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | Mar 17, 2023 | No close date in the file |
| RQ23003 | Intermittent/Comp Loss of Power Steering · STEERING; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; STEERING:GEAR BOX:MOUNTING BRACKET; STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN… | Aug 4, 2023 | No close date in the file |
| RQ25003 | Post Recall Remedy Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Failure · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | Jul 3, 2025 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew PU/CC 2WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 · possibility 0.198 | NHTSA photo |
| Crew PU/CC 4WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 · possibility 0.219 | NHTSA photo |
| Quad PU/EC 2WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.198 | NHTSA photo |
| Quad PU/EC 4WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · possibility 0.219 | NHTSA photo |
| Regular PU/RC 2WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.198 | — |
| Regular PU/RC 4WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · possibility 0.219 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 2WD · 5.7L · Automatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Midgrade Gasoline | 14 | 20 | 16 | — | — | $4,750 |
| 1500 4WD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| 1500 2WD · 5.7L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Midgrade Gasoline | 15 | 22 | 17 | — | — | $4,450 |
| 1500 2WD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| 1500 2WD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 17 | 25 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| 1500 4WD · 5.7L · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Midgrade Gasoline | 13 | 19 | 15 | — | — | $5,050 |
| 1500 4WD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 16 | 23 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| 1500 4WD · 5.7L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Midgrade Gasoline | 15 | 21 | 17 | — | — | $4,450 |
| 1500 HFE 2WD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| 1500 2WD · 3L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 20 | 27 | 23 | — | — | $4,150 |
| 1500 4WD · 3L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 19 | 26 | 22 | — | — | $4,350 |
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