Worst 2014 RAM 1500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 RAM 1500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 467 | 20 | 1 | 88,279 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 297 | 2 | 14 | 75,321 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 225 | 8 | 6 | 54,510 mi | |
| Fuel System | 209 | 2 | 7 | 65,650 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 184 | 19 | — | 47,956 mi | |
| Brakes | 123 | 6 | — | 55,078 mi | |
| Airbags | 121 | 41 | 1 | 58,674 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 107 | 1 | 1 | 61,580 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 83 | 8 | 1 | 52,267 mi | |
| Diesel Fuel System | 43 | — | — | 119,929 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 39 | 1 | 1 | 97,266 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 35 | 5 | — | 36,232 mi | |
| Body Structure | 31 | 7 | — | 32,848 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 27 | 1 | — | 121,774 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 26 | 6 | — | 41,813 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 21 | 1 | — | 21,070 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 17 | 1 | — | 71,038 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 14 | — | — | 103,113 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 9 | 2 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 8 | — | — | 43,950 mi | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 6 | — | — | 213,666 mi | |
| Other Equipment | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | 1 | — | 52,000 mi | |
| Latches / Locks | 5 | — | — | 55,220 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 5 | — | — | 14,314 mi | |
| Traction Control System | 5 | — | — | 96,750 mi | |
| Instrument Cluster | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 4 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2014 RAM 1500
16 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~12,170,625 vehicles.
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 and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
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.
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 and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
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 inside the intake manifold.
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 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
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 Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
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 with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
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 Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.
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 vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
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 short.
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