2015 RAM 1500 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 RAM 1500. Part of Generation 4 — 2009–2018.

20142016
Complaints
1,910
Crashes
113
Fires
86
Injuries
74
Fatalities
4
Recalls
17

Worst 2015 RAM 1500 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1328 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:70,090 mi
Crash-related:6
Fires:38
#2326 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:81,901 mi
Crash-related:10
#3220 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:50,337 mi
Crash-related:27
Fires:5
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 RAM 1500.

Engine Problems
328
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
38
Avg Miles
70,090
Steering Defects
326
complaints
Crashes
10
Fires
Avg Miles
81,901
Transmission / Drivetrain
220
complaints
Crashes
27
Fires
5
Avg Miles
50,337
Fuel System
163
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
3
Avg Miles
64,572
Electrical Faults
142
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
13
Avg Miles
51,763
Brakes
120
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
1
Avg Miles
44,139
Unintended Acceleration
77
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
2
Avg Miles
56,244
Airbags
60
complaints
Crashes
28
Fires
Avg Miles
48,465
Diesel Fuel System
60
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
121,768
Suspension Failures
51
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
62,525
Body Structure
46
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
6
Avg Miles
49,552
Engine & Cooling
40
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
109,789
Headlight/Taillight Failures
23
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
29,785
Hydraulic Brakes
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
96,184
Seat Belt Issues
12
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
44,765
Wheel Issues
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
13,935
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
7
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
66,576
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
135,250
Seat-Related Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
27,140
Gasoline Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
86,200
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Diesel:Delivery:Fuel Pump
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 RAM 1500

17 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~12,568,025 vehicles.

23V411000Engine & Cooling
~80,629 affected

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.

22V406000Fuel System, Diesel:delivery:fuel Pump
~138,645 affected

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.

21V632000Air Bags:side/window:curtain:inflator · Air Bags:side/window:curtain
~212,373 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

20V475000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel
~58,016 affected

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.

19V757000Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)
~107,980 affected

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.

19V347000Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
~1,103,209 affected

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.

18V486000Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch · Structure:body:tailgate
~1,149,223 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate and either a 5 foot, 7 inch or 6 foot, 4 inch bed. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

18V332000Electrical System:software · Vehicle Speed Control:cruise Control · Electrical System:wiring
~4,815,661 affected

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.

17V824000Other Equipment
~61,791 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

17V821000Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift
~1,482,874 affected

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.

+ 7 more recalls

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2015 RAM 1500 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 RAM 1500 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2015 RAM 1500 has 1,910 NHTSA complaints, 113 crash-related, and 17 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 328 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 RAM 1500?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (328 complaints, avg 70,090 mi); Steering Defects (326 complaints, avg 81,901 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (220 complaints, avg 50,337 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 RAM 1500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 65,814 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 RAM 1500?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 RAM 1500 include 113 crash-related reports, 86 fire reports, 74 injuries, and 4 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 RAM 1500 have any recalls?
Yes — 17 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 12,568,025 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 RAM 1500?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full RAM 1500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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