NHTSA Data Explorer

Ram 1500

Data refreshed July 19, 2026

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Complaints

11,367

Active records

Recalls

94

Active records

TSBs

3,381

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

14

Injuries

469

Crashes

612

Fires

184

Top reported issues — Ram 1500

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Operating state

4,016

Reporting mechanism

2,789

Steering behavior

2,591

Condition issue

2,243

Driver assistance issue

1,520

Engine behavior

1,373

Performance issue

1,280

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

907

Braking behavior

685

Noise

650

Safety restraint issue

622

Fluid issue

587

Electrical issue

517

Infotainment behavior

500

Powering on/off behavior

404

Thermal issue

394

Vibration/harshness

385

Safety restraint behavior

339

Starting behavior

328

Access/entry issue

313

Lighting behavior

275

Ride/handling behavior

235

Recent change

212

HVAC behavior

178

Smell

144

Wiper/washer behavior

70

Communication/network issue

44

Electrified system issue

42

Charging behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2013 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 16, 2026


My steering completely locked up after driving for 2 mins. I could have crashed and killed myself or someone else. I had my truck towed to dealership lewis chrysler in fayetteville, arkansas 72704. They said i need to replace my REPLACE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING MODULE and will cost $5000. Here is a link to my invoice [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2015 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 16, 2026


ABS module has failed and causes traction control and cruise control not to work. Ram says the part is unavailable. The vehicle is unsafe to operate like this.

2023 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 16, 2026


1 injured
Fire

I had just gotten off work around 730 or 745 ish. Drove my truck with the windows down , a few miles down the street to this strip mall / store area i frequent . Got out of the truck went in the store and other establishment . Was inside for maybe 5 mins . The truck was certainly turned off, windows up. When i came back out to the truck i opened the door and it was full of smoke and the armrest / center storage bin was molten and so hot it had melted the two pieces . I had a couple…

2014 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 16, 2026


2014 Ram 1500 Fuel tank strap frame brackets corroded causing fuel tank to fall unsupported. 2009-2012 Ram pickup trucks were recalled (Recall U04 / NHTSA 18V-160) for this exact safety problem. Why isn't the 2014 Ram pickup covered under this recall?

2020 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 16, 2026


I was attempting to turn around in my driveway when the steering locked up and I could not control the steering. If I had been driving on the road instead of in my driveway I could have crashed into something or someone, potentially causing severe injury or death to myself or others. This was a horrifying experience in my driveway, let alone on the road! I had my truck towed to the repair shop, where they determined that the power steering rack failed. It cracked completely in half. Attached…

2015 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the fuel system was replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, after the repair, the vehicle persistently experienced fuel injector leaks and fuel line failures. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle at the residence, a fuel injector leak was noticed along with fuel leaking onto the exhaust. Additionally, the contact noticed thick white smoke emerging from the engine bay on one…

2022 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 15, 2026


I purchased my Ram 1500 5.7 2022 new last year. The vehicle has experienced multiple electrical failures. The infotainment screen stopped working, causing the backup camera to become inoperative. The horn no longer functions, the air conditioning stopped working, and the power windows will not roll down. These failures occurred without warning. The loss of the backup camera and horn creates a significant safety concern because they are important safety features. I am reporting this issue so…

2013 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was a flashing triangle symbol associated with the power steering fault displayed on the instrument panel. The power steering service message was displayed. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Action Number: RQ23003 (Steering). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who confirmed there was no recall coverage for the power steering failure. The…

2013 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The steering wheel seized, and the power steering warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The failure was intermittent. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was…

2020 RAM 1500

Filed Jul 15, 2026


I was attempting to turn around in my driveway to go someplace when the steering locked up and I could not control the steering. It stopped working. If I had been driving on the road, instead of driving in my driveway, I could have crashed into something or someone, potentially causing severe injury or death to myself or others. This was a horrifying experience in the driveway, let alone on the road! I had my truck towed to the repair shop where they determined that the Electronic Power…

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Updated July 19, 2026. Refreshed nightly.