2017 Ram 1500
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Steering is the leading concern among 880 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 6th highest complaint count among 17 1500 model years with reports.
Of the 2017 reports, 80 involved a crash and 16 involved a fire. 77 people were injured and 1 person died.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Air bags, side/window, curtain, inflatorJan 16, 2025
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.
Campaign 25V010000 on NHTSA.gov
Engine and engine coolingJun 8, 2023
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.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.
Campaign 23V411000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, diesel, delivery, fuel pumpJun 9, 2022
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.
Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.
Campaign 22V406000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, side/window, curtain, inflatorAug 12, 2021
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.
A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.
Campaign 21V632000 on NHTSA.gov
Engine and engine cooling, engine, dieselAug 13, 2020
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.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.
Campaign 20V475000 on NHTSA.gov
Engine and engine cooling, exhaust system, emission control, gas recirculation valve (egr valve)Oct 24, 2019
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.
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.
Campaign 19V757000 on NHTSA.gov
Latches/locks/linkages, tailgate, latchMay 9, 2019
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.
If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
Campaign 19V347000 on NHTSA.gov
Structure, body, tailgateJul 27, 2018
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.
If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began September 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U74.
Campaign 18V486000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, wiringMay 17, 2018
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.
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Campaign 18V332000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmissionFeb 8, 2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 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.
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.
Campaign 18V100000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmission, lever and linkage, column shiftDec 20, 2017
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.
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.
Campaign 17V821000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, storage, tank assemblyJul 7, 2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The fuel tanks in the affected vehicles may have a broken fuel tank control valve which might leak fuel if the vehicle were to become inverted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
In the event of a rollover crash, leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T45.
Campaign 17V434000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, driveline, differential unitMar 23, 2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.
A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20.
Campaign 17V198000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: service brakes
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Electrical system, Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance, Mar 22, 2024
On [XXX], I received a "SERVICE ELECTRONIC BRAKING SYSTEM" error on my 2017 Ram 1500 and then "CHECK ENGINE" light came on. I did not drive the truck after that except to bring it to my dealer at first available appointment on [XXX]. I brought the truck to my dealer for repair and after system inspection was told the ABS module and HCU (hydraulic control unit) are faulty and need replacement. The parts are on backorder and not expected for months. This seems to be a known problem with the Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. I am told I can operate the truck at my own risk without the repair. I live in Iowa with winter snow and should not have to be concerned with braking issues which put myself and my family at risk. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Electrical system, Service brakes, Dec 27, 2023
Brakes locked up in busy pedestrian area when it was wet. Message popped up on dash that stated to service electronic braking system and a second to service the ABS brake system. I almost hit someone because they did not perform as they have in hard braking scenarios in the past. The truck is at the dealership with no parts available in the nation and no aftermarket availability until an engineering solution is found at FCA. There is much to read on the issue at various online forum sites. When I slammed on my brakes my truck slid all over the place and that has never happpend before .
Electrical system, Service brakes, Engine, Dec 20, 2023
While driving on a busy Highway my 2017 Ram 1500 will lose power causing me to abruptly slow down in the middle of the road. Suddenly my check engine light and every other light appears and I get many warnings in the dash: service electronic braking system, service shifter, and many more. Restarting the vehicle or disconnecting the battery will resolve the issue for a short amount of time. It’s not long before the same thing happens again.
Suspension, Service brakes, Nov 30, 2023
On a irregular basis, would get warning messages and dash warning lights about " Service Anti-lock Brake system" , and " Service Electronic Brake System", and vehicle would start to immediately lose power and in some locations, would be on an open highway at highway speeds. Would have to pull off road to try and cycle truck off and on to regain operation. Getting rear-ended on the highway is NOT an option due to a faulty module or braking system...!! NO pre warning lights or symtpons, it just happens.
Vehicle speed control, Service brakes, Nov 21, 2023
Brake, ABS and traction control lights all came on and according to Dodge Dealer the cause is the ABS ECU control module and /or ABS hydraulic system. Dodge indicated ECU Control Module is on backorder pending engineering review so it does not make sense to replace only the hydraulic unit without replacing the ECU Module., They say it is safe to drive, however ABS, traction control, and cruise control will not operate.
Vehicle speed control, Service brakes, Nov 14, 2023
Part# 68295368AC ABS control module failed about 3 months ago. Took to dealership to repair and they said no eta on when part will arrive and that there is a national shortage on the part and 100's of these are waiting to come in for repairs. Contact Dodge/Ram and basically told the same thing. Was told to just be careful and when part is available (no estimated ETA), they would let me know. This is same components being used in new vehicles currently being built but RAM is okay with "just being careful" on not having a government mandated safety feature since 2011. I offered to go and get the part on my own and no response to that option either. Ram knows this is a safety issue and is burying their head in the sand. My family safety and safety of others on the road is important to me. This lets just use them to build new vehicles and let's not worry about the safety of the public worries me.
Steering, Vehicle speed control, Service brakes, Aug 29, 2023
Driving approx. 45 mph when truck lost acceleration. Truck began making clanking sound and check engine light came on and electronic throttle control light. Almost got into an accident due to someone almost rear ending me and then had to coast into a parking lot when I lost total control of all steering and almost hit a parked car. Truck would not restart, had to call for a tow back home that was 150+ miles because no dealerships close by would accept vehicle or had availability. Truck taken to local Dodge dealership and diagnosed with high pressure fuel pump failure and the eta for parts for a fix are unknown at the time. Have been without a truck or car for 2 weeks now, have 4 kids and both me and my wife work full time and now only have 1 car to get around in because the truck had to be diagnosed first before a rental could be granted, if they even give me one. Still waiting to hear back about getting a rental and been 2 weeks without a truck.
Vehicle speed control, Wheels, Service brakes, Aug 21, 2023, crash
When we bought the truck we drove to Virginia beach, va. The cruise control was locked on at 72mph and had to turn truck off to keep from rear ending many vehicles stopped on Interstate. Brake failure has almost caused wreck 5 or 6 times. I did have accident in June. I don't drive it anymore have a 38,000 vehicle we cant drive because brakes fail. Two different occasions the wheel on drivers side has broke lugs and wheel came off once and second time I heard noise and parked it. I had 1 lug left that time. As we lost my mom and sister in wrong way crash this has brought unnecessary stress and emotional distress. So we have no vehicle and out of 38,000. The contact wants to add the Hemi tick defect as well.
Steering, Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance, Aug 15, 2023
I have a 2017 Ram 1500 V6 3.6L (VIN [XXX] ) . When I used my parking break I have noticed that there are certain issue with the steering (hard to steer) and also that the parking brake cable hanging loose. When I checked the e-brake the cable is hanging down under the truck. It looks like parking brake is engaged and stuck and doesn't provide enough tension to the cable (doesn't retract). However, I have also noticed when going at around 65 mph that there the wheel is shaking like e-brake is engaged, and it is also hard to steer. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Electrical system, Other or unspecified, Service brakes, Aug 4, 2023
ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COME ON FOR NO REASON. WITH MESSAGE OF SERVCICE ABS SYSTEM AND SERVICE TRAILER BRAKING SYSTEM. ALSO LIGHTNING BOLT LIGHT- (ETC CONTROL) COMES ON WONT LET YOUR TRUCK ACCELORATE OR SHIFT. YOU CAN UNPLUG THE PEDAL OVER NIGHT AND YOU WILL GET A DAY OR TWO BEFORE IT COMES BACK ON. I HAVE REPLACED THREE DIFFERENT $400.00 GAS PEDALS WITHIN TWO YEARS
Service brakes, Fuel/propulsion system, Forward collision avoidance, Jul 4, 2023
1-ABS PUMP MOTOR CONTROL- GENERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE anti-lock brake code C0020-01 came on at 44185 miles. I took the vehicle to the dealer and they are telling me that The ABS unit needs to be replaced and that it is not covered under the warranty. this repair is going to cost me between $1200 and $2000. 2- At @ 30000 miles the FUEL INDICATOR LEVEL UNIT located inside the fuel tank went bad, showing that the tank was empty when the fuel tank was full. That part for the repair cost me $275 just for the part plus the installment pay. This vehicle is driven very little for All of these problems to be present. I think Dodge /Ram should stand behind their products and do the right thing and honor these repairs. Thank you.
Suspension, Other or unspecified, Service brakes, Jun 3, 2023
Repeated alert to service electronic braking system. Had code read it said right front wheel erratic response from wheel speed sensor. Had sensor changed no change to error code, now the traction control light and passenger seat airbag light has come on. This is a 2017 ram tradesmen with approximately 70k mileage
Service brakes, Oct 13, 2022, crash
I was driving my vehicle and the back tire from the driver side the tire blew out and make my vehicle roll over and the vehicle got total loss the vehicle was unsafe the brakes locked on me when the tire blow out
Service brakes, Aug 28, 2022
Brake clip failed. Clip to brake pad on driver side front came loose and caused the brake pad to slip and caliper drop down onto the top of the rotor. Upon braking NO PRESSURE was being applied to the side of the rotor. All the pressure was only on the TOP OF THE ROTOR. There was no wear or etching on the side of the rotor at all, however the top of the rotor had a great deal of pitted and gouged metal. This created a very dangerous situation!
Vehicle speed control, Service brakes, Mar 15, 2022, crash
While in gear the throttle has accelerated uncontrollably without a foot on the pedal. It has happened twice now and both times resulted in significant damage. Applying the brake made no difference they were just overpowered by the motor. The vehicle is going to be towed to a body shop to get a repair estimate. Last time the damage was about $14,000. The vehicle is not safe if you cannot control the speed. They thought last time my foot slipped of the brake onto the throttle but I said no it had not. I was to busy trying to control the truck to notice if any warning lights went on. However earlier in the day the cruise control would not turn on.
Power train, Service brakes, Aug 10, 2021, crash
The contact owns a 2017 RAM 1500. The contact stated that while reversing and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle went into overdrive and crashed into a building. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated no one was injured nor sought medical attention. A police report was not reported. The contact did not call the local dealer and made them aware of this failure. On June 21, 2021, the contact stated that when approaching an intersection and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle went into overdrive again. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he depressed the brake pedal to the floor to stop the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the brake and accelerator assembly to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 26,000.
Service brakes, Nov 10, 2020
THE VEHICLE WAS BOUGHT NEW BY ME, AND ONLY USED FOR PERSONAL USE ON PUBLIC ROADS. THE TRUCK HAS NOT BEEN USED FOR WORK NOR USED IN DIRT ETC. THE BRAKES AND EVERYTHING ELSE ON THE VEHICLE ARE THE ORIGINAL COMPONENTS THAT CAME WITH THE VEHICLE WHEN NEW. THE BRAKE PADS ON THE VEHICLE AT ONLY 29,000 MILES ARE "CRUMBLING" (THOSE WERE THE WORDS FROM THE DODGE/RAM DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPT), AND THE OUTER EDGES OF THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS ARE FLAKING APART. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THEY SEE THIS A LOT WITH RAM TRUCKS, AND SOME THAT ARE ONLY A YEAR OLD WITH LOW MILEAGE. THE DEALER SERVICE DEPT SAID CHRYSLER KNOWS ABOUT THIS, BUT WON'T DO ANYTHING. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THE BRAKES ARE DANGEROUS AND THE VEHICLES WITH THIS PROBLEM CANNOT BE DRIVEN SAFELY, SO THE BRAKES (PADS AND ROTORS) MUST BE REPLACED. THE DEALER TOLD ME TO CALL CHRYSLER AT 800-992-1997. THE CHRYSLER "CUSTOMER CARE" PEOPLE REFUSED TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THEY KNOW ABOUT THIS PROBLEM, BUT THEY SAID THAT THEY KNOW THAT THEIR BRAKES DON'T LAST LONG, WHICH IS WHY THEY ONLY PROVIDE A WARRANTY OF 12-MONTHS/12,000 MILES, DESPITE THE ADVERTISED 36-MONTH "BUMPER-TO-BUMPER" WARRANTY. THIS PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES IS DUE TO VERY LOW QUALITY MATERIALS, AND IS A MAJOR SAFETY HAZARD FOR ANYONE WITH A RAM TRUCK, AS WELL AS A SAFETY HAZARD TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC WHO COULD BE INJURED BY RAM TRUCKS THAT HAVE THESE BRAKES. CHRYSLER (RAM) IS KNOWINGLY PUTTING VEHICLES ON THE ROADS WITH UNSAFE BRAKE COMPONENTS. BRAKES ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT SAFETY ITEMS ON VEHICLES, AND THE BRAKES SHOULD BE MADE OF QUALITY MATERIALS, AND NOT BE FALLING APART AND FAILING SO SOON. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER BRAKE PADS ARE WEAR ITEMS, THIS IS NOT A WEAR ISSUE. THOSE BRAKE PADS HAVE A LOT OF THICKNESS, BUT THEY'RE CRUMBLING, WHICH IS PREMATURE FAILURE. AND THE BRAKE ROTORS SHOULD NOT BE FALLING APART.
Steering, Suspension, Service brakes, Sep 2, 2020
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WHEN COMING TO A STOP AT SPEEDS OF 15-65 MPH. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES AND IT SEEMS AS IF THE TRUCK DOESN'T WANT TO STOP. I WAS TOLD THIS IS DUE TO THE ROTORS WARPING. IF THIS HAPPENS TO A DODGE / RAM PICKUPS THEY SHOULD PROBABLY UPGRADE THE DISCS AND PADS FOR BETTER STOPPING AND STABILIZING.
Steering, Suspension, Service brakes, Dec 21, 2019
SUDDEN LOSE OF FRONT AIR SUSPENSION WHILE HIGHWAY DRIVING, NEGATIVELY EFFECTED THE VEHICLES STABILITY, STEERING, AND ABILITY TO STOP. TRUCK IS CURRENTLY AT DEALER. ONLY EXPLANATION GIVEN IS IT MIGHT BE BECAUSE ITS COLD OUTSIDE (WHICH HAS BEEN KNOWN TO HAPPEN IN WINTER).
Power train, Service brakes, Engine, Sep 17, 2019
CONCERN #1: INTERMITTENTLY, UPON INITIAL START UP, THE ENGINE MAKES A LOUD CLATTERING NOISE AS IF IT HAS NO OIL IN IT. THE DEALERSHIP WAS ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE CONCERN ONCE BUT IT IS NOT BAD ENOUGH TO REPAIR. CONCERN #2: WHILE COMING TO A SLOW ROLLING STOP (AS IF COMING TO A KNOWN STOP SIGN) THERE IS A HARD BANG/CLUNK JUST BEFORE GETTING TO A COMPLETE STOP, IT FEELS LIKE YOU ARE BEING HIT IN THE REAR BY ANOTHER CAR. AS YOU SLOWLY ACCELERATE IT BANGS/CLUNKS AGAIN HARD. THE BANG CAN BE FELT AND HEARD, AND ONLY HAPPENS ON SLOW STOPS, NOT WHEN YOU HAVE TO STOP QUICKLY. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE THIRD TIME REGARDING THIS SAME CONCERN. THE DEALERSHIP REPROGRAMMED THE TRANSMISSION AND A TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY WAS REPLACED BUT IT HAS NOT FIXED THE CONCERN. THIS BANG IS SO BAD THAT IT IS HARD THAT I FEAR DRIVING IT IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC.
Service brakes, Sep 6, 2019
SEVERE BRAKING ISSUE - WHEN IDLING DOWNHILL AND IN GEAR ("DRIVE") VEHICLE CANNOT BE STOPPED/BRAKES DO NOT HOLD. HIGHER SPEEDS (NOT ATTEMPTED) WOULD LIKELY BE A DISASTER. IN THE ATTACHED PHOTO I AM COMING DOWN OUR DRIVEWAY IDLING IN GEAR ("DRIVE") WITH BRAKES MASHED TO THE FLOOR (FULL TRAVEL) AND VEHICLE CONTINUES ROLLING FORWARD/CANNOT BE STOPPED. TRUCK IS CARRYING VERY LIGHT LOAD IN THE BED AND ONLY 1 PERSON (THE DRIVER). I DON'T KNOW IF THIS LACK OF BRAKING IS CAUSED BY THE STEEP PITCH OR SIMPLY INADEQUATE BRAKES BUT WHATEVER THE CAUSE THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE CONTROLLED. THIS IS AN EXTREME SAFETY ISSUE. ADDITIONAL INFO CAN BE FOUND ON MY POST HERE: HTTPS://WWW.RAMFORUM.COM/THREADS/WHITE-KNUCKLE-MOMENT-STEEP-DRIVEWAY-HARD-BRAKES-NOT-STOPPING.128905/PAGE-3#POST-1872457
Steering, Air bags, Service brakes, Jul 15, 2019, crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE DRIVER SUDDENLY SWERVED TO THE LEFT AND PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO AVOID A COLLISION BUT THE VEHICLE SPEED AND ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED FASTER CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL AND CRASHED INTO TREE. DURING THE CRASH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED AND NO POLICE REPORTED WAS TAKEN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND A REPRESENTATIVE WAS SENT TO EXAMINE THE VEHICLE AND NO PROBLEM WAS FOUND WITH THE VEHICLE. THE LOCAL DEALER AUTONATION DODGE (21777 KATY FREEWAY, KATY TX.) WAS ALSO NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 37,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Service brakes, Mar 4, 2019, crash
TRUCK ROLLED DOWN A SLIGHT INCLINE 20-30 FEET WHILE IN PARK DRIVER NOT IN VEHICLE AND STRUCK ANOTHER CAR BEHIND IT. VEHICLE STATIONARY, IN FRONT OF 58 PARKER BLVD MONSEY NY 10952. DRIVER AND PASSENGER OF OTHER VEHICLE WITNESSED EVENT. VEHICLE WAS IN PARK AND OFF KEY OUT OF IGNITION OCCURRENCE 03/03/19 830-845 PM. TRUCK SUSTAINED BUMPER DAMAGE CAR SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO THE HOOD.
Parking brake, Service brakes, Feb 22, 2018, crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A DRIVEWAY ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH THE PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS AND STRUCK A TREE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER; HOWEVER, SOUTHERN MAINE MOTORS IN SACO, MAINE WAS CONTACTED BY PHONE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4,000.
Service brakes, Jul 14, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK, THE CONTACT RELEASED THE PARKING BRAKE AND THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO A LAKE. AS A RESULT, ONE OF THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER'S INJURED HER BACK AND THE OTHER DAUGHTER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HER HIP AND KNEES. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 11,000.