NHTSA Data Explorer

Ram 1500

Data refreshed October 25, 2026

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Complaints

11,714

Active records

Recalls

94

Active records

TSBs

3,347

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

471

Crashes

622

Fires

185

Top reported issues — Ram 1500

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Operating state

4,143

Condition issue

2,941

Reporting mechanism

2,896

Steering behavior

2,737

Driver assistance issue

1,637

Engine behavior

1,569

Performance issue

1,490

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

926

Braking behavior

762

Noise

654

Fluid issue

645

Safety restraint issue

635

Infotainment behavior

581

Electrical issue

544

Powering on/off behavior

462

Vibration/harshness

403

Thermal issue

394

Starting behavior

367

Safety restraint behavior

354

Access/entry issue

323

Lighting behavior

274

Ride/handling behavior

264

Recent change

234

HVAC behavior

181

Smell

168

Electrified system issue

94

Wiper/washer behavior

67

Communication/network issue

51

Charging behavior

5

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 22, 2026


The truck has stalled twice while in motion. Leaving me stopped suddenly in middle of the street. This has happened on 2 separate occasions. I did not think to save the dates. Initially I thought maybe I wasnt giving it enough throttle, but after reading more into it I see there was a recall for the previous year model and this may be considered problematic as well. The truck made me apply the brake to restart, and release the emergency brake since it applied on its own. The first stall I had…

2019 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 22, 2026


Blown Engine- No prior indicators that were obviously present. Driving on highway and about 40 miles in, loud ticking noises. Truck previously had manifold bolt breaking issues so assumed it was an exhaust leak. Within another 20 miles, the engine light came on and engine noises noticeably increased. Immediately took it to Ram Service and was diagnosed with a failed camshaft and camshaft bearing wear/scoring. Issue was reported to Ram dealership and ultimately fixed at owner cost.

2022 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 22, 2026


I am reporting a recurring engine defect involving the Multi-Displacement System (MDS) in my 2022 RAM 1500 Big Horn equipped with the 5.7L HEMI eTorque engine. Since purchasing the vehicle in March 2023 with approximately 4,555 miles, the truck has experienced four separate MDS-related failures despite multiple repair attempts by authorized RAM dealerships. On February 7, 2025, at approximately 38,115 miles, a RAM dealership diagnosed an MDS solenoid that had physically separated and required…

2022 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 22, 2026


The sun visor (driver and passenger) break with normal use. This can cause the visor to suddenly drop into the drivers field of view or potentially strike the driver in the head depending on if it is being used in the standard down position or if the extension bar is being used on the front or side position. This could cause the driver to have a physical reaction even if the risk of injury from the strike is relatively small, thus causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Mine fell…

2018 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 21, 2026


1. The electronic power steering system on my 2018 Dodge Ram began malfunctioning intermittently, with the power steering going in and out, before eventually failing completely. I was informed that due to the design of the system, the entire rack-and-pinion assembly must be replaced because of the design. 2. The intermittent steering failure progressed to a complete loss of power steering assistance, creating a serious safety concern. Difficulty steering can affect the driver's ability to…

2019 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 21, 2026


* The Sun Visor on both the driver and passenger sides of my 2019 Ram 1500 failed. The holder weakens and allows the visor to drop unexpectedly, which blocks your view while driving. * When I was driving, the sun visor had popped out of the ceiling, dropped into my view of the traffic, and bounced around my hands and the steering wheel. There is an electrical wire in the sun visor that causes the sun visor to dangle, spin, and bounce around until you can grab it. * The problem has been…

2018 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 21, 2026


The ABS, brake, and traction-control warning lights on my 2018 Ram 1500 Rebel first appeared in June 2026 and are currently illuminated. During abrupt braking, the rear of the truck can slide sideways, making it difficult to maintain control. In June 2026, I was traveling approximately 50 mph when another vehicle pulled out in front of me. I applied the brakes, and my truck slid sideways off the roadway before stopping in the grass. There was no impact, visible damage, or injury, and no police…

2022 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 21, 2026


The vehicle experienced a sudden powertrain failure at a busy intersection failing to automatically restart during an auto start/stop cycle on October 6, 2026. Upon manual override, the mild hybrid motor generator unit (MGU failed to adequately charge the 48V/12V electrical systems. This failure leaves the driver highly vulnerable to a total high-speed vehicle stall in active traffic due to rapid battery depletion. The manufacturer and dealership is unlawfully denying federal coverage for this…

2013 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 21, 2026


The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was an unknown steering message displayed. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to the dealer where a diagnostic test was performed. The contact was informed that the steering module was inoperable and needed to be replaced. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Action Number: RQ23003 (Steering); and associated the failure with the investigation. The contact had the vehicle repaired by…

2013 RAM 1500

Filed Oct 21, 2026


The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The steering failure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with electronic rack and pinion failure. The contact was informed that the electronic rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was…

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Updated October 25, 2026. Refreshed nightly.