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Ram 1500 Classic
Data refreshed July 24, 2026
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Complaints
11,391
Active records
Recalls
94
Active records
TSBs
3,381
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
14
Injuries
469
Crashes
613
Fires
184
Top reported issues — Ram 1500 Classic
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Operating state
Reporting mechanism
Steering behavior
Condition issue
Driver assistance issue
Engine behavior
Performance issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Braking behavior
Noise
Safety restraint issue
Fluid issue
Electrical issue
Infotainment behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Thermal issue
Vibration/harshness
Safety restraint behavior
Starting behavior
Access/entry issue
Lighting behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Recent change
HVAC behavior
Smell
Wiper/washer behavior
Communication/network issue
Electrified system issue
Charging behavior
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2019 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 21, 2026
Pop up display indicates ABS failure, There exist already active recalls on 2019 Ram however according to Ram Customer Service my vehicle is not among current recalls. My issue is the same as my nephew. ‘Same truck, same year, . ABS failure , disables cruise control, 4 wheel drive, and says to have system serviced.
2019 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 21, 2026
SUMMARY OF ISSUE: Water intrusion from a defective factory rear window seal flooded the Radio Frequency (RF) Hub module, causing severe, dangerous network communication (CAN bus) failures while driving. The removed RF Hub has been retained by the owner and is available for physical inspection upon request. SAFETY RISKS: Power steering repeatedly seizes/locks up while driving. Vehicle completely stalls and freezes in active intersections and at highway speeds on I-95. Instrument panel…
2023 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 21, 2026
My truck had safety recall 24V-729 done to fix a turn signal that will not shut off. Since the recall I have had to have the same problem fixed an additional two times. The dealership will not classify it under the recall and have charged me for the repairs. They say that it is not the SCCM, which the recall says is the issue. My problem is that the turn signal has been fixed 3 times total.
2014 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 21, 2026
Shortly after purchasing this truck, the ABS, Traction Control, Electronic braking system, and trailer brake system lights all came on. Back then I did some research and learned it was just something I will have to live with. Fast forward 2 years and the other day I drove to work like normal but when I came back out to my truck the electronic power steering had gone out. Some research told me that it was caused by my ABS module going bad. It is ridiculous that this part is going out in so many…
2025 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 21, 2026
While driving northbound on [XXX] from [XXX] into [XXX] during heavy rain, my vehicle experienced an uncommanded Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) deployment just before the bridge. The sudden activation of the AEB system at highway speed on a wet surface caused the vehicle to lose traction, resulting in fishtailing and a subsequent head-on collision into the median. This malfunction not only put my life in danger, but the life of my passenger because if I was not able to recover as I did, the…
2020 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced an unknown part, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, and it was determined that the intake manifold needed to be replaced; however, the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage…
2014 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn. The message Service Power Steering was illuminated. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance since the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 61,327.
2019 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 20, 2026
I was on the highway when the vehicle alerted me that shift was unavailable then the auto start/stop was unavailable then the airbags were unavailable then my FUEL and my MPH were not reading. My windshield wipers started all on their own and could not be turned off! And my EMERGENCY LIGHTS WERE INOP. I LOST POWER STEERING and was locked in gear! All while in morning rush hour traffic on the highway! The vehicle gave me a notification to get to my destination before turning it off or changing…
2016 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle intermittently went into LIMP Mode. The contact stated that the Drive to Park and Pull Over and Shift Gear messages were displayed on the instrument panel. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where repairs were performed, including recall repairs and the replacement of an emissions system fan; however, the failure persisted. The contact…
2021 RAM 1500
Filed Jul 19, 2026
Me and my 2 children and my husband were traveling to Springfield Mo . We had stopped for some snacks at Dollar general . When we all go back in the vehicle . My husband tried to start our truck he was turning the key over and over and it just wasn’t starting . Here it is 95 degrees outside with 2 small children and our truck is our only transportation . So my husband explained to AI what issue we were having and it said an issue with our Powertrain Control Module . The Powertrain Control…