2012 RAM 1500 Engine Problems
- 105
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 105 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- exhaust manifold · 16 records
- check engine · 13 records
- manifold bolts · 9 records
- without warning · 8 records
- exhaust leak · 8 records
- passenger side · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 41 |
| 100–150k mi | 17 |
| 30–60k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 10 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated while driving and slowing to a stop the vehicle stalled with an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle would operate without the key in the ignition. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test was still pending. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was…
ODI 11308350
Engine
LIFTER/ TAPPER FAILURE IN CYLINDERS 3 AND 5.
ODI 11287578
Engine
Cylinder misfire at high rpm. Roller lifters getting stuck or wearing and causing grooves or excessive camshaft wear. Random cylinders and lifters becoming stuck or bearings on lifters failing causing excessive and premature camshaft wear or failure of lobes on camshaft. 2012 hemi 5.7l engine. Happens when engine put under a load such as getting onto highway or passing a slower moving vehicle. Under load or higher…
ODI 11286333
Electrical System · Engine
While driving the vehicle on the highway, it lost power and shut off. Had it towed to a mechanic and they said my valves, lifters, and camshaft were damaged. The truck only has 110,000 miles on it. When the truck lost power, it would have caused an accident, lucky though i was able to pull over in enough time, before another vehicle could hit me. This seems to be a common thing, with these trucks, the mechanic can't…
ODI 11287172
Engine
Loud ticking noise caused by lifter/camshaft malfunction. Truck loses power. While driving on highway, truck started misfiring (cylinder 3). Had to put on hazard flashers and drive at severely reduced speeds for 125 miles to get home. This is a major problem with the hemi engine. Cannot get lifters due to supply and demand issues. If you can find lifters, the prices are outrageous. Dodge dealer.states there are more…
ODI 11230986
Engine
2012 dodge ram 1500 sport 5.7 hemi 73000 miles and without warning while driving the valve spring breaks did not even generate a check engine light come to find out that several other ram hemi owners have had the sam issue and dodge apparently is aware of this and will not!!!!!!!!!!!! Stand behind their product so i will never!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Own or recommend to anyone i know to own one of these p.o.s.…
ODI 11228648
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled and was towed to stalling dodge (1245 38th blvd ne, cairo, ga). The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,000.
ODI 11256090
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I started to have trouble with the truck as it would not start in the mornings when i was trying to go to work. I replaced the fuel pump and it did not solve the problem. Shortly after that, my battery would be dead most mornings. I replaced the battery, but still the problems continued. The truck started to lose power while i was driving so i took it to a mechanic. He told me that the tipm was faulty and needed to…
ODI 11210875
Engine
2012 ram 1500 - cranked my ram truck one morning and the engine had a knock with a tapping sound, turn off check the oil level which was ok! Started the engine and only heard like a mainifold leak. After driving a few miles , i notice that the truck was shaky during take-off or climbing a hill. Drop truck off at my mechanic for a tune-up and later that day my mechanic notified me the tune-up wasn't the problem. He…
ODI 11208867
Engine
Exhaust studs broke took to shop for repair got back still exhaust leak took back had to replace driver side maniford was told by dodge dealer shop that new design studs was available cause of the problem dodge had with studs breaking paid over $1200 for this work
ODI 11208840
Engine
2012 dodge ram sport loses power and has an annoying ticking sound with it.. Ticking is constant and so is power loss. This happened two days ago.. Truck has 155,620 miles on it. Happened as i was getting on the the interstate..
ODI 11207911
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While driving at any speed, the vehicle shook, the engine made abnormal noises, and the check engine indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the lifters in the engine cylinder needed to be replaced. The contact called village motors at [redacted] (located at [redacted], millersburg, oh 44654) where it was determined…
ODI 11219089
Engine
Truck shuts down on occasions when you step on the brakes?
ODI 11208416
Engine · Unknown Or Other
I bought 2012 ram 1500 in august 2018, i make payment. This past april vibration and hesitation got worse, i had plugs replaced , didn't help. Found out that lifters needed replaced and camshaft. I spent $217 on plug replacement and additional $4500 to replace lifters camshaft. Engine light comes on now it's saying vaporation leak. I have read that thousands and thousands of customers have had this problem and no…
ODI 11217192
Engine
Serious exhaust leak. Also, exhaust is leaking into the cabin. My 2012 dodge ram 1500 truck has 77,000 miles. I noticed a ticking noise coming from under the hood and a terrible smell inside the truck. I realized the vehicle has an exhaust leak. The leak is coming from the exhaust manifold on the passenger side. A mechanic friend of mine who works at a shop in gainesville fl told me his shop has repaired 125 of the…
ODI 11196899
Engine
Cam and lifter failure under 90,000miles on it had for about a year bought from dodge dealership they said there was no warranty or extended warranty coverage on it this is prime example of a lemon for the lemon law this is apparently a common issue on these engines with a repair cost of 4400 dollars or more this is unacceptable also the dealership has had my truck more than 3 months because they can't get the…
ODI 11209556
Engine
The lifters have failed and there is only around 80,000 miles on vehicle. After doing research i have found that this is a very common problem for the hemi engines that have the mds system. I should not have to pay thousands of dollars to have it fixed when this is a very well known problem and design flaw
ODI 11186632
Engine · Power Train
While operating my truck in normal usage, the truck began to loss power, shake violently, and emit a knocking/clacking sound. The truck displayed a mil code p0304 for a misfire, one that was caused by defective, negligently engineered powertrain components. Camshaft and valve lifter failures are known issues on this vehicle across multiple model years. The moment when they manifest can cause driver distraction at…
ODI 11184479
Engine · Seats
My ram 1500 had valve springs break. It has a tick in the engine and the mechanic said it was a lifter. He said 2012 rams always get bad lifters, also the front seats the way they are shaped, when getting in or out the edges are rubbed and my leather is torn. The lifter is a major issue. I'll never by another ram again because of it. My truck sounds awful. I have 97000 mile it's 2012, looks beautiful, and sounds…
ODI 11186959
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While making a right turn, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact powered off the engine while in traffic. The vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normally. On another occasion, the vehicle failed to start and a clicking noise was heard. Also, the message "no fuse" appeared. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were contacted,…
ODI 11176363
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normally. In addition, when making turns, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to autonation chrysler dodge jeep ram of katy (located…
ODI 11180343
Engine
My check engine light came on while driving apprx 65 on the free way. I checked the code p0305. Slight sputter at first. Now low power below 30mph and major jump into gear higher than 30mph. Almost as if skipping a gear. Mechanic diagnosed it as a cam failure causing a misfire, possibly from evidence of spring seizure.
ODI 11187429
Engine
There are thousands of ram 1500 owners having this problem. The lifters in the motor have a defect in the needle bearings, because of the demand for these lifters i will be without a vehicle for 2 months. I find this unacceptable and i guarantee you all the other owners do also.
ODI 11173933
Engine
I had taken my vehicle to lodi cdjr to have recall work performed. They then inspected my vehicle and found both exhaust manifolds warped and studs holding them to the block broken. They recommended replacement of manifolds. I had the work performed at my private mechanic who stated that they see this repair frequently. I looked at dodgeramforum online and saw this damage talked about a lot. It is my understanding…
ODI 11173399
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the vehicle lost power and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was informed that the engine needed to be repaired. The contact called bob richards chrysler dodge jeep ram (1666 jefferson davis hwy, graniteville, sc 29829, [redacted]) and was informed to schedule a service appointment. The…
ODI 11173873