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 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 10 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Should. The leak and problem gets worse over time. 12/26/18-76,xxx miles.
ODI 11163564
Electrical System · Engine
Occasionally when decelerating engine shuts off causing loss of power steering. Has happened multiple times (3) over past year when on board cpu started causing single headlight to stop functioning. There are no traditional fuses for lights.
ODI 11154881
Electrical System · Engine
Vehicle fails to start in the morning. Once it is started, it runs fine. It will restart if not left more that 4 hours. It is parked in a garage at night and the temprature never gets below freezing.
ODI 11175692
Engine
My 2012 ram 4x4 with the 5.7 hemi had 102k miles on it when i purchased it, at 105k miles the check engine light came on the code was po302 #2 cylinder misfire. I didn't make it to my 1st oil change b4 it went out. I have made 3 payments on it, now its a money pit and i can not afford to repair it, and if i let it go back to bank it screws my credit up lol how's that for you all lol i have 5 ppl in my family i…
ODI 11153199
Engine
Known major issue with with ram hemi 5.7l lifters going bad and eating into camshaft. My truck has started this problem and will only get worse without major repairs, causing decrease of acceleration and eventually motor lock up. Dodge/chrysler knows this problem and, as yet, has done nothing about it.
ODI 11131598
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Takata recall problem torque converter clutch solenoid circuits
ODI 11113670
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The contact stated that the check engine and electronic throttle control (lightning bolt warning symbol) indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. Simultaneously, the vehicle accelerated rapidly. The contact depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. Sterling heights chrysler jeep dodge ram ([redacted],…
ODI 11127948
Engine
The exhaust manifold leaks due to broken bolts adhering manifold to engine. The problem is wide spread and a known problem with this vehicle, it is possibly allowing exhaust gas into passenger compartment due to leak from poor design, costing consumer more than 1000$ to fix both sides of manifold.
ODI 11189834
Engine
Started hearing a loud ticking sound coming from engine on passenger side when engine is cold. Once engine warms up sound goes away.
ODI 11170894
Engine
Truck engine began tapping and had poor acceleration. Dealership has diagnosed a cylinder 5 miss fire. Changing lifters and cam shaft. Truck has 74,000 miles.
ODI 11114775
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning after striking a bump in the road. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power completely. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and parked the vehicle. The vehicle was able to restart after slowly turning the ignition key. The contact stated that the ignition switch was faulty. Bimidji chrysler…
ODI 11121714
Engine
When starting the vehicle the is a distinct ticking sound coming from the passenger side. As the vehicle warms up it goes away. After later diagnosis, it was found that the bolts on the exhaust manifold had broke off or sheared off from the head. This was said to be a common issue with ram trucks because of the heat displacement issue. I come to find out that chrysler has no record or intention of addressing this…
ODI 11101959
Engine
Exhaust manifold header bolts are prone to breaking due to an incompatibility between the aluminum block and the cast iron header manifolds. They expand/contract at different rates causing the bolts to stretch and eventually break off causing a manifold leak, which reduces performance, decreases gas mileage and let's exhaust gasses enter the atmosphere without going through the catalytic converter. This occurred on…
ODI 11099928
Engine
Exhaust manifold bolts break. Most people i have talked to with a 4th generation ram have or had the same issue. It is an obvious design flaw. My truck only has 35k miles on it.
ODI 11123127
Engine
When i start my truck the lifters are knocking and a tapping sound! And my truck its bogging down losing power. When i step on the gas it take it longer to reach power than usually. The rpms seem stuck it never done this before. I want to get it fix. I dont want no further problems. I hope you guys can help out with my situation! Thank you for your time!
ODI 11097861
Engine
Exhaust manifold bolts have broken off right side of the engine. Left side broke off in 2015 and were replaced under warranty. Statement of defective bolts was the reason and when asked to replace both sides of the engine with the new bolts, the dealership stated they were good bolts. Dealership detected the exhaust leak and broken bolt on 5/09/18.
ODI 11093242
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tipm computer issues. Fuel pump not shutting off dur to relay sticking inside the tipm. Random engine shutdown in traffic. Abs system inactive due to electrical issues inside the tipm. Engine codes from options not installed in the truck from factory. Tipm not recognizing key in ignition (cannot start with key. Only by remote) brake failure due to abs module not getting signal from tipm.
ODI 11102225
Engine
Exhaust manifold bolts are broke off in the block!!!!!
ODI 11184902
Engine
Camshaft and lifters are not working right and damaging the camshaft
ODI 11101777
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Vehicle engine intermittently shuts down / powers off when slowing down. This has happened numerous times and the issue seems to be getting worse even after repairs. This is a major safety hazard and could cause serious injuries. 4/16/18 engine died 3 times on the way home from picking up my daughter from school, 5/1/18 driving on fm 2100 going approx 45 mph vihle comptely shut off at the intersection of fm 2100 &…
ODI 11098491
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
2012 dodge ram 1500 express 2wd / 2 door truck. On march 21, 2018 at 9:00 am, i had a fire in the center of my steering wheel by my airbag. I took the truck to the dealer and they told me that my entire electrical wire harness caught on fire for no apparent reason. I called my insurance company and they told me they will only cover normal wear and tear. I believe this is a assembly and manufacturing issue with these…
Fire reported
ODI 11081190
Engine
2012 ram1500 - 74,250 miles. Started on 3/5 - got off the highway to gas up. Filled it and then check engine light came on. Believed it to be "gas cap" issue, since i just gassed up. Brought it to a auto parts store for a quick check. P303. Engine misfire cylinder 3. Initially replaced ignition coil, then spark plugs, no change in issue. Each time the light came on, i was driving above 50 mph. Taken it again to two…
ODI 11084723
Engine · Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While the vehicle was idling in the park position, the engine inadvertently shut off and the air bag, throttle control, trailer brake, check engine, and other warning indicators illuminated. The contact, a certified chevrolet independent mechanic, diagnosed that the fuse block opened up and caused the power train relay to shut down. The fuse block needed replacement. The vehicle…
ODI 11075194
Engine
Ram 1500 2012 5.7 hemi began with a "squeak" coming from the underside of the engine/bell housing. Diagnosed as a camshaft/lifter problem. Engine only has 77749 miles. Understand that this is a common problem with the hemi.
ODI 11092559
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. When the vehicle was started, the engine shook, which caused the entire vehicle to shake. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (texan dodge chrysler jeep ram, 18555 eastex freeway service rd, humble, tx 77338) where it was diagnosed that cylinder five misfired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not…
ODI 11066726