2014 RAM 1500 Power Train Problems
- 131
- 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 131 stored complaint records:
- 18 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 16 records
- engine light · 11 records
- notified failure · 8 records
- approximate failure · 8 records
- check engine · 7 records
- placed park · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 57 |
| 30–60k mi | 31 |
| 60–100k mi | 19 |
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Was told the exhaust manifold bolt/studs warped and snapped and the exhaust manifold is warped, this happened on the driver side first but was covered under warranty but now happening on driver side out of warranty. Was told my dealership they see this often and was told fca has fixed the problem in newer years by using stronger material in the bolts. This informs me that fca knows of the problem but the dealers…
ODI 11291435
Power Train
After parking my vehicle in my driveway with the rear on the upper side of a slight incline and placing the vehicle in park and shutting engine off, the vehicle strarts rolling downward for approxiamately 5 to 7 feet, eventually stopping. Firsted noticed yesterday, 12/3/19 and then again today.this is a very serious issue and a safety concern. I read on online that it may be related to issues with the brake…
ODI 11287014
Exterior Lighting · Ignition · Instrument Cluster/Panel · Power Train
2014 dodge ram. Consumer writes in regards to problems with ignition, lights and transmission. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle was parked on a hill when it began to roll backwards and crashed through a gate. The consumer grabbed the wheel, from standing outside the vehicle, directing the vehicle towards an embankment, where it landed. The vehicle dragged the consumer along the way. The emergency brake was on.…
Crash reported
ODI 11301995
Engine · Power Train
Wasn't sure if this fell under power train or engine itself. 2014 ram 1500 3.6l engine. Oil filter housing is plastic. Noticed an oil leak upon changing oil. Brought to dealer and hoped it fell under power train warranty. Did not qualify so i'm out almost 1,000 for the repair. Researching, this is a known common problem. Dealer attributed it to being over tightened filter housing. Well research shows this happens…
ODI 11280140
Power Train
I have had several malfunction of the transmission in my vehicle since purchased. They started around a year after i purchased the vehicle and have averaged approximately one malfunction per year. The first three malfunctions were similar; a "hard" downshift or upshift while i was highway driving at highway speed and adjust according to traffic flow. I heard a loud popping noise and felt the jolt of the transmission…
ODI 11277799
Electronic Stability Control · Power Train · Service Brakes
This has happened on a multitude of occasions. While driving the vehicle, the check engine light, the traction control light will both come on. At the same time as the lights the messages show up and say to service shifter knob, then right after that the service trailer brake system message shows up and will be the only message found in the messages folder. The check engine light and the traction control light stay…
ODI 11266951
Power Train
Dangerous. Transmission problem on slight uphill at speeds from 40-70 miles. Suddenly the traction control off light and engine light comes on, truck gets stuck in a weird gear, gas pedal only works half way. You cannot speed up to save your life. This is just a 4 year old truck. Absolutely unfoto buyers.
ODI 11266025
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
After the v08 update very bad lag from the pedal and gas mileage dropped very significantly.
ODI 11258269
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
The v08 emission recall has despite what the manufacturer claims decreased my mpg, increased turbo lag, made it unsafe to drive due to literally slower than acceptable throttle response, and daily diesel regeneration. All before this flash to the ecu there where no problems. But since it is a ticking time bomb just waiting for for me to get t-boned at an intersection for the delayed acceleration.
ODI 11254588
Power Train
When in motion on a city or a highway the transmission does not downshift correctly and it sounds like if it is revving when not stepping on the gas.
ODI 11245131
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Recall for emissions not performed correctly. Engine light comes on all the time. Warning flashes on dash : "engine will not restart in 200 mi service def see dealer." started at 5000 miles and has plagued the truck every since then. Ram was supposed to fix and reimburse under recent recall and extended warranty settlement. I have documented, written, called, emailed, and faxed to the ram manufacturer. I get no…
ODI 11267027
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
2014 ram ecodiesel. Had the emissions update done per the fca class action lawsuit requirements. After the update, my truck has an extremely dangerous turbo/throttle lag. This lag can last anywhere from 2-5 seconds. Additionally, the truck was advertised as 29 mpg on the highway. After the update, i am sitting around 17 mpg. I have lodged a complaint with fca and am still waiting to hear back. This is no longer an…
ODI 11242749
Power Train
When the vehicle is in gear then stopped and placed in park but not shut off it will not go back into gear. This started the end of june 2019. It has occurred at least seven times. It has occurred in driveways, parking lots, and landscape and lumber yards. At the yards it blocked oncoming traffic.it happened when the vehicle was half way into our street from our driveway where vehicles had to drive around the truck.…
ODI 11268793
Power Train
After receiving the epa mandated emissions update known as aem (v08) i have been experiencing an unsafe amount of lag from the time the accelerator is pressed to the time the truck actually begins to accelerate. At times, i can count to 5 seconds before the truck begins to move forward. This is unacceptable and downright unsafe. Fca is staying that the lag is as the software intended it to be. When the truck was…
ODI 11256181
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
On 06/12/2019, i had the v08 recall (aem modification update) done on my 2014 ram 1500 ecodiesel. This recall was required as part of an emissions related lawsuit. Fca advised that the updated software is not expected to change any of the vehicles attributes to include vehicle performance, driveability, and fuel economy. After having the recall work done, i have noticed a serious concern regarding the acceleration…
ODI 11231140
Power Train
I was exiting the vehicle the engine was running and i had put it into park, the vehicle suddenly went into reverse.i stepped out of the truck and was knocked over my legs were under the truck i managed to get them,out from under the truck,the edge of the front wheel caught my right foot pulling the sneaker off and spraining my ankle. The door caught my head and split it open. I had to go to the er for medical…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11220691
Power Train
The vehicle suddenly decelerates for a few seconds while driving which causes loss of control of the vehicle. Very unsafe condition. Potential to cause an accident. This issue happened several times. Once approx a month ago at ~94000 miles and then twice on june 8, at approx 97000 miles.
ODI 11218722
Engine · Power Train
After emissions recall vo8 was performed in may, the throttle response is gone. There have been many close calls where the truck won't go when the gas is pressed. It was perfectly normal before recall was done.
ODI 11228572
Power Train
On 5/23/19 i took my truck to the dealer where i'd bought it new to fix a check engine light that was on.after the issue was found and repaired, i picked the truck up and was told a trans update(recall # u07) was also done. As soon as i pulled into light traffic,i noticed the throttle pedal was unresponsive and the truck was sluggish and slow to accelerate.it also shifted up and down a lot more then it normally does…
ODI 11292094
Electrical System · Power Train
Takata recall while the vehicle was in park the rotary knob would spin back and forth and wouldn't move out of park. It stated service transmission shifter. I diconnected the battery and reconnected it. Very quickly i moved it into drive and was able to get the truck into drive and in motion . Shortly after at a speed of approximately 70 mph, in the middle of the highway, the vehicle shifted from drive into neutral…
ODI 11209068
Power Train
When slowing down to a stop the transmission conducts a harsh down shift from 3rd gear to 2nd and or 2nd to 1st gear. I feel that this will cause the transmission eventually wear down. Dodge mechanics say there are not fault codes.
ODI 11220566
Engine · Power Train
Ram performed recall update v08 to the emissions system on this vehicle to become complaint with federal emissions. After the update there is a 3 second delay in throttle response. This generally occurs while the truck is stopped and is taking a left or right turn. This is a very serious safety issue that has almost resulted in a couple accidents. Recall v08 was not supposed to effect fuel economy, but post recall i…
ODI 11230009
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Fca aem recall. Since getting the emissions recall done the truck no longer responds like it did. It is a life safety issue. The update has mad the truck very sluggish to the point it feels like it is going to stall when trying to start from a stop or merging into traffic on the highway. I have also lost 5-6 mpg since the update and will no long let my wife drive it to do lack of power to even get moving.
ODI 11233652
Power Train
Slipped out of park, truck was on wheel ramps but not fully on flat part of ramp. I was changing the oil on the vehicle. It was on the ramps for around 15 minutes and rolled backwards. The vehicle was still in park and luckily i was not under it at the time. Not my smartest move no blocks behind wheels and no parking brake on. I double checked and vehicle started and was still in park without me touching the rotary…
ODI 11186320
Power Train
Bought truck as a cpo in may 2015, a month into ownership engine light came on, code p26ab, engine coolant bypass valve. Called the dealership and they were able to get me into a local dealership to check it out. Tech said they did not find anything, it must be an old code they did not erase. Then on 3/4/19 same code returned, p26ab. There has been a recall on 2013 ram for the same problem.
ODI 11184246