2015 RAM 1500 Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 66
- 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 66 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel sensor · 17 records
- engine light · 14 records
- check engine · 11 records
- fuel gauge · 10 records
- fuel level · 8 records
- fuel tank · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 29 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Truck completely shuts off while driving down the road without warning, has egr and service electronic throttle control, service exhaust, has other related electrical problems that shows up as codes, replaced the fuel pump and it still shows low fuel pressure and take several seconds to crank now and my fuel mileage is decreased.
ODI 11280695
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel sensor/pump module failure. Truck would read low or empty fuel even when the tank was filled up. The issue occurs when it is running or stationary.
ODI 11278084
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
When coming to a stop, a strong smell of diesel and def or anti freeze comes into cab. Windows are up, it comes thru the vents.
ODI 11270697
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
I had the recall from ram for the ecodiesel recall and now the truck is complete unsafe. I can't even accelerate into traffic without getting nervous. The truck lags and the throttle response is terrible now. Instead of buying them back like volkswagen did, chrysler put us in death traps.
ODI 11265437
Fuel/Propulsion System
I had the aem recall and the truck is extremely sluggish until it is completely warm. Even if it sits for 1/2 hour or more it is very unresponsive for about 10 minutes. Hard to cross an intersection etc. When it will barely move.
ODI 11265471
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
After aem update their is a throttle and turbo lag that has put me in harms way on numerous occasions. When making a left or right turn the engine fails to accelerate for some times up to a block making it impossible to merge safely with traffic this has resulted in numerous extremely close calls. Both on city streets and highways the problem is in the new software that updated the required aem this problem is being…
ODI 11265725
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Did the aem recall emissions reprogram. The truck now has very slow acceleration when cold. You have to floor the throttle to get it to move when cold. Very dangerous when merging into traffic or leaving a stop. The fuel economy has dropped to 20-21 mpg from 25 and higher. It is a much different and not enjoyed truck anymore. Talked with dealer. They are very aware of the issue as almost everyone has the same…
ODI 11258436
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 1500. The contact stated that the fuel sensor lever failed while driving 65 mph. The fuel sensor alarmed alerted that the fuel sensor failed and the fuel level displayed zero; however, the contact new that the fuel tank was full. The contact spoke with an unknown dealer who stated that the fuel level sensor could be replaced with the same part and would be under warranty for two…
ODI 11256529
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
I had the updated aem installed in my 2015 ram eco diesel. Now at times i step on the gas and it lags really bad(no power). This could be bad while in traffic etc
ODI 11258418
Fuel/Propulsion System
The engine and fuel lights turn on plus the fuel needle moved to empty, light comes on flashing fuel sensor fail. This started happening at around 45000 miles. I have been told i will have to drop the gas tank and replace the fuel pump. Happens while idling or driving the truck
ODI 11243875
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
V08 recall. Acceleration from any speed, including standing start is dangerously delayed, pulling into and across traffic is unpredictable. There is no throttle response until around 70% throttle, then acceleration is unpredictable and late. Fuel consumption is beyond passable for such a potentially efficient and powerful engine. The purpose of the vehicle is light towing. The power train has been tuned to the point…
ODI 11254595
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
My truck received the v08 emissions software recall before i purchased it in july of 2019. As with hundreds of other ecodiesel owners, i am experiencing a dangerous throttle lag when the engine is cold. If i try to turn left and merge into traffic, there is a several second delay before the truck starts building speed. I feel this could potentially cause a crash. I have unintentionally cut people off because of this…
ODI 11265856
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I own a 2015 ram 1500, which i purchased new in august of 2015. This vehicle has the ecodiesel engine as original equipment. This same engine was the topic of a class action law suit filed against fiat/chrysler. The agreements in the settlement of that suit requires ram dealers to update the engine software so that it will meet the original emissions specs. The update is also not supposed to effect drivability. My…
ODI 11231499
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
After the v08 recall the drivability of vehicle is dangerous. The fuel consumption and the lag of the engine is also a huge concern but it handles totally different. While it still seems decently reliable, for now, everyday unsureness of trying to anticipate how the vehicle will handle during driving is the primary factor.
ODI 11255389
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
Unexpected acceleration followed by inability to stop or steer or limit acceleration. Second accident, same vehicle, identical problem.
Crash reported
ODI 11231983
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
I had the recall done ( v 08 ) , now the throttle response is terrible and the fuel mileage has dropped by two mpg in town and two and a half mpg on the highway . You don't want to pull out into traffic unless you have a lot room because of severe throttle lag , it will lag and then take off like a rocket , but you never know when , also downshifts on hills that it never used to before . I wish i would never had the…
ODI 11229961
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
I recently had the approved emissions modification performed on my 2015 ram 1500 ecodiesel. Since the modification, the truck has a terrible lag when i take off, sometimes up to 5 seconds. This happens when i put my foot on accelerator and try to go. This lag is going to get me hit and possibly killed. Online forums of fellow ram ecodiesel owners state the same problem. Ram needs to get this fixed and push out an…
ODI 11255881
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel sending unit issues around 80 k miles sends error codes and check engine lights . Checked on multiple forums many consumers are having the same issue and it's not covered under warranties. It's a continuous problem around half a tank. Check engine light code is for loss of signal to fuel sender
ODI 11281907
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 1500. While driving 35 mph, the fuel gauge dropped to 0 and the fuel sensor failure warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to desert 215 superstore (located at [redacted], las vegas, nv 89113, [redacted]), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 164,000.
ODI 11281853
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
After recieving fca's recently released recall for the aem emissions recall the trucks performance is dangerously erratic. There are times the truck will hardly move from a stop pulling into cross traffic and other times it will accelerate extremely hard. This unknown makes it dangerous to operate in a lot of circumstances.
ODI 11234065
Fuel/Propulsion System
My 2015 ram has almost 32,000 miles . The check engine light came on yesterday after filling up my tank. It throws a code fuel sensor fail and fuel low. The fuel guage is on empty with 3\4 full tank. It happens while your driving or standing still iddling.
ODI 11222204
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
The recent ecodiesel recall was performed. As i pulled out of the dealership the truck stalled in the middle of a four lane road like the transmission slipped. The next day the truck literally stalled in the middle of the road. The rpms goes up to over 5000 then the truck slowly gains power. I pulled back into the lot and pressed the pedal to the floor from a dead stop and the same thing. Went back to the dealership…
ODI 11220817
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Involving the eco diesel emissions update performed on my 2015 ram 1500 at the dealership by fca on 06/11/19 said it would not change the driveablity of the vehicle but it has, in the acceleration that is delayed or sometimes just not there at all, this is inconsistent and intermittent when pulling out onto a roadway i must take the possibility in mind that the vehicle might not get going into the flow of traffic, i…
ODI 11256649
Fuel/Propulsion System
2015 ram 1500 with 69,000 miles on it and the check engine light comes on when truck gets to a half tank of gas had the code checked p0463 fuel sensor level. Now i never know how much fuel is in the tank because cant trust the fuel gauge while traveling also truck wont start with remote start with check engine light on. From doing some research this seems to be a very common problem . Its sad that you pay so much…
ODI 11299465
Fuel/Propulsion System
My vehicle is completely stock and have never been modified. After the advance engine modification (v08), i notice a delay on the throttle. Scary enough to not being able pull out of the way of accident is about to happen. It doesn't have enough power at initial push when over taking but when it gets there it will maintain the speed.
ODI 11258328