FaultScore

2015 RAM 1500 other reported problems

114 of the 1,963 complaints about the 2015 RAM 1500 are about the other systems — 6% of everything reported for this model year. Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before 56,000 miles.

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114

Complaints

4

Crashes

13

Fires

4

Injuries

Exactly what failed

Unknown OR Other 113 99.1%
Other/Unknown 1 0.9%

Other & Unspecified across every RAM 1500 year

2013 50 4.1%
2014 131 10.8%
2015 114 9.4%
2016 125 10.3%
2017 67 5.5%
2018 92 7.6%
2019 233 19.2%
2020 110 9.1%
2021 101 8.3%
2022 89 7.3%
2023 45 3.7%
2024 12 1.0%
2025 34 2.8%
2026 12 1.0%

What owners said

Filed with NHTSA, in their own words.

Yonkers, NY

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

On XXX the truck stopped while driving on the highway XXX going south. And I got two diagnostic codes: P0336 and P01401. I towed it to the dealer, and they refused to fix it. I would like to know why they would not fix the crankshaft position sensor and the tone wheel. My truck was purchased new at this dealer Central Avenue Dodge . The VIN# [XXX]. 2015 RAM 1500 ECODIESEL 3.0 Please advise. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA complaint #11757874 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Ray City, GA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2015 Ram 1500 Laramie. ABS, Traction control, Brake light warnings on. Cruise control also will not work. Have taken to dealer O'Steen in Nashville, Ga. and was told the ABS module is bad and they are unable to get one. They informed me they have had three other customers order this module and none have received the part. They have been on back order for over a year.

NHTSA complaint #11746887 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Sterling Heights, MI

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I was taking my family out to dinner when all of a sudden I kept hearing a rattle and something smacking on the bottom of my truck. I had people flashing their lights at me, so I pulled over into the nearest gas station and got underneath. To my surprise, the fuel tank was halfway hanging with the front strap. I looked where it goes and it's all corroded on the frame. I ratchet strapped it up in the meantime and turned back around and carefully drove home. I'm not sure how to go about my safety being at risk, I just know that a fuel tank falling/getting damaged because the OEM bracket strap on the frame corroding out is not something to take ever so lightly. Who knows what could of happened. The problem I guess is a big issue with 4th Gen RAM's all over the internet, so bad to the point that it went from a 3 year extended warranty until it was changed to a 12 year unlimited mile fix for a salt state such as where I'm located (MI). I have not had it inspected, due to if I have to drive on it, it's either going to get fixed or is already fixed. There were also no lights or indications besides hearing the noise and getting underneath for an inspection.

NHTSA complaint #11706038 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Wichita, KS

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I have been waiting for brake and traction control components since April 2025, from the Chysler corporation. Latest e-mail states maybe parts in November. I have received these notifications since i initiated a complaint in September. Reply I receive: " Raw material/component supply shortage with supplier." This truck is not safe to drive, it is currently parked at the dealership waiting for parts.

NHTSA complaint #11696319 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Hamlin, NY

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

In writing complaint against FCA for not fairness for some VINs with Ecodiesel doesn’t include W68. Following with recall W58 vs W68, my VIN was picked for W58, but never pick for W68 because my VIN is not included. Just complete service for crankshaft throttle failure and spent $2000 for this. I am very disappointed that crankshaft failure recalled do not cover because W68 was not included. I think those W58 for computer update failed to prevent break down due to loose magnetic issue. My VIN is suppose to add recall for W68 because FCA missed this. W58 failed to cover the damages with crankshaft which is mean computer doesn’t solve the problem.

NHTSA complaint #11696187 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Vail, CO Fire

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The Starter of the truck seems to have "shorted" and started an electrical fire that burnt the wiring harness leading up to the battery including part of the battery cover. Drove truck on 100 mile trip. Arrived, parked. 2 days later went out to truck to drive home. Turned key, check engine light came on. Service electronic throttle control light came on. Opened hood, smelled burned smell. discovered battery cover and harnessed burned. Disconnected and removed battery. Had truck towed 100miles home. Went to mechanic who traced the burn down to the starter. He replaced the starter and showed me where the fire started. FYI I called the service manager at Berthod Ram in Glenwood Springs Colorado to ask if they would like to see the Starter, left message. THEY DID NOT REPLY.

NHTSA complaint #11694540 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Lithia, FL

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Courtesy jeep dodge ram on Adamo dr in Florida does not have parts for recalls. They say they are forever back ordered. the ABS Control module which THEY advised is recalled on this vehicle but WILL FORVER BE OUT OF STOCK, so what I’m going to ride around with no ABS? Very upsetting. Paid them 56k for this vehicle originally and they can’t honor recalls. They tell you, just buy a new vehicle. Seems fishy.

NHTSA complaint #11689820 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Houma, LA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Loss of power steering and simultaneous loss of speedometer readings. If one is down, so is the other. It happens mostly on start (intermittent), but has been known to happen while driving. First time was July 4, then it has happened at least 5 times since.

NHTSA complaint #11673677 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Fredericksburg, VA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I can be driving down the road and the driver seat belt will unhook by its self . An I was pulling a trailer and the tailgate must of came open and I didn’t notice and the trailer jack dented my tailgate.

NHTSA complaint #11672577 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Langhorne, PA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 35MPH AND I HEARD A THUMP AND THAN A METALLIC DRAGGING SOUND I PULLED OVER AND FOUND MY GAS TANK HANGING FROM THE REAR STRAP THE FRONT STRAP PULLED OUT OF THE FRAME AND WAS RUBBING ON THE REAR DRIVE SHAFT THAT WAS THE METALLIC SOUND THE T SLOT IN THE FRAME RUSTED OUT AND ALLOWED THE TANK MOUNT TO PULL FREE FROM THE FRAME MY TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN USED AS A PLOW TRUCK OR OFF ROADED ITS A FAMILY VEHICLE WITH 76000 MILES THAT I BOUGHT NEW IF I WAS ON A HIGHWAY OR TURNPIKE DOING 55 OR 65 MPH IT COULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS

NHTSA complaint #11651481 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Waxahachie, TX

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Instrument cluster goes black. I have noticed a lot of people complaining about the same issue

NHTSA complaint #11637464 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Klein, TX

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Flooded cab resulting from cab leak from 3rd brake light has been fixed & mold remediation twice, while under warranty. Leak has begun again, along with the growth of dangerous mold that results under the back seats.

NHTSA complaint #11620545 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Spring, TX

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Antilock Brake System module has failed, causing the light on the dashboard, along with the traction control light, to stay on. This covers up any braking issues, as I am forced to drive with this light on; as Ram is not selling the ABS module, saying they are under "Engineering evaluation". The problem with my truck cannot be fixed at this time & I am forced to drive an unsafe vehicle. Reported to Ram, but no action taken to recall.

NHTSA complaint #11620550 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Mount Pleasant, MI

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

When driving the vehicle at 35 mph the vehicle jerks locks the wheels up and the vehicle revs up for a few seconds before returning to normal operational rpms. My vehicle has did this numerous times. Took it to dealership and been there for 2 months and said it was fixed the next day the vehicle did the same thing. Been an on-going issue for a year

NHTSA complaint #11616660 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Miami, AZ

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Was driving to store got to store came out vehicle won't start just keeps turning over. From others that have the same vehicle ecodiesel I'm told it's the tone wheel/crankshaft position. And that the cheap plastic housing chips which causes the no start. Also recall for high pressure fuel pump. And the closest dealership to me can't get my vehicle in for over a month and won't provide a loaner vehicle. I'm well over 2 hours from any other dealership. I bought this vehicle from a dodge ram dealership and was told "NO RECALLS PRESENT " they even had me sign a paper that stated that and gave me a carfax that so no recalls and no recalls ever. But turns out there are 18 recalls for this vehicle. Bought thus vehicle November 2023. So now this vehicle is sitting in my driveway not running and can't get it fixed because the closest dealership can't because they have 1 ONE technician, and no other dealership will tow it to get fix free of charge. All of the symptoms are related to both recalls. High pressure fuel pump, and tone wheel /crankshaft position. Lastly a LOT of people are having to replace the intake manifold regardless of milage for this type of motor.

NHTSA complaint #11613236 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Baltimore, MD

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Took my 2015 ram to the dealer because of ABS, TRACTION and BREAK light was on the dash. They said my ABS CONTROL MODUAL was bad and needs to be replace. Part is back order and can't find the part no ware!!!!!!! WHEN WILL THE PART BE AVAILABLE?

NHTSA complaint #11606944 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Saint Helens, OR

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Upon startup the vehicle routinely fails to load the infotainment/center console. This failure prevents the operator from seeing the rear view camera. Nothing in the console comes online for several minutes and other times it loads just fine. It has occured on my truck more than 50 different times.

NHTSA complaint #11595219 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Vero Beach, FL

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

My truck has been at Dodge in fort Pierce Florida for recall number z46 and y63 for 8 months I have went over and above and beyond to call and try to get it switched over they're saying it's registered in Canada I'm getting no help they're acting like it's my fault they're not offering me a rental car or a loaner car I've lost my job I just need help getting something done maybe then purchasing it back I filed case numbers with no response I need help please

NHTSA complaint #11585479 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Carlsbad, CA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The engine seems to have failed. Yes it is available for inspection upon request. My safety was put at risk as the vehicle lost all power on the highway. Yes, the problem has been confirmed by a dealer or independent service center. Yes, the vehicle has been inspected, but due diligence needs to be done on the part of the inspectors to get at the root cause of the failure. No, that was one of the most alarming and scary parts is that there were no symptoms, warning messages, etc.

NHTSA complaint #11578996 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Howell, MI

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Gas tank strap went through the frame. Gas tank fell off while driving down roadway. Dodge will not repair since the vehicle had come from Canada. No warning lights came on.

NHTSA complaint #11570551 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Gillespie, IL

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The back up camera may or may not work. yes 2 It would be easy to back over a small child. 3 The problem was reported to a dealer and was told it could be a bad wire or a faulty radio system that would be expensive to repair.4 no 5 It began to mostly not work a couple years back

NHTSA complaint #11564957 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Arroyo Grande, CA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Good morning! I own a 2015 Ram Ecodiesel. I am not the original owner. I am in California. The truck is not under warranty and the FCC will not help me nor the dealership. A few months ago I was towing my horses in a trailer and the truck started to lose acceleration, started to over heat, black smoke was coming out from under the hood, and it almost lost power going up a hill. It was very scary and it almost caused an accident and my horses were terrified. I barely got it to drive up the hill and pulled over to safe place. The truck was smoking black smoke, smelled terrible, and we felt in danger. I took truck to dealership in San Luis Obispo CA. It was diagnosed with a bad intake manifold, bad fuel lines, bad egr cooler. The estimate in costs was about $7,000. Luckily my husband is a mechanic and he performed the repairs. Than the truck was back up and running, no more black smoke, and it sounded better. On [XXX] I was hauling my horses and small only 2 horse trailer, same trailer, it’s small, not oversized or too big for my truck….. the truck started to lag, lose acceleration and drive slow, then it started a knocking sound….. then a high pitch noise….. this was terrifying as we were on a very busy freeway. I pulled over and the engine started to smoke and make horrible noises like knocking and high pitch screeches. My husband and I and our two horses were once again stranded with a broken down truck. This time on a very busy freeway, highway [XXX] in California. The truck was towed to the dealership that day. We were stranded for hours with horses and no water on side of a freeway. The truck was diagnosed by Santa maria, CA dodge ram Chrysler with a blown up engine, that must be completely replaced. The repair is $20,000 or more. This is a common issue in these trucks. This truck is dangerous and needs to be recalled and taken off the road. All of these engines are bad and they should all be bought back. They were ruined after the emissions scandal. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFOR

NHTSA complaint #11564387 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Honeoye Falls, NY

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The gas taps on my truck rusted out cause the gas tank to drop almost touching the highway. Re-call on 2014 and older trucks but none on 2015 and new with the same problem.

NHTSA complaint #11550358 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Selma, CA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I HAVE A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE OVER A YEAR AGO AND NO DEALER HAS THE PART. NOW MY PARKING SENSOR KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF. THIS NEEDS TO BE TAKEN CARE OF.

NHTSA complaint #11547420 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Albuquerque, NM

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

My vehicle experienced loss of power assist steering, as detailed in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V167000 "Loss of Power Steering Assist If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash"

NHTSA complaint #11542420 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Sandpoint, ID

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I was pulling out from my street that connects to a two lane highway. From my street you can see if cars are coming from quite a distance away. There was a semi truck in the distance going east bound in the direction I needed to torn into. There was absolutely enough room for me to merge out into the east bound lane without the semi truck even being affected. I was now about a 1/4 mile down the road and the semi was still aways back. Then, my truck started to sputter and not accelerate and as this a two lane road there at this point was nowhere to pull over. The semi was now coming up quick due to loss of power in my truck. I turned on my hazards by this time he was close and had to make an evasive lane change to avoid running into the back of me. Luckily, there was no on coming traffic. This is not the first incident of my truck losing power and almost being rear-ended. I purchased the truck from a dealer in December of 2022. They have not been of any help, and frankly they are not willing to do a thing to help. I'm at a loss and have no idea what to do. I feel I was sold a truck with a potentially dangerous recall that can cause a major car accident which could result in death. There is no resolve for this recall at this time. This recall not only puts my family at risk, it endangers the general public.

NHTSA complaint #11537186 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Culpeper, VA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

high pressure fuel system completely replaced after recall and it broke down again with same symptoms.

NHTSA complaint #11533349 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Wills Point, TX

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This is the 2nd Dodge pickup with an exhaust manifold defect. My 2004 Dodge Ram and now my 2015. This is a wide spread well known defect that should be corrected.

NHTSA complaint #11532798 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Mandan, ND

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

With only 68,000 miles on the vehicle the engine has experienced a cam failure causing a fire and explosion hazard. Gas backfires through the carb, engine shakes really bad at idle, and engine misses while applying power to the engine going down the road at all speeds. Ten thousands of hemi engine failures reported on online forums. Also had to replace both exhaust manifolds around 50k miles. The bolts cracked and gave way. Ten of thousands of this issue reported online forums as well. Truck was bought as a demo with 2k on the vehicle at Edie Chrysler Bismarck ND.

NHTSA complaint #11531217 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

New Castle, DE

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Dear Sir or Madame, The purpose of the communication calls into question New Jersey Turnpike Authority, Interstate commerce, The Public Safety and US Constitutional Law. On 3/31/2023, [XXX](me) was traveling on New Jersey Turnpike. Tickets are issued at the entrance terminal (for CASH commerce) and drivers pay tollbooth attendants at exits by either CASH or EZ PASS (transponders). At Exit 2, on New Jersey Turnpike, a Tollbooth Attendant was absent, 3/31/2023 at 0434. The fee from the entrance terminal, on the New Jersey Turnpike, to exit 2, on the New Jersey Turnpike, is $2.05. I stopped and waited for tollbooth attendant at exit 2 on NJTP. I proceeded on route for my own safety and that of my own property, including a newly-purchased light utility vehicle registered in a different state other than NJ, assuming the obstruction was construction because safety cones diverted traffic in one of the 2 outgoing lanes (the EZ PASS lane, not the CASH lane). I received letter from New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTPA) headed FINAL NOTICE OF ENFORCEMENT ACTION on 5/25/2023 for $82.50. Parallel construction is a law enforcement process of building a parallel, or separate, evidentiary basis for a criminal investigation in order to conceal how an investigation actually began. In the US, a particular form is called evidence laundering, where one police officer (or NJTPA) obtains evidence via means that are in violation of the Fourth Amendment's protection against unreasonable searches and seizures, and then passes it on to another officer or agency, who builds on it and gets it accepted by other courts under good-faith exceptions as applied by the second officer, or agency in question. Exhausting evidence laundering gained momentum in the Supreme Court: 2009 ([XXX] v. United States). The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States NJTPA evidence consists of a motion detection picture which alerts NJTPA to EZ PASS commerce without EZ INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (

NHTSA complaint #11525651 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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