This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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1.Electronic stability control: A disabled ESC system may result in loss of directional control, increasing the risk of a crash. 2.Exterior lighting: Without a warning that the turn signal is malfunctioning, the driver would continue to use the vehicle, unaware that other drivers on the road are not being notified that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash. 3.Equipment: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash. 4.Air bags: If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems. 5.Power train: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash. 6.Latches/locks/linkages: If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash. 7.Engine and engine cooling: Without a properly working windshield defrosting system, a buildup of moisture or ice could limit the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash. 8.Air bags: frontal: This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash. 9.Parking brake: If the parking brake fails to operate as designed, the vehicle could roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash. Red temp dash light on, Yellow Engine dash light on, Powertrain dash light on and Red airbag dash light on since May 2023. Has been serviced by dealership 9 times with the same on going issues with no resolution. Worried about overall safety.
Electronic power steering unit failure. EPS Unit. Loss of power assist. Warning light came on Friday Sept 29, 2023 at approximately 1:30pm est. when I entered the vehicle and started the engine. Vehicle had been driven and parked for approximately 10 min before I went back to vehicle and leave that location. Warning light was a large icon of a red steering wheel with a red exclamation mark -??? then the screen said, -??service power steering -?? with the red indicator still remaining on. No other warning lights or symptoms prior to the above information. Vehicle taken to Signature Automotive 2725 Northgate Court Cumming, GA 30041 (770) 889-5959 at 8:00 am 10/4/23 for diagnosis. Service advisor stated that there was internal circuit failure. Throwing all -??sorts-?? of internal codes in the electronic unit. Was unable to have system Reestablish communication. Entire rack and pinion unit needs replacement. Called Dodge dealership at 5855 Ga Highway 400 Cumming, GA 30028-4194 I spoke with parts dept. regarding OEM replacement, etc. Advised me that it would be a week to 10 business days before they could get the part. Even then didn-??t guarantee that because of the latest strike happening. Informed me it could take much longer. I was also advised not to drive the vehicle. Due to the fact of steering could lock-up while driving and cause a crash. Putting myself and others at risk! At this time the indicator light is still on. Remains on when vehicle is running. No power assist. Extremely difficult to turn.
2103 Ram 1500 Electronic Power Steering failed or malfunctioned, my vehicle is available for inspection if needed The loss of power steering capabilities put my safety and the safety of my family at risk by the possibility of and accident and injury. The loss of power steering capabilities is still evident and has been electrically verified. The EPS failure has NOT been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or any other agency.
Light on dash comes on randomly saying that my gas cap isnt on all of the way, and everytime i check it, it will definitely be on and tightened.. it comes and goes at random-?? Also, if i hit 11.0 mpg average, then my ECO mode will shut off and causes my check engine light to come on, and then that wont go away and let me go into ECO mode again until i am back under 11.0 mpg average.
Was driving and noticed a rattling noise, arrived at work, myself and a co-worker, who also owns a Ram, looked under the truck and noticed that my bracket that holds my gas tank in place had broken loose from the frame, which it is supposed to be attached to(the actual bracket that is supposed to hold the support for the tank had rusted out, this has got to be a safety issue"?"
Rack opinion according to Dodge dealership mechanics need replacing. I was told by another professional mechanic that the sway bar and tire rods need to be replaced. Will you all please search for Recalls N complaints. I will have the racken opinion work done because of the Safety issues that are at hand. Also anticipating sway bar n tire rod and front end work to Ensure that we are safe in the vehicle. Thank you!Safety First!
Driving to work and heard metallic grinding noise. Pulled over to see front of gas tank almost on the ground. Upon inspection strap broke through the bracket on frame. It is rotted. Very dangerous. Why is in not recalled.
Exhaust manifold warped and bolts broke, causing risk of CO^2 contamination in passenger compartment. The above listed issue is recognized as a "Known Issue" on the FCA's Mopar Recall Check tool. Multiple forums document ongoing recurrences with with certain years of the Ram 1500, https://www.ramforum.com/threads/recall-no-more-5-7l-exhaust-manifold-bolts.117041/ The problem has been inspected, diagnosed and acknowledged by Mopar RAM Service Technicians at Charlie's Dodge in Maumee, Ohio. Audible knocking sound from engine compartment was noticeable, with zero warning indicators to alert to a problem. Previous technicians pacified me with statements that indicated that the knocking noise was a typical RAM Truck sound that goes away after the motor warms up. (But it never goes away)
The heater core was leaking. Driving on the expressway in the middle of winter the heater core started leaking and my windows instantly fogged over not allowing me to see out of the windshield or side windows. I had to pull over to the shoulder to clear my windows. After that I noticed that I had little to no heat in the truck and started to smell the antifreeze inside of the truck. Called dealer they quoted $1200-1500 for repair. I asked if they had issues with that happening and they stated that they would get 2-3 trucks every winter. I had the repair done by a independent shop which was cheaper. Also have a co work with same truck year and a week after mine went so did his.
My 2013 ram1500 had a vehicle recall for the transmission shifter locking pin. As a result of this defect, my gearshift shifted gears when the brake pedal was not depressed and as a result my truck is now stuck in 4th gear. This damage that was caused as a result of faulty equipment presents a safety hazard because the truck has no response time and can not keep up with the flow of traffic. Nor can the truck effectively transit any road resembling an appreciable incline due to be stuck in 4th gear. The I brought my truck to the dealer (cars plus guam) yesterday regarding Ram recall T79 and detailed all of this to them. They refuse to address the issue, and have not resolved other issues with the body control module. I know see online that they have closed out my recalls listing them as repaired. They have called me to come pick up the vehicle. But I am not at all satisfied that all proper actions and manufacturer repairs have been completed. I am still stuck with an unsafe operating condition as a result of defective manufactured equipment.
My 2013 Ram has a constant vibration which starts at around 40mph and continues all the way up to 75+ mph. I've replaced all 4 tires 3 times. The last set are Michelin. On all 3 sets of new tires I had them balanced a total of over 15 times. Had road force testing done on the newest set 5 times. I still feel the vibration. I bought the tires and had them road force balanced by a national tire chain. Then I took the truck to a local Dodge dealer/service center. They road force balanced the tires twice and told me the problem wasn't the tires or rims. Then I took the truck back to the store where I bough the tires, they road force balanced them again and still I feel the vibration. The service managers at both locations said that they personally drove the truck for a road test and they both said they couldn't feel the vibration. Believe me, it really shakes. It's annoying and I'm sure it's not good for the truck overall. The truck has only 122,000 miles on it and has been vibrating for about 100,000 miles. I bought the truck new and purchased the unlimited warranty. Unlimited. This problem should be covered by the Dodge warranty, so I don't understand why the dealer wouldn't get to the root of the problem. I really like the truck, but this vibration problem is making me very angry. Is there a recall that addresses this problem" if not, what should my next step be" thank you in advance for your consideration and help.
I agreed to purchase this truck, but it had a recall on the tailgate. When I got home I couldn't quite use the tailgate. The dealer is saying to you the national highway that they fixed it and they will get paid for it. I as the customer will have to fight or have troubles down the road, literally! they checked off the repair and have been rushing me to sign over the title. Garber saginaw, mi is the dealer
Defrost does not work, it is currently blowing cold air. This makes it extremely difficult to see on cold mornings. I've almost been hit twice pulling out of my road. I've taken it to 2 shops both gave me 2 different expensive answers but both say it's a common issue. I've looked online and it is in fact a common issue, and no one has a definite fix. So I can spend $1500 to 'maybe fix the issue, or spend $2300 and replace the whole system.
Vehicle was in park running for about twenty minutes when all of a sudden the rotary shifter shifted into gear (no one in vehicle), accelerated and went forward crashing into the house.
According to the ramforum.com posting thread, this is a major issue with these trucks. The driver's door and tailgate only will lock with remote, inside door lock button or the sensor switch on front door handles. The other 3 doors (passenger front and two read doors do not lock. They all unlock just fine. This is intermittent and according to a lot of people with this issue, only a BCM replacement will solve it. When these locks are not working properly, the child safety locks and the speed sensing locking system do not function. This is a safety issue.
Cruise control set at 65 which was legal speed for the road, attempted to disengage cruise control applied brakes multiple times and truck would not slow down and brakes would not engage resulting in collision with another vehicle. No documents available at this time to upload. Consumer reported it to NHTSA.
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