In May 2019, Ram released the V08 recall as part of an aem due to emissions complaints. After having this recall done, my driveability and acceleration has become unsafe. Trying to turn onto a feeder road or merge into traffic is basically dangerous. Often, it seems to have a "dead pedal." I can push the gas pedal and often able to count to 3 before the truck actually begins to move smoothly.

- Conroe, TX, USA

Manufacturer recall number VB1 NHTSA recall number 19V-757 recall status recall incomplete, remedy not yet available if the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, please contact the NHTSA vehicle safety hotline at: 1-888-327-4236 or tty: 1-800-424-9153 or file an online complaint with NHTSA. So per NHTSA recommendations, shown above, we are filing an online complaint since the manufacture (again per above) does not have a remedy. The exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler on your truck [1] may be susceptible to thermal fatigue. Thermal fatigue may cause the cooler to crack internally over time. An egr cooler with an internal crack will introduce pre-heated, vaporized coolant to the egr system while the engine is running. In certain circumstances, this mixture interacts with other hydrocarbons and air in the system, potentially resulting in combustion within the intake manifold, which may lead to a vehicle fire. A vehicle fire may increase the risk of injury to occupants and persons outside of the vehicle, as well as property damage.

- Reddick, FL, USA

Was driving on city street when truck suddenly and without warning quit working. No steering or power brakes. Luckily traffic was light, cars following were able to avoid the truck. If this would have happen on interstate results could have been much worse. This engine, has had several issues. Dealer says engine needs replaced.

- Lake Worth, FL, USA

Reluctor wheel failure causing immediate engine shutdown traveling at about 65 mph North on I-10 about 5 miles South of kerrville, tx. Shop expects repair to cost around $2300. Shop was told that there are 500 of these parts on backorder. It seems to be a common failure in these engines and because the part is located ar the rear of the crankshaft the transmission has to be removed to access the part. The crank position sensor also has to be replaced. The labor will be 8 hours. Truck is still in shop waiting for parts.

- Macon, GA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact then received notification of NHTSA campaign number :20V036000 (power train) and 19V818000 (equipment, engine and engine cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact took the vehicle to russell westbrook Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of van nuys located at (6110 van nuys blvd, van nuys, ca 91401) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 42,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Van Nuys, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact received NHTSA campaign number 19V757000 (engine). The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to unknown dealer for routine service and the contact was informed that the part was not yet available for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of smoke coming from under the hood. The contact pulled over and exited the vehicle and noticed a fire under the hood. The fire department was notified of the fire. The vehicle was towed. The manufacturer was contacted. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Commerce, GA, USA

Engine caught fire due to egr system overheating (maybe burning internally) melting then spontaneously catching foam rubber pad above the egr diffuser tube on fire. Resulted in melting wires, hose and other parts attached to engine. Was quickly put out with a fire extinguisher. Was driving to menards in normal Illinois and smelled smoke at first stop light, thought it was van next to me. At next stop light smelled the smoke again and pulled into menards parking lot. Saw lots of smoke coming out from under hood. Raised hood looking for where smoke was coming from. Saw a small flame, went to back of truck and took out fire extinguisher. Went to front of truck and flame had turned to flames, extinguished fire.

- Bloomington, IL, USA

This fire start on air intake, I lost the truck. Was driving fine and start blue smoke come of hood... this truck got a recall open, this recall is about fire on air intake. I call Dodge to do they never have the part... the end of history I lost my truck.

- Danbury, CT, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, there was an abnormal exhaust odor in the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to North point Chrysler Dodge Fiat Jeep Ram located at 7726 North point blvd, winston-salem, nc 27106, (336)306-8945, to be diagnosed. The technician was able to duplicate the failure. The contact was informed that the dealer replaced a half of the exhaust system however, there was no repairs performed in the near proximity of the catalytic converter or the header. The manufacturer was also contacted and informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 17,000.

- Mount Airy, NC, USA

Car stalled lost power while driving and in the middle of traffic.

- Kenner, LA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. Also, the check engine warning light flashed intermittently. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with a defective spark plug. The spark plugs, upper and lower gaskets, and ignition coil packs were replaced however, the failure recurred. The contact called lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of bryan college station 301 N earl rudder fwy, bryan, tx 77802 and was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

- Centerville, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph on the highway, smoke was noticed inside of the vehicle. The contact pulled over and exited the vehicle with the passenger. The driver and the passenger sustained sore throat and eye irritation due to the smoke but it was unknown if medical attention was required. The smoke eventually cleared and the vehicle was towed to the dealer (randy marion Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram located at 2000 us-421, wilkesboro, nc 28697). The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 19V757000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle remained at the dealer for almost 2 months. The dealer refused to return the vehicle along with its belongings to the contact due to the pending recall however there was no recall remedy or part available expected date. The contact inquired about the buy back program but there was no response on it being approved or declined. A loaner vehicle was provided however it was a smaller vehicle causing an inconvenience. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and confirmed that there was no recall remedy or parts available. The failure mileage was 106,000. (recall related incident)

- North Wilkesboro, NC, USA

The egr cooler recall has affected my truck and there is not a fix for the recall that was issued in October 2019. I am experienced a reduction in fuel economy by about 20% since the check engine light has come on. The check engine light has also caused other features of my vehicle to longer become operable (remote started will not work with check engine light).

- Mount Holly, NJ, USA

There is a considerable difference in throttle response currently upon initially starting vehicle. It makes it quite difficult for the truck to accelerate as intended shortly after starting. There have been several incidents already in which I have had to stomp on the accelerator to avoid a collision as I was not expecting the truck to crawl along versus it's standard acceleration.

- Murrysville, PA, USA

Engine lifters and camshaft failure. Engine misfiring and power loss.

- Katy, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact received NHTSA campaign number 19V757000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the vehicle was using an excessive amount of coolant. While, driving 50-55 mph, the vehicle slowed down, loss power, and the engine compartment caught fire. There was an abnormal odor of smoke detected. The low pressure, throttle, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The fire department was on the scene and extinguished the fire..the vehicle was previously taken to watson benzie 1514 benzie hwy, benzonia, mi 49616 (231) 882-4417 where the egr cooler was ordered but on back order and pressure testing was performed. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. The manufacturer was contacted who provided case number 71753449. The failure mileage was 95,000.

- Travers City, MI, USA

Had recall done on my Ram 1500 ecodiesel truck now has no power shifting is erratic and sometimes delayed exhaust gases are now coming into cabin area and today the truck started popping back I have already taken truck back 3 times to the dealer and each time it is worse they also did some type of upgrade to the safety restraint system making this vehicle totally unsafe for highway use if the door is not closed right or if someone opens door the vehicle slams itself into park this vechile was a nice truck when I bought it now its a moving deathtrap Chrysler needs to start some type of buy back program

- Mcallen, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V757000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator was illuminated. The contact checked the vehicle's coolant levels periodically and noticed that it had been decreasing at faster rates. The contact took the vehicle to hunter Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat (located at 1130 auto mall dr, lancaster, ca 93534, 877-739-6835) and was informed that the vehicle was experiencing the failure described in the recall; however, the dealer was unable to provide the repair due to parts being unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened case number: 71573881; however, the case had since been closed. The approximate failure mileage was 90,400.

- Lowell, AR, USA

Issue #1 truck is dangerous to operate since emission control update. Will not accelerate from a stop for several seconds then spins wheels. Unsafe on wet roads and slopes due to unexpected throttle response. Unsafe when pulling into traffic or crossing intersection. Unable to tow due to loss of power. Fuel mileage adversely affected. Now gets 13-17 mpg. Tailpipe emissions now smell like diesel and tailpipe has turned black since update. Cannot leave engine running in the garage due to overwhelming odor of diesel. Persistent odor of antifreeze. Issue #2 I have not received the class action settlement from fca. The mandated updates have been performed. I am looking for legal counsel to help me get out of this vehicle before someone I care about is injured or killed due to the loss of performance and erratic throttle control. Issue #3 loss of power when crossing intersection from a rolling start. Engine fault light came on and vehicle would not accelerate leaving me stranded in the road with four lanes of oncoming high speed traffic. Issue #4 tailgate opened with a load of lumber in the bed causing loss of load. The tailgate had to be replaced at my own expense. Thankful that no one was injured due to the loss of load or during the cleanup. Issue #5 fuel pump noise. The fuel pump makes a constant noise that sounds like the bearings are failing or something similar. Waiting to be stranded again. Issue #6 loss of vehicle power. Would not accelerate to road speed. 20 mph max when exhaust filter became clogged up and would not regenerate. Issue #7 4X4 transfer case makes grinding noise and has excessive play. When rolling along in stop and go traffic this is very uncomfortable due to the rocking back and forth upon acceleration / deceleration. Issue #8 air conditioning does not cool as when new. And more -out of space.

- Altamonte Springs, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V757000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the vehicle did not accelerate. Also, when attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle stopped without warning. The contact stated that the failure began after the computer was reprogrammed (epa ECM update). The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The failure mileage was 24,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Annandale, VA, USA