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Ram 1500 Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 95 recall campaigns across the Ram 1500, 2009–2026. Owners have filed 11,765 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 10 model years with settled counts, the 2014 drew the most (1,768) and the 2009 the fewest (37).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls95campaignsCovering 2009–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints11,765filedOwner reports across 15 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Crash tests5★overall★★★★★2023 model, latest ratedSource: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy22mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Ram 1500 complaints by model year

11,765 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2009 · 37 complaints
  • 2020 · 634 complaints
  • 2018 · 662 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2014 · 1,768 complaints
  • 2016 · 1,545 complaints
  • 2019 · 1,482 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Ram 1500 owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Electrical system 109159380162197194682818546
Engine 15611022915527624646237111
Steering 22786337635040186221
Unknown or other 67922351111039246143616
Power train 9859206629810128144810
Service brakes 100461334273713613439
Fuel/propulsion system 898180466855156240
Forward collision avoidance 18729165257216515

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Ram 1500 recalls (95)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one 1500 model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Ram 1500
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V560000Sep 1, 2026Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 1112025, 2026—
26V531000Aug 13, 2026Rearview Camera Image May Fail to Display/FMVSS 1112026—
26V495000Jul 30, 2026Improperly Installed Seat Belt Buckle Anchor/FMVSS 2102019–2026—
26V421000Jul 1, 2026Parking & Daytime Running Lights May Fail/FMVSS 1082026—
26V327000May 21, 2026Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 1112024—
26V225000Apr 9, 2026Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 108, 2082025, 202634.6%
26V059000Feb 2, 2026Inoperative Trailer Lighting and Trailer Brake Failure2025, 202635.1%
25V824000Dec 1, 2025Side Curtain Air Bag Inflators May Rupture20199.6%
25V826000Dec 1, 2025Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 135, 105 & 1022025, 202674%
25V765000Nov 6, 2025Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy/FMVSS 2082021, 202229.7%
25V592000Sep 11, 2025Side Curtain Air Bag Inflators May Rupture201825.5%
25V298000May 8, 2025Improperly Connected Air Bag/FMVSS 2082019–2024100%
25V231000Apr 10, 2025Incorrect Tire Inflation Pressure Information202581.5%
25V010000Jan 16, 2025Side Curtain Air Bag Inflators May Rupture2016–201932.8%
24V942000Dec 19, 2024Inoperative Headlights/FMVSS 108202598.1%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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All 95 Ram 1500 recalls by model year →

Crash-test stars by model year

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the Ram 1500 (most-tested body style each year)
Model yearOverallFrontalSideRolloverTested as
2023★★★★★4★5★4★pu/cc 4wd
2022★★★★★4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2021★★★★★4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2020★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/ec 2wd
2019★★★★★4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2018★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2017★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/rc 2wd
2016★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2015★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2014★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/rc 2wd
2013★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/rc 2wd

Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy by model year

201315–21 mpg
201415–23 mpg
201515–24 mpg
201615–24 mpg
201715–23 mpg
201814–23 mpg
201917–23 mpg
202017–26 mpg
202112–26 mpg
202212–26 mpg
202312–24 mpg
202412–23 mpg
202515–23 mpg
202612–22 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Ram 1500 report97 complaints · 7 campaigns →2025 Ram 1500 report357 complaints · 8 campaigns →2024 Ram 1500 report74 complaints · 6 campaigns →Every Ram modelRam models →

Ram 1500 FAQ

How many recalls has the Ram 1500 had?

NHTSA lists 95 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ram 1500 model year from 2009 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Ram 1500 year has the most complaints?

Among the last 10 model years with settled counts, the 2014 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,768) and the 2009 the fewest (37). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Ram 1500 problems?

Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, engine, steering in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Ram 1500 get?

EPA rates the 2026 Ram 1500 at 12 to 22 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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