Is the 2014 Ram 2500 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Ram 2500 is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ram 2500?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Ram 2500 have?

16 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Ram 2500

◆ Worse than typical

2014 Ram 2500
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 341
Recalls: 16
Investigations: 4
Top problem: Steering

Complaints per year

2014: 341 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2009	5
2010	0
2011	0
2012	0
2013	178
2014	341
2015	215
2016	258
2017	690
2018	2,574
2019	193
2020	162
2021	108
2022	178
2023	49
2024	58
2025	62
2026	26

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

26% · 87 reports

Most commonly citing linkages.

CRASH

Power train

18% · 63 reports

Most commonly citing control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and driveshaft.

CRASH

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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ram 2500. While the vehicle was stationary and unoccupied, it rolled backwards out of the park position and crashed into some trees. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-19

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park, the vehicle rolled away 100 yards. The vehicle crashed into a tractor trailer. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-24

Engine

18% · 61 reports

CRASHFIRE

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This vehicle has the worst acceleration and take off I have ever noticed. If I had to get out of the way of something, I would not be able too. If not fixed this will defiantly cause an accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-25

Electrical system

12% · 42 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

FIRE

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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that there was a small fire that originated from under the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-12

The contact owns a 2014 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the instrument panel failed to display pertinent information. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-10

The horn on the vehicle did not work when a small child was running out into the street in front of me. This horn condition was not known before the incident took place. The child was not warned and was nearly hit.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-20

Suspension

11% · 37 reports

Most commonly citing wheel bearing.

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On the night of September 15, 2023, I was driving home from work around 8:00 pm. I hit a bump on the interstate and my truck started the "death wobble". Having driven a Dodge truck for a very long time, I was aware of what was going on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-20

Safety timeline

16 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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2013-11-25Electrical system13V486000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured July 1, 2013, through August 22, 2013. Randomly, the warning lights in the instrument…

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler'

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2014Complaint volume 341 complaints filed for this model year.
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2015-04-27Engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel14V635000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge.

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2015-07-24Recall queryClosed 2016-01-05 Software security vulnerability
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2015-08-25Equipment15V461000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015...

Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge.

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2015-09-08Air bags, seat belts15V460000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured June 20, 2012, to January 26, 2015.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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2015-09-18Air bags15V459000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness. Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends. These repairs will be done free of charge.

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2016-02-24Steering15V541000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 2500 trucks and 2013-2014 Ram 3500 trucks and cab chassis manufactured October 9, 2012, to July 29, 2014.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install a reinforcement bracket over the front track bar bracket. This recall began on February 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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2016-07-01Equipment16E041000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These Mopar canvas seat covers were sold through Chrysler dealerships beginning October 15, 2015.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners to remove the front seat covers and return them for a full refund. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S30.

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2017-06-26Air bags17V302000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.

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2017-08-30Wheels17V499000 Streetcar ORV LLC, dba American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks, modified by AEV to be equipped with cast aluminum Katla 8.5" road wheels.

Remedy: AEV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels with wheels of similar value, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256 extension 500.

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2018-02-14Equipment17V824000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018.

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2018-02-26Engine and engine cooling17V562000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.

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2018-02-26Power train17V821000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500...

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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2018-06-04Electrical system, vehicle speed control18V332000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM...

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018.

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2018-12-03Steering18E096000 Streetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks.

Remedy: Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500.

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2018-12-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2019-12-12 Steering loss due to linkage separation
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2019-03-22Steering19V021000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019.

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2019-05-23Latches/locks/linkages19V347000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019.

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2019-12-01Engineering analysisClosed 2025-11-20 Steering loss due to linkage separation
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2025-07-03Recall queryOpen Post Recall Remedy Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Failure

Buy-smart checklist

2014 Ram 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Steering: 87 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 63 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 61 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 13V486000 · Electrical system
Recall 14V635000 · Engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel
Recall 15V461000 · Equipment
Recall 15V460000 · Air bags, seat belts
Recall 15V459000 · Air bags
Recall 15V541000 · Steering
Recall 16E041000 · Equipment
Recall 17V302000 · Air bags
Recall 17V499000 · Wheels
Recall 17V824000 · Equipment
Recall 17V562000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 17V821000 · Power train
Recall 18V332000 · Electrical system, vehicle speed control
Recall 18E096000 · Steering
Recall 19V021000 · Steering
Recall 19V347000 · Latches/locks/linkages

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Ram 2500 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Ram 2500 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ram 2500?: The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ram 2500 have?: 16 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.

2014 Ram 2500

Complaints per year

Known problem areas

Steering

Power train

Engine

Electrical system

Suspension

Safety timeline

Buy-smart checklist

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Verify these recalls were completed

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