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2017 Ram 1500 Engine Problems

135 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data

135
Complaints
3
Recalls
1
Crashes
10
Fires
Jan 2020Dec 2019
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Engine Recalls (3)

RECALLCampaign #20V475000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.

RECALLCampaign #19V757000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.

RECALLCampaign #23V411000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

Owner Complaints (135)

criticalENGINE
Filed: Jan 2026

EGR Cooler cracked @ 58,000 miles resulting in a disabled truck that has to be towed to the nearest dealership 20 miles away and 1 1/2 hours from our home two days before Christmas 2025. Thankfully my family was ok and the engine did not catch fire. The original EGR cooler was replaced by the manufacture under a recall at the end of 2020 @ 28,000 miles.

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NHTSA #: 11709169
criticalENGINE
Filed: May 2025

The EGR valve and EGR cooler went out and it caused the MAP sensor to melt and also caused the intake manifold to melt and if I didn’t shut the truck off it was going to catch on fire. And this truck has had this problem in the past due to a recall and it was repaired and it happened again on may 4th 2025

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NHTSA #: 11663780
criticalENGINE
Filed: Feb 2025

Driving truck down the road heard a loud pop, engine stalled. Found oil leaking under truck. Dealer said it’s a known issue with the engine and would not cover replacement cost.

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NHTSA #: 11644891
criticalENGINE
Filed: Aug 2024

Took to the shop explained that our EGR was replace at the fresno crystler dodge dealership with same OEM part not the new fix because it didn't exist they closed the account and now EGR went out again and they refuse to replace the original recalled part truck because it has been 4 years since replaced and is sitting in the north knox dodge dealer with the EGR completely malfunctioned leaking coolant blowing smoke and smells like it's about to catch fire and both dealerships refuse to replace the part

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NHTSA #: 11606464
criticalENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Jan 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated after pulling to the side of the roadway to allow a Fire truck to go by, the vehicle experienced rough idling. There was no warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11567038
criticalENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FireFiled: Nov 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving with the Adaptive Cruise Control engaged and set to 70 MPH, the engine was misfiring and made abnormally loud sounds. Additionally, the vehicle started losing motive power.

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NHTSA #: 11557520
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Aug 2023

Was driving slow on a county highway following a tractor. Got got a service message for electronic throttle system, followed by the check engine light, then a service message for def system see dealer. I then noticed smoke coming out of my vents and the truck started on fire.

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NHTSA #: 11540278
criticalENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2023

Currently there is an open and unresolved high pressure fuel pump recall that can leave me stranded on the highway and cause an accident. The length of time until a remedy can be had is unacceptable. Also there is a new recall to reprogram the ECU to "band-aid" a potential failure of the timing reluctor ring.

NHTSA #: 11527074
criticalENGINE
Filed: May 2023

RAM ENGINE FAILURE May 7, 2023 SUBJECT: Engine failure RAM 2017 ECO Diesel TO: whom it may concern: Tuesday April 25, 2023 while driving to Riverside California with my wife, daughter and two grandchildren in my 2017 ECO diesel, it began to overheat leading to my engine oil pressure immediately dropping to zero.

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NHTSA #: 11523102
criticalENGINE
Filed: Apr 2023

The plastic fan exploded and cut through the transmission lines causing the truck to stop moving and thousands of dollars in damage. While towing a 6500lb trailer, the fan was spinning at a high rate of speed when the plastic failed and broke apart in the engine bay causing damage to the paint, heat shield, and transmission lines.

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NHTSA #: 11517517
criticalENGINE
Filed: Mar 2023

On the 5.7liter Hemi engines the exhaust manifold bolts break into the block of the engine causing exhaust leak which can potentially get in the cab and cause injury or death. As well the heat shield bolts that cover the exhaust manifold break.

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NHTSA #: 11510254
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jul 2022

On start up makes a ticking noise. Upon further investigation noticed broken studs on exhaust manifold bolts. This causes an exhaust leak which may lead to possible fire.

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NHTSA #: 11473474
criticalENGINE
Filed: May 2021

The exhaust manifold bolt on the passenger side have broken off after 50,000 miles after normal wear and tear. Such has highway and city driving. This vehicle has never towed a trailer or overheated.

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NHTSA #: 11418418
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Oct 2020

Why driving my 2017 ecodiesel truck with 38,500 miles on it, on highway 80 about 55 to 60 miles per hour my truck lost power. My wife notice smoke coming from the back passenger side tire thats the same place my exhuast tail pipe is on this truck,my first thought was I over heated when I lost power but that was not the case my temp was 208 degrees.

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NHTSA #: 11363951
criticalENGINE
Filed: Sep 2020

I own subject 2017 ram ed truck. Oct 25, 2019, fca issued a new safety recall advance communication re the eco diesel vb1 recall matter. December 2019, I received my first communication from fca on vb1.

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NHTSA #: 11353967
criticalENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FireFiled: Jul 2020

Tl* the contact owns 2017 ram 1500. The contact received recall notification for NHTSA campaign number:19v757000 (engine and engine cooling). However, the parts to do the repair were available.

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NHTSA #: 11338371
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Jun 2020

Vehicle engine caught fire and lost power before.

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NHTSA #: 11331208
criticalENGINE
Filed: Apr 2020

My truck, 2017 ram 1500 ecodesiel, has been loosing coolant and I located the recall on the egr cooler, NHTSA recall 19v-757. On 3/31/2020, I contacted glockner dodge dealer in ashland ky. They told me the recall was a computer flash update and they would not replace the egr cooler.

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NHTSA #: 11319980
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Jan 2020

While driving down highway, check engine light and electronic throttle control service light displayed. Exited highway, drove 1-2 miles more and engine was smoking with smoke entering the cabin. Exited the truck at a safe location.

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NHTSA #: 11300719
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost forward momentum. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v757000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11300671
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

Egr has a problem. Which may cause a fire and mopar doesn't have a fix for it . They don't know when they will.

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NHTSA #: 11296663
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Dec 2019

2017 dodge ram. Consumer writes in regards to fire hazard recall.

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NHTSA #: 11290531
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Nov 2019

Tl* the contact owned a 2017 ram 1500. While driving 65 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle made an abnormal revving noise and began to slow down. The contact also stated that the throttle sensor warning indicator began to flash intermittently.

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NHTSA #: 11279925
criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Nov 2019

I have a 2017 ram 1500 ecodiesel. I was driving down the highway at 70mph when the vehicle suddenly starting making a crazy noise then begin to loose power, I steered the truck onto the shoulder where immediately white smoke starting bellowing from underneath the front and sides of the engine compartment I opened the hood but no flames were visible and it eventually went out.

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NHTSA #: 11278351
criticalENGINE
Crash / FireFiled: May 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500 cargo van low. The contact stated that while parked at a parking lot with the vehicle turned off, without warning a couple of hours later the vehicle was up in flames. The contact at that time was inside the vehicle sleeping and was woken by the explosion of the windshield.

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NHTSA #: 11210869
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Feb 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and stalled in the middle of the road. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated.

NHTSA #: 11644527
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Dec 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11631399
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Aug 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11611251
highENGINE
Filed: Apr 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road each time and the battery was disconnected and reconnected.

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NHTSA #: 11583488
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Mar 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11577391
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jan 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH with traffic slowing, the contact slowed down, and at 10 MPH, the engine seized with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact coasted to the side of the road and had the vehicle towed.

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NHTSA #: 11566205
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Dec 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11562273
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25–30 MPH, the vehicle slowed down and stalled. The vehicle was restarted.

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NHTSA #: 11550793
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Oct 2023

The contact's husband owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The vehicle owner received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 19V757000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 30-45 MPH, he smelled a burning odor.

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NHTSA #: 11550876
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2023

While driving approximately 20mph my 2017 Ram 1500 Ecodiesel abruptly stopped/stalled on me for a second or two with no warning indications before or after. I was driving with my wife and two kids and am always very aware of driving cautiously and being aware of my surroundings. Fortunately, there were no vehicles behind us at the moment the truck stalled.

NHTSA #: 11530865
highENGINE
Filed: Mar 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the crankshaft sensor and the ECU were replaced.

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NHTSA #: 11514381
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Nov 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 10 MPH in a parking lot, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11494437
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2022

My 2017 Ram ecodiesel fuel pump went out on the road. Completely died, had no steering nor brakes. The truck was stalled in the middle of the road due to the high pressure fuel pump and I had to get towed.

NHTSA #: 11490063
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2020

June 1st, was driving on the highway at approx. 65mph, the truck started to make a loud noise, reved real high, then lost all power and low oil pressure message came on. At the time of the incident the truck had around 57,000 miles on it.

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NHTSA #: 11339477
highENGINE
Filed: Mar 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact stated while her husband was driving 35 MPH, the air conditioner was inoperable. The contact stated the temperature gauge was rising and was not aware if any warning light were illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11316599
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. While driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle failed to accelerate past 30 MPH. Tri-lives motors (180 state hwy f, branson, mo 65616, (417) 334-7543) diagnosed the vehicle and found code numbers: p0299 (supercharger underboost) and p2459 (diesel particulate filter regeneration frequency).

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NHTSA #: 11266732
highENGINE
Filed: Sep 2019

When the vehicle is cold the engine has a significant power lag and 'dead pedal' when you accelerate from a stop. It creates a significant risk as there is no power to accelerate and avoid oncoming cars or dangerous situations. Oven when pedal is all the way depressed the vehicle fails to accelerate.

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NHTSA #: 11258262
highENGINE
Filed: Sep 2019

After ecm reflash, now the vehicle will not accelerate for 3 seconds with engine cold. No power until delay time has passed then itll accel. Once engine is at operating temp it drives normally.

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NHTSA #: 11256579
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2026

The Coolant liquid is absorved with no external leaking. There is an active Recall (19V-757, FCA Recall VB1) that the dealer said fits perfectly my vehicle but for some reason my VIN# is not included under the recall and they can not do anything unless I pay them.

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NHTSA #: 11722671
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Feb 2026

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V411000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) and 22V406000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL). The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the check engine warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11715537
mediumENGINE
Filed: Sep 2025

Egr coolant system leaking

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NHTSA #: 11688124
mediumENGINE
Filed: Sep 2025

VIN [XXX] Recall “66A Loss of Crankshaft position”. Why is this recall only a software update and does not fix the issue causing the recall? The faulty part is the Tone Wheel and the delamination of the magnetic material on the wheel.

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NHTSA #: 11686069
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Aug 2025

We have owned this vehicle for almost 3 years now and we have had to replace 2 sensors, the cruise control will intermittently no disengage when buttons are pushed or brake pushed, replaced the full pump, sometimes it will lose all power going down the road, HD to replace the fuse box because it was getting and started to melt, it will try to start and will just keep cranking until you slam on the gas, and the rear window leaks every time it rains.

NHTSA #: 11681980
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2025

I am reporting a recurring and well-documented issue involving broken exhaust manifold bolts on my 2017 Ram 1500 with the 5.7L HEMI engine. My truck has only 47,000 miles, and the driver-side manifold has already required repair once due to broken bolts.

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NHTSA #: 11662912
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2025

I had the EGR recall completed but now the intake manifold is failing and I was told it could be damage from the cracked egr cooler. Dealership says none of it is under warranty.

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NHTSA #: 11653336
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Apr 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that when the vehicle started, the contact became aware of an abnormal ticking sound. No warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11652604
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving on a neighborhood street at 28 MPH and approaching a stop sign, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle coasted and came to a stop while the contact was pumping the brake pedal.

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NHTSA #: 11640895
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2024

Vehicle has 55k miles on it. Started leaking oil out of the blue over 6 oz per day. Looked around to try and identify where the leak was coming from and it was on the upper end of the engine.

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NHTSA #: 11630152
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2024

I was driving my truck one day and it went into limp mode. Took it to the dealership and they diagnosed the engine and came to the conclusion it's the egr. But I had the egr recall done in 21, but now this egr has malfunction and has totalled my engine.

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NHTSA #: 11629352
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2024

Ram has known for years that they have Exhaust Manifold issues but will not recall any of the Hemi engines affected. Many complaints start in 2015 and go into 2020 models. They say it is a known issue, but no recall.

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NHTSA #: 11603880
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2024

Clogged particulate filter and catalytic converter No safety issue has been confirmed by a Ram dealer The vehicle has been inspected by the Ram dealer Engine light came on Dealer says the vehicle has to be driven a good distance to clean up the exhaust We only use the truck for short distances.

NHTSA #: 11601215
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2024

Truck was consuming coolant and you could smell it but can't see a leak then the service electronic throttle control light came on a few weeks later with a code reading P0402. This was a recall and has been replaced but was replaced before they had the proper fix for it. Dropped it off at dodge dealer this morning for further diagnosis.

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NHTSA #: 11597419
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2024

As of a week ago I was driving and had a message come up on my dash stating that the engine is running hot. After looking I noticed half the coolant was missing, so I added more. A few days later I decided to check and yet again it’s low, shortly later the check engine comes on.

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NHTSA #: 11594641
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2024

Hello, I am one of the millions of confused Ram truck owners wondering why there has never been a recall issued on this terrible life threatening issue?! I personally own a 2017 Ram 1500 with the Hemi 5.7 and I have both passenger and drivers side exhaust manifolds making a horrible ticking noise and leaking exhaust fumes that come into the cabin of the truck no matter what you do!

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NHTSA #: 11593731
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
Filed: May 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated while accelerating from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to respond. There was no warning light illuminated.

NHTSA #: 11590988
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2024

The engine intermittently shuts down while running or at idle. This has happened over three months, starting with a two-second (twice) shutdown and restart on its own. In two later shutdowns (two months apart) I needed to restart the engine.

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NHTSA #: 11577843
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Feb 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11571868
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2024

In January 2024, my 2017 Dodge 1500 leaked a large amount of oil in a short period of time. If it had gone unnoticed, this could have LED to engine failure while driving. The truck has 61,000 miles on it.

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NHTSA #: 11567330
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Jan 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the coolant level was abnormally low. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring.

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NHTSA #: 11563042
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Oct 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the passenger's side exhaust manifold bolts had fractured, and the passenger's side exhaust manifold, the gasket, and the bolts were replaced by the dealer; however, the failure recurred on the driver's side exhaust manifold.

NHTSA #: 11547992
mediumENGINE
Filed: Sep 2023

As many have mentioned already. I have had to have the passenger side exhaust manifold bolts replaced along with manifold due to heat warpage. Now at 88k the ticking from exhaust leak has returned.

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NHTSA #: 11546790
mediumENGINE
Filed: Sep 2023

I purchased my truck used in November 2022. After I purchased the vehicle, about a day or two later my wife said she continues to heat a ticking sound coming from the engine bay area while idling. I started the vehicle up and heard the exact same sound.

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NHTSA #: 11546936
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Sep 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. There was no warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11545398
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Aug 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11539890
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Aug 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11538653
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Filed: Aug 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs.

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NHTSA #: 11537395
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the parts for the recall repairs were not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11537261
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2023

There was a loud ticking noise coming from the engine. Upon taking it to a service center is was diagnosed that 2 bolts from the passenger side exhaust manifold were sheared off due to the heat wrapping of the manifold. This happened a year before on the driver side which had 2 bolts as well sheared off from heat warping on the manifold.

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NHTSA #: 11534771
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2023

Both exhaust manifolds cracked around 55k miles to include pins. Causes exhaust to leak into the cab.

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NHTSA #: 11534191
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2023

Noticeable engine noise experienced with my Ram 1500 Eco diesel. My local dealer diagnosed the noise to be coming from the high pressure fuel pump that there is an open recall on for over a year. Dealer cannot make repairs without the parts available.

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NHTSA #: 11532635
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2023

How did NHTSA miss this one? Engine exhaust manifold bolts broken leading to exhaust gases unknowingly getting into the cabin while driving which has also may be impacting my lungs. (I have a CT scan from MAYO to prove it.) This went on for at least 3 months.

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NHTSA #: 11529428
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2023

While idling in line at a fuel station, my vehicle suddenly started shuddering and quickly followed up with a strange squeak that sounded like metal on metal contact from the lower portion of the engine. This happened on June 5th 2023 around noon timeframe. I was able to pull the vehicle into a parking spot where I turned the engine off and called for a tow truck.

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NHTSA #: 11529078
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
Filed: Jun 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power but was able to continue to operate at slower speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed and found failures with the EGR and intake manifold.

NHTSA #: 11526193
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2023

This is my second Ram truck with this issue. My first truck was a 2014 1500 Big Horn and now I own a 2017 1500 Sport. The 2014 was in the shop 3 times for a manifold bolt breakage and the 2017 has been in the shop 2 times now for a manifold bolt break.

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NHTSA #: 11517509
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2023

Dodge has failed to recognize an issue that is extremely prevelant in Americas Number one selling truck. The 2015-2020 models are all experiencing exhaust Manifold deformities/ Warpage that are causing the manifold bolts to snap at the engine resulting in the vehicle spewing untreated exhaust fumes both into the environment as well as the passenger compartment.

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NHTSA #: 11514178
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2023

Ram 5.7 hemi engine exhaust manifold leak ticking sound if it’s not fix or the bolt snap the smoke coming from the exhaust can be suck on the vent and can have a carbon monoxide poisoning inside the truck please I just found out that it’sbeen a known problem for dodge ram trucks and nothing is being done by the company to recall or fix such problem than you

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NHTSA #: 11510258
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2022

I just purchased my truck in November 2022 and noticed an audible ticking noise coming from the engine immediately after start-up. After having the vehicle inspected by an ASE mechanic, it was discovered that the manifold bolts had broken on each warped manifold which was likely causing the ticking sound.

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NHTSA #: 11497360
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had initially taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where he was informed that oil was leaking from the oil cooler.

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NHTSA #: 11494870
mediumENGINE
Filed: Sep 2022

Mid-year 2022 began noticing a ticking sound coming from the truck’s engine bay. The sound seems to lessen or stop after the engine has warmed up. Have not had the vehicle inspected at dealer but local mechanic believes these issues are related to the manifold bolts due to this being a recurring problem on RAM models with the Hemi engine.

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NHTSA #: 11484727
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2022

There is a known issue called the hemi tick that is the result of broken bolts on the exhaust manifold. This is a dangerous exhaust leaks that happens on almost every Ram and nothing has been recalled. To make a safe vehicle people are paying thousands to fix this and Dodge knows it is an issue!

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NHTSA #: 11481160
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2022

My Engine light turned on and vehicle kept overheating. Coolant levels we’re getting very high. Coolant was not cycling through the engine properly & needs new head gasket.

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NHTSA #: 11478452
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was not able to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11466212
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2022

Exhaust manifolds warp leading to broken mounting bolts/ studs resulting in exhaust leak/ ticking

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NHTSA #: 11464453
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2022

Engine blew up with no warning indicators on the dash. Engine oil was full and from what the dealer found it was a bearing either the crankshaft or rod. I've been without my truck for over 2 months and fiat chrysler doesn't know when a motor will be available.

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NHTSA #: 11462134
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2022

Two right rear exhaust manifold bolts broke causing a potential exhaust leak into the cabin.

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NHTSA #: 11458244
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2022

It’s the oil filter housing it’s made out of plastic and the heat of the engine cause the seals to leak oil mechanic said to upgrade it with an aluminum housing instead

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NHTSA #: 11454240
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2022

When the engine was started a ticking sound is heard, this has been happening for approximately 6 months. The ticking would go away after the engine was run for approximately 10 minutes. The truck now has 82639 miles on it and the ticking had gotten worse.

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NHTSA #: 11450159
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2022

Chrysler (RAM) truck 2017 3.6 pentstar enjine 3.6L Oil Filter Housing Leak - vehicle has 50 k miles on it. vehicle oil has pumped out of the engine due to this faulty oil filter housing.

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NHTSA #: 11449279
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jan 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V757000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11448617
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Nov 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V757000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11441354
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2021

3 bolts holding DPF and SCR together are known to fail and cause issues to the DEF wiring harness. All three bolts have failed on my truck which could cause the exhaust to fall apart while driving. The problem has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent center.

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NHTSA #: 11429759
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Aug 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V757000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not available.

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NHTSA #: 11427936
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2021

The bolts that hold the exhaust manifold to the engine are breaking leading to a loud "tick" and exhaust gasses being released in the engine compartment. Exhaust leaks can be dangerous while the vehicle is occupied especially when idling. This has been an ongoing issue with the HEMI engine in RAM trucks as evidenced by multiple NHTSA complaints spanning over a decade.

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NHTSA #: 11426588
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Jun 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated while attempting to exceed speeds above 25 MPH, the vehicle jerked with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that speed increased after a moment with a hard jerk with the check engine warning light illuminated.

NHTSA #: 11420839
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2021

The passenger side exhaust manifold bolts are breaking. It is happening to many ram truck owners and to some people it is happening more than 3 times. So when you start your very expensive truck it makes an awful loud ticking noise on the passenger side of engine due to exhaust bolts being broken on the manifold and hot exhaust leaking out.

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NHTSA #: 11406797
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2020

THIS RELATES TO VB1/NHTSA 19V-757. I WAS ADVISED OF THIS RECALL MONTHS AGO BY RAM, AND REPEATEDLY SO, EACH TIME BEING TOLD TO PROMPTLY CONTACT RAM AND/OR DEALER TO HANDLE THIS "IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL" AND THAT IT WAS "EXTREMELY IMPORTANT TO TAKE STEPS NOW TO REPAIR YOUR VEHICLE TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS." I CONTACTED LOCAL DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST MONTHS (GOING BACK WELL INTO SUMMER IF NOT PRIOR) AND WAS ADVISED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. I CALLED ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO TO TRY AGAIN AS MY REGISTRATION IS DUE AND IN CALIFORNIA THERE IS REQUIREMENT TO SHOW THIS TYPE OF RECALL IS FIXED IN ORDER TO REREGISTER. I SET UP APPOINTMENT (THROUGH RAM AND CONFIRMED WITH DEALER) AND WAS JUST ADVISED THAT PART IS STILL NOT AVAILABLE. IT IS EVIDENT THAT RAM (FCA) IS NOT TAKING THIS RECALL SERIOUSLY OR AT LEAST NOT SERIOUSLY ENOUGH AND IS APPARENTLY CONTENT WITH ENDANGERING ME, MY FAMILY AND MY PASSENGERS, IF IN FACT THIS RECALL IS FOR A SAFETY-RELATED CONDITION. CAN YOU DO SOMETHING TO SEE THAT THIS IS BEING DILIGENTLY PURSUED?

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NHTSA #: 11383417
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2020

TRYING TO OBTAIN A FIX FOR THE SAFETY RECALL REGARDING THE DIESEL EGR COOLER VB1 FROM OCTOBER 2019 THAT HAS TAKEN WAY TOO LONG. I HAVE MADE MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT MULTIPLE RAM DEALERSHIPS AND THE THERE IS A WAIT LIST FOR THE PART. MEANWHILE I CONTINUE TO DRIVE A TRUCK THAT HAS THE POTENTIAL RISK OF FIRE TO THE OCCUPANTS IN MY TRUCK OR MY HOME. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE AND I ASK THAT THE NTMVSA PUSH RAM TO MAKE THIS PART AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY OR HAVE THEM RECALL THE TRUCK ENTIRELY.

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NHTSA #: 11382714
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Dec 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact stated that the radiator was leaking. There were no warning lights illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11377803
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2020

I bought this truck and brought it home and was going through everything and found out that the oil didnt even reach the dipstick and it took 4 quarts to fill it up. I then checked everything else and made sure it was fine. I drove the truck for the next 3 days on and off the interstate and highway driving.

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NHTSA #: 11365479
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Oct 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v757000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11364383
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2020

I have received 2 safety recall letters concerning the diesel egr cooler on my 2017 ram 1500. I have called multiple dealers and they all have the same answer. We can't schedule any repair because we are not able to order the part.

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NHTSA #: 11351251
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jul 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v757000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact called the wilder chrysler jeep dodge ram dealer located at 53 jetta way, port angeles, wa 98362, and it was confirmed that the parts were not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11340956
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jul 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v757000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11340466
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
Filed: Jun 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 19v818000 (equipment, engine and engine cooling) and 20v036000 (power train) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. My chrysler dodge jeep ram fiat (4650 e pickard rd, mt pleasant, mi 48858) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available.

NHTSA #: 11327254
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2020

This is a known recurring issue on dodge rams. On the right side of the motor the bolts holding the exhaust manifold to the head snap off and create an exhaust leak. This is a safety issue due to possible asphyxiation!

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NHTSA #: 11323635
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
Filed: May 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 20v036000 (power train) and 19v818000 (equipment, engine and engine cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. Chapman dodge chrysler jeep ram (3800 n 89 th st, scottsdale, az 85251) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available.

NHTSA #: 11323670
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the abnormal sound came from the exhaust manifold.

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NHTSA #: 11322754
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v757000 (engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11318603
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

Tl* the consumer owns a 2017 ram 1500. The consumer stated that they had received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v757000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The consumer stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11302191
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. While driving at an unknown speed, the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who found failure codes: p0402 and p20ee.

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NHTSA #: 11286316
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2019

When the engine is cold, acceleration from a stop is almost non existent for roughly 3-4 seconds. Pulling out in to normal traffic is dangerous as the vehicle does not perform anywhere near the way it does once warmed up.

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NHTSA #: 11281595
mediumENGINE
Filed: Sep 2019

Timing cover oil leak. Timing cover leaked oil even after multi attempts to correct problem. Their solution is to put more rtv on the timing cover and reassemble.

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NHTSA #: 11254617
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2019

Fuel sensor has failed at 42000 miles while in motion. Lifters have made bad noise since new, dealership has replace lifters but noise is still there intermittently while sitting still on start up

NHTSA #: 11242694
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle began to hesitate and lose power. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11234498
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2019

At approximately 6100 miles noted engine ticking noise only on cold start up. Took to dealer for repair and they found a number of broken exhaust manifold bolts (they replaced 9 of them). According to dodge forums and the dodge dealership this apparently is a common problem with ram semi engines.

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NHTSA #: 11208951
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 1500. While the vehicle was parked, there was a knocking noise coming from the front passenger side of the motor. There were no warning indicators illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11190095
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2019

The lifters in my 3.6 liter ram 1500 are bad at 80000 miles. This is the same problem reported with this engine in 2011-2013 dodge vehicles. Dodge knows this is still a problem because they lowered the powertrain warranty from 100000 miles to 60000 miles.

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NHTSA #: 11172824
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2018

Engine noise when starting after sitting overnight

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NHTSA #: 11157135
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2018

This involves a 2017 ram ecodiesel with 15,500 miles. The eco diesel started to make a rattling sound as I was driving straight at interstate speed and then a loud bang. I lost all power to the truck as the engine cut off while I was on the highway.

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NHTSA #: 11122955
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2017

Exhaust odor leaking into the cab when idling at a stationary position. This happens every time when the vehicle is parked and running.

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NHTSA #: 11040301
lowENGINE
Filed: Aug 2025

Ram 1500 Exhaust Manifold Exhaust in passenger cabinet causing sore throat, headache and asthma exacerbation. Loud ticking sound when starting and acceleration.

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NHTSA #: 11678053
lowENGINE
Filed: Jul 2025

Manifold exhaust bolts are broken off and the exhaust fumes get into the cab.

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NHTSA #: 11671886
lowENGINE
Filed: Mar 2024

At 125,000 miles my truck developed a Hemi Tick. Now upon research it is said it is normal, however I don't3 see how such a thing is normal when the possibility of your engine going from running to not running. There have been things stated to try and I have tried them all yet the tick still remains and has actually gotten worse.

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NHTSA #: 11579408
lowENGINE
Filed: Sep 2023

The exhaust manifold bolts broke on my truck. There was a recall for this, but my VIN wasn’t included. However it’s the same problem as the recall

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NHTSA #: 11546087
lowENGINE
Filed: Sep 2023

The exhaust manifold bolts broke letting exhaust gases escape think that is dangerous

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NHTSA #: 11543176
lowENGINE
Filed: Oct 2022

Lifters failed due to mds ram needs to be liable for this problem will be going to a lawyer...... truck knocks badly poor running condition oild and maintenence always done

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NHTSA #: 11490908
lowENGINE
Filed: Sep 2022

When the truck is started, the engine knocks on the right side of the motor more.

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NHTSA #: 11483902
lowENGINE
Filed: Jul 2022

See first uploaded file. File #2 has additional information regarding problem that can become a safety issue.

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NHTSA #: 11476068
lowENGINE
Filed: Mar 2022

There is a known problem with the 5.7l hemi engines having the exhaust manifold bolts break. This happened to me where the manifold separated from the engine and caused untreated exhaust gases to escape into the engine bay.

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NHTSA #: 11457364
lowENGINE
Filed: Aug 2018

In motion, the engine seams to loose power when the transmission kicks down to passing gear for a short time then it picks up power. Feels almost like it takes time for the timing to catch up...... Can you help?

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NHTSA #: 11119818

Other 2017 Ram 1500 Issues