2015 RAM 1500 Engine Problems

Exhaust bolts broken. Exhaust leak and loud ticking noise and smell

NHTSA ID

11748780

Incident

Jul 1, 2026

On July 2nd, I was actively driving my 2015 Ram 1500 equipped with the 5.7L Hemi V8 gas engine. The vehicle is completely factory-stock with zero aftermarket electronics, wiring modifications, or accessories. While operating the truck, the dashboard instrument cluster suddenly began flickering wildly, indicating a severe voltage drop or electrical system failure. Immediately following the flickering, a catastrophic fire erupted inside the cabin, originating directly underneath the dashboard on the passenger's side. The fire department responded to extinguish the flames. The engine bay was unaffected by fluid leaks, and the fire originated strictly within the factory dashboard electrical wiring harness/modules. The vehicle is a total loss.

NHTSA ID

11748767

Incident

Jul 2, 2026

While driving on the highway with my entire family in the vehicle, truck lost power without warning and what it seems it went into a limp mode. This created an incredibly hazardous situation, exposing my family and the drivers around us to an imminent risk of a high-speed collision. Thankfully, nothing happened and no one was hurt. Upon restarting the vehicle, the check engine light illuminated, and power was drastically reduced, capping our speed at approximately 40 mph. I brought the truck to St Charles's dealership for diagnosis. Service department has informed me that the root cause of this catastrophic failure was the crankshaft tone wheel. Furthermore, I was informed that this specific issue was an unaddressed/unfixed defect on my vehicle by Stellantis. What I learned is that the fix for a broken tone wheel required dropping the transmission to physically press a brand-new tone wheel onto the crankshaft. Because this was incredibly expensive and time-consuming, Chrysler rolled out a recall remedy consisting of a Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software flash.This should be unacceptable for trucks that cost $70,000 or any vehicle. Imagine that software failed what would have happened and yet we had no idea about this.

NHTSA ID

11747078

Incident

Feb 1, 2026

Dear NHTSA, I am contacting you regarding an active service campaign for my vehicle involving the crankshaft position sensor and tone ring. I would like to arrange for this campaign to be completed as soon as possible. I was told by one dealership that my vin doesn't fall under this campaign. The Campaign is noted for the years of vehicle and my Truck stopped mid-drive in traffic abruptly. I feel this could have been a safety concern. When code ran and light on dash it says crank shaft position sensor. Vehicle Information: 2015/Ram 1500/EcoDiesel 3.0 VIN: [XXX] Current Mileage: 192446 I understand this service campaign addresses potential issues related to the crankshaft position sensor and tone ring, which may affect vehicle performance and reliability. I am requesting that the inspection and all applicable repairs or replacements associated with this campaign be performed at no cost as outlined by the manufacturer. Please contact me with the earliest available appointment date and any additional information or documentation needed prior to service. You may reach me at [XXX] or [XXX] Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. Sincerely, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID

11746207

Incident

May 4, 2026

There is a known issue about exhaust manifolds for my year model truck. A ram technician said in 2019 mopar created a new exhaust manifold for my truck that would be less likely to create soot buildup and warping in the exhaust manifold. In 2021 my EGR was replaced because of a recall but now my exhaust manifold has failed and needs to be replaced out of pocket even though it’s been a known issue and there was a remedy already made to alleviate the issue. Now because of soot buildup my throttle is limited until I have it fixed. But driving to a dealership is too far to be diagnosed as there has been cases of fires occurring when this issue occurs.

NHTSA ID

11734809

Incident

Apr 13, 2026

There is a recall for Ram 1500 manufactured between January 2015-September 2015 regarding failed power steering. My truck was manufactured February 2015 and was not on the list of specific Ram 1500s to have this recall done. I was with my kids getting an oil change on the truck. When I was leaving the maintenance bay my power steering suddenly failed and left us stranded to get towed. Chrysler stated that there was certain conditions that led for certain models to have recalls for this part, but not my truck. They could not give me a clear reason why mine was not included on the list.

NHTSA ID

11734805

Incident

Nov 9, 2025

I have a 2015 dodge ram 1500 slt 3.6 vvt I purchased the vehicle.I paid full price $18,768 when I first got the truck it has being ticking noise and in has a faulty oil pump also the truck was infected with roaches. I got the truck from dodge ram dealership in morrow ga they just vacuum out the roaches.I bring having problems with this truck since I got it.Any solution y’all going to fix this problem

NHTSA ID

11723079

Incident

Dec 2, 2020

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 80 MPH with cruise control engaged, the contact heard an abnormal sound. Upon deactivating the cruise control feature, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road, and after opening the hood, the contact noticed an oil leak. The vehicle was towed to Patriot Diesel, where it was diagnosed and determined that the EGR system and fuel system failures had caused catastrophic engine failure, and there was a hole in the engine. The mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 19V757000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the dealer was at fault. No assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

NHTSA ID

11720514

Incident

Feb 23, 2026

Mileage

115,000 mi

Code P200A and P2D2D showed up, linking to an intake manifold issue. After researching, shows connected to Recall VB1. After speaking with FCA Recall department, they said that the recall was completed. To my knowledge, the vehicle is having the same related issues as the state previous to the recall. FCA will not initiate another recall on my vehicle to resolve the issue the VB1 recall was supposed to address.

NHTSA ID

11718759

Incident

Feb 11, 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle started shaking and lost motive power. The ETC warning light illuminated, and the message "Service Electronic Throttle Control" was displayed. The vehicle was stopped in a safe location and inspected. The vehicle was turned off and restarted, but it was difficult while cranking over. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the tone wheel had delaminated and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failures with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V475000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

NHTSA ID

11718724

Incident

Feb 16, 2026

Mileage

200,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V475000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), but the failure occurred. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle jerked and started pulling, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, before the vehicle stalled. The check engine and the Electronic Throttle Control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was restarted after several attempts. The contact stated that while driving to the residence, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the tone wheel had failed. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The failure was a recurring failure, and the contact parked the vehicle due to the safety concerns. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.

NHTSA ID

11715147

Incident

Jan 7, 2026

Mileage

51,000 mi

Manifold bolts have been replaced 2 times. I am now experiencing a 3rd time,and can smell fumes in side of vehicle.

NHTSA ID

11713893

Incident

Jan 2, 2026

From 2009 and 2016 ram redesign there litters. I am now getting the lifter and loosing freeway speed. This issue should be a safety problem .mine ram is a 2015.

NHTSA ID

11712460

Incident

Jan 6, 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V475000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH and merging onto the highway, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle stalled. The check engine and the Electronic Throttle Control warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle restarted after several attempts. The contact stated that upon attempting to drive onto the highway, the failure recurred, and the vehicle went into LIMP mode. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or to an independent mechanic. The check engine and the Electronic Throttle Control warning lights remained illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was parked and was no longer driven due to safety concerns. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 184,000.

NHTSA ID

11707566

Incident

Dec 19, 2025

Mileage

184,000 mi

Imediately following z46 recall my vehicle lost all motive power on the interstate. No warning lights etc. Dealer who performed recall took no responsibility and explained my engine has seized. My research has determined this.is common when the recall is not.properly.performed. I have documented evidence proving the recall was not performed. Dealer suggested I contact the manufacturer. Manufacturer has not helped and Dealer takes no responsibility. I've been told to replace the engine is 20 to 30 thousand dollars. This.is aproximately.what is still owed on the vehicle. The BBB and the aohio attorney generals office claim they cannot compel anyone to take responsibility. What am I supposed to do? I am a paying client to eveyone.envolved and now I'm supposed to countinue paying for a vehicle that is totaled. The manufacturer recomended I see another dealer. The next 2 closest dealerships refused to get involved saying it was the original servicing dealers and manufacturers problem and they did not want to be involved. Upon asking.the manufacturer who to take it to they claimed they cannot force there dealers to service a vehicle.

NHTSA ID

11706277

Incident

Jul 17, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle started to hesitate while depressing the accelerator pedal, with the oil and check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over and attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to restart. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to the residence. The contact used a code reader to diagnose the vehicle and retrieved DTC: P0087 (Fuel Relay Flash System). The system advised the contact to replace the diesel injection pump, fuel pump, and fuel water separator filter. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact called the dealer and left a message. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000.

NHTSA ID

11702790

Incident

Dec 2, 2025

Mileage

122,000 mi

Sudden engine failure

NHTSA ID

11700683

Incident

Dec 10, 2023

I'm the 2nd owner in the vehicle I still owe $4,000 on it. I take very and I mean very good care of it even put a new rear-end in it. I was driving it no.lights came on and it started knocking. When I pulled over I popped the hood and was looking it over went to check the oil pulled the diptych out and it had some coming out of it. I jus very disappointed and to come to find out this is a known problem. Just come from a single momma now with out a vehicle I had to have AAA tow it home

NHTSA ID

11698098

Incident

Oct 18, 2025

In writing complaint against FCA for not fairness for some VINs with Ecodiesel doesn’t include W68. Following with recall W58 vs W68, my VIN was picked for W58, but never pick for W68 because my VIN is not included. Just complete service for crankshaft throttle failure and spent $2000 for this. I am very disappointed that crankshaft failure recalled do not cover because W68 was not included. I think those W58 for computer update failed to prevent break down due to loose magnetic issue. My VIN is suppose to add recall for W68 because FCA missed this. W58 failed to cover the damages with crankshaft which is mean computer doesn’t solve the problem.

NHTSA ID

11696187

Incident

Oct 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power with the message "Service Electronic Throttle Control" displayed, and the “Electronic Throttle Control System Fault” warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the EGR Cooler was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle had previously been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V757000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,000.

NHTSA ID

11690664

Incident

Sep 23, 2025

Mileage

109,000 mi

My 2015 Chrysler Ram EcoDiesel 4x4 has a major safety defect that nearly caused a catastrophic accident and has left me traumatized. The vehicle is currently inoperable, sitting in my driveway with a dead battery and what sounds like a thrown rod after breaking down for the second time on the highway. While driving on Highway 101 in California, towing a horse trailer with live horses, the truck suddenly lost power without warning. I was left struggling to control the vehicle and avoid a crash in high-speed traffic. This was one of the most terrifying experiences of my life. Losing engine power with a loaded trailer on a busy highway could easily have resulted in fatalities — not just for me and my animals, but for other drivers on the road. I was horrified and shaken, and I continue to suffer PTSD from the event. This is the second time the vehicle has broken down under dangerous circumstances. The failure was life-threatening, and it is obvious to me that the engine has now suffered catastrophic internal damage (likely a thrown rod). Recall Issues: I had already received a notice of Recall 22V-406, but when I contacted Chrysler, I was told the parts were not available and they would not buy back my truck. The repair was not released yet, leaving me to continue driving a vehicle I already knew had a serious defect. This delay put me, my animals, and the public at unacceptable risk.

NHTSA ID

11687900

Incident

Dec 23, 2023

I have had rust all throughout the frame of the truck

NHTSA ID

11682557

Incident

Dec 24, 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V475000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING), and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer and the vehicle was repaired under the recall; however, the failure occurred, and tone wheel became delaminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that the vehicle had already received the one-time free repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.

NHTSA ID

11675472

Incident

Aug 13, 2020

Mileage

132,000 mi

The concern is a rear end collision. At road speeds, vehicle changed to neutral (popped out of gear). Engine continued to run. Vehicle had to cost to a safe spot. At stop the vehicle was turned completely off and restarted with no issue. This is a repeatable but intermittent issue. This issue has also occurred at stop signs and slow speeds. The engine check light and ABS Light did come on. The following stored codes were present: P0340, P1DD2 and U1424. The following pending codes were present: P1DD2, U017E-70, P0340-30, U1424, U0415. Camshaft Position Sensor was changed; but didn't fix the issue.

NHTSA ID

11669169

Incident

Jun 20, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. While the contact's wife was driving approximately 65 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle slowed, and the RPMs fell to nearly zero. The contact stated that the vehicle also experienced power steering failure, and the transmission shifted into park (P) and could not be taken out of park (P). The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to a local dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined the ABS module needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

NHTSA ID

11665807

Incident

Oct 7, 2024

Mileage

160,000 mi