YearToAvoid

2014 Ram 1500 Fuel System Problems

Owners filed 275 Fuel System complaints on the 2014 Ram 1500, 16% of that year's 1,766 total complaints. NHTSA also links a recall (22V406000) covering the high pressure fuel pump on 3.0L diesel-equipped 2014 Ram 1500 trucks. Median mileage at failure was 73,350.

Fuel System complaints
275
16% of 1,766
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
7
Injuries reported
3
Median mileage
73,350 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Owners report high-pressure fuel leaks that spray fuel mist over the engine bay, exhaust, and undercarriage at highway speed, sometimes visible to other drivers.
  • Several complaints describe a loud pinging noise followed by black smoke, a burning smell, and the engine cutting out due to a low fuel pressure code.
  • Some drivers report sudden loss of power with a throttle-related warning message on the dash, followed by the vehicle catching fire.
  • One owner described the check engine light staying on for months despite repeated attempted fixes at a dealership, with the vehicle undriveable under warranty terms.
  • A separate report noted a faint propane-like smell coming through the air vents while the truck idled.

When 2014 Ram 1500 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 27, 2014, latest Sep 17, 2026.

2014 Ram 1500 fuel system complaints: complaints filed per quarter292014 Q12016 Q22017 Q42019 Q22020 Q42022 Q22023 Q42025 Q2
275 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2014 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2023 Q3 (29).

Fuel System recalls for the 2014 Ram 1500

  1. NHTSA 22V406000Jun 9, 2022Fuel System138,645 vehicles

    Fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.

    Risk: Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.

Fuel System complaints by 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201350 (4%)
  2. 2014275 (16%)
  3. 2015236 (16%)
  4. 2016279 (18%)
  5. 2017129 (15%)
  6. 2018139 (21%)
  7. 2019103 (7%)
  8. 202075 (12%)
  9. 202196 (14%)
  10. 202280 (13%)
  11. 202318 (9%)
  12. 20246 (8%)
  13. 202523 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2014 Ram 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 275 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 Ram 1500, which is 16% of the 1,766 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2014 Ram 1500?
Yes. Recall 22V406000 covers 2014-2019 Ram 1500 trucks with 3.0L diesel engines for a high pressure fuel pump failure that can introduce debris into the fuel system; dealers replace the pump and inspect other fuel system parts free of charge.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2014 Ram 1500?
The median mileage at failure among reported fuel system complaints is 73,350 miles.
Have fuel system complaints on the 2014 Ram 1500 led to fires or crashes?
NHTSA data tied to this complaint area for the 2014 Ram 1500 shows 7 fires, 2 crashes, and 3 injuries.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.