2014 Ram 1500 Transmission & Powertrain Problems
NHTSA lists 191 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Ram 1500, 11% of all complaints that year, including 23 crashes and 7 injuries at a median failure mileage of 44,165. Two related recalls cover a mis-mounted transmission case and a shifter/park software issue.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 191
- 11% of 1,766
- Crashes reported
- 23
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 7
- Median mileage
- 44,165 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Vehicles placed in park unexpectedly roll away and strike garages, gates, parked cars, or trees, sometimes with the driver still nearby or exiting the vehicle.
- The rotary shift dial reportedly fails to fully engage park even though the dashboard shows the "P" indicator, leading owners to believe the transmission is parked when it is not.
- Some drivers report confusion using the rotary dial, mistaking it for wipers or cruise control, or misreading which gear is actually selected.
- One owner reported the truck reversed on its own while driving and crashed into a tree without warning.
- One driver reported the truck shook and misfired-sounding at idle in park before rolling backward and running over the owner's foot.
When 2014 Ram 1500 transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 5, 2013, latest Jun 17, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2014 Ram 1500
- NHTSA 17V821000Dec 20, 2017Transmission & Powertrain1,482,874 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
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 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Risk: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
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. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.
- NHTSA 14V161000Apr 1, 2014Transmission & Powertrain125 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles manufactured January 24, 2014, through February 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission case may have been improperly machined which can result in the park pawl not properly engaging when the transmission is in the 'Park' position.
Risk: If the park pawl does not properly engage, the vehicle may rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2014. Owners may contract Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P13.
Transmission & Powertrain complaints by 1500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2014 Ram 1500 have transmission problems?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 191 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Ram 1500, about 11% of all complaints filed for that model year, with a median failure mileage of 44,165.
- Is there a recall for the 2014 Ram 1500 transmission?
- Yes, two related recalls exist: campaign 14V161000 covers transmission cases that may have been improperly mounted on some 2014 Ram 1500 4x4 trucks, and campaign 17V821000 addresses a shifter/park software issue affecting a wider range of Ram trucks including the 1500.
- What is the rotary shifter problem on the 2014 Ram 1500?
- Owners report that the rotary shift dial can appear to be in park while the vehicle is actually still in reverse or drive, causing the truck to roll away unexpectedly.
- How many crashes has NHTSA linked to 2014 Ram 1500 transmission complaints?
- NHTSA data shows 23 crashes and 7 injuries tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Ram 1500.
- How does the 2014 Ram 1500 compare to other years for this problem?
- The 2014 model's 191 complaints and 11% share are lower than the 2015 (225 complaints, 16%) and 2016 (202 complaints, 13%) model years in this same category.