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2014 Ram 2500 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

67/100

#5 most-complained of 13 2500 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2014 Ram 2500 has a Complaint Index of 67 and ranks 5th worst of 13 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 341 complaints, 14 recalls, and a median failure mileage of 30,000 miles, with Engine as the top problem area.

Complaints
341
Recalls
14
Crashes / fires
13 / 4
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
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Top 2014 Ram 2500 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine87 (26%)
  2. Steering86 (25%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain62 (18%)
  4. Suspension, Wheels & Tires55 (16%)
  5. Electrical System45 (13%)
  6. Fuel System31 (9%)
  7. Other28 (8%)
  8. Brakes23 (7%)
  9. Airbags17 (5%)
  10. Structure & Body17 (5%)

What owners report

  • Owners report engine wiring under the vehicle catching fire while parked or shortly after driving.
  • Some describe the truck rolling away unexpectedly while in park, in one case crashing into a tractor trailer.
  • Owners describe poor acceleration and hesitation on takeoff, making it hard to merge or pass safely.
  • Some report the rear differential locking up suddenly while towing, causing loss of control.
  • A front wheel was reported to shake at highway speed along with a burning smell and smoke before the brakes became inoperable.
  • Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in multiple crashes, including after a prior recall repair.
2014 Ram 2500 complaints: complaints filed per quarter392013 Q42015 Q42017 Q32019 Q22021 Q12023 Q12024 Q42026 Q3
462 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2016 Q1 (39).

2014 Ram 2500 recalls

14 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 19V347000May 9, 2019Structure & Body1,103,209 vehicles

    Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch

    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. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

    Risk: If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

    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. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.

  2. NHTSA 19V021000Jan 25, 2019Steering795,575 vehicles

    Steering:linkages:drag:link:connection

    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.

    Risk: A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.

    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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.

  3. NHTSA 18V332000May 17, 2018Electrical System4,815,661 vehicles

    Electrical system:wiring

    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 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

    Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

    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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

See all 14 recalls for the 2014 Ram 2500 →

2014 compared with other 2500 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2013Best817814—
2014Caution6734114—
2015Good3321413—
2016Caution5825812—

All Ram 2500 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Ram 2500 reliable compared to other Ram 2500 years?
It ranks 5th worst out of 13 model years tracked, with a Complaint Index of 67 and a Caution verdict. Years like 2013, 2021, and 2023 score much lower on the Complaint Index and carry Best verdicts.
What are the biggest problem areas for the 2014 Ram 2500?
Engine complaints make up 26% of reports (87 complaints), followed by Steering at 25% (86 complaints) and Transmission & Powertrain at 18% (62 complaints).
How many recalls does the 2014 Ram 2500 have?
NHTSA lists 14 recalls for the 2014 Ram 2500, covering areas including steering, airbags, electrical system, engine, and structure & body. None are do-not-drive recalls.
At what mileage do 2014 Ram 2500 problems typically show up?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 30,000 miles overall, with engine complaints centering around 12,152 miles and steering complaints around 48,110 miles.
Did the 2014 Ram 2500 have an airbag recall?
Yes, recall 17V302000 covers 2013-2016 Ram 2500 and other Ram trucks for a rollover-detection issue affecting airbag deployment during off-road driving or debris strikes.

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.