2014 Ram 2500 Structure & Body Problems
NHTSA lists 17 Structure & Body complaints for the 2014 Ram 2500, about 5% of its 341 total complaints. Reported median mileage at failure is 35,500 miles, and one related recall (19V347000) covers tailgate latch issues.
- Structure & Body complaints
- 17
- 5% of 341
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 35,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical body and structure symptoms owners report
- Water leaks through the third brake light seal into the rear cab, causing pooling on the floor, under the rear seat, and mold growth under the headliner.
- Tailgate opens unexpectedly while driving, a problem owners tie to the same latch issue covered by a recall on related model years.
- Torsion rod on the RAMBOX cargo door system pops loose under tension and can spring toward the driver with force.
- Steering becomes hard to turn and the truck fails to hold its lane position after a steering-related recall repair was performed.
- Frame shows rust without warning, with dealers unable to resolve the issue after diagnostic testing.
- Drag link recall weld repair reportedly needs to be broken and re-welded each time an alignment is done.
When 2014 Ram 2500 body and structure complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 18, 2014, latest Jun 10, 2024.
Structure & Body recalls for the 2014 Ram 2500
- 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.
Structure & Body complaints by 2500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Ram 2500?
- NHTSA lists 17 Structure & Body complaints for the 2014 Ram 2500, which is about 5% of the 341 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall related to Structure & Body issues on the 2014 Ram 2500?
- Yes. Recall 19V347000, reported May 9, 2019, covers the tailgate latch on certain Ram 1500, 2500, and 3,500 trucks including 2013-2014 models; dealers repair the tailgate latch free of charge.
- At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 35,500 miles for Structure & Body complaints on the 2014 Ram 2500.
- Did any of these Structure & Body complaints involve crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 injuries linked to Structure & Body complaints for the 2014 Ram 2500, with no fires reported.