2015 Ram 2500 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
33/100
#9 most-complained of 13 2500 years
The 2015 Ram 2500 has 214 NHTSA complaints, 13 recalls, and a complaint index of 33, ranking it 'Good' — 9th worst of 13 model years. Engine issues (25% of complaints) are the top concern, with median failure mileage of 35,000.
- Complaints
- 214
- Recalls
- 13
- Crashes / fires
- 13 / 3
- Injuries / deaths
- 12 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2015 Ram 2500 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine53 (25%)
- Transmission & Powertrain44 (21%)
- Steering43 (20%)
- Electrical System31 (14%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires28 (13%)
- Brakes22 (10%)
- Other19 (9%)
- Fuel System15 (7%)
- Airbags11 (5%)
- Structure & Body11 (5%)
What owners report
- Owners report the truck rolling away or shifting into reverse unexpectedly after being placed in park.
- Some describe frontal airbags failing to deploy during moderate-speed crashes into fixed objects or other vehicles.
- Water pump failure reportedly caused the serpentine belt to slip off, resulting in loss of power steering and power brakes while turning.
- Steering reportedly stopped responding at highway speed, sending the vehicle off the road.
- One owner reported the dashboard melting and catching fire hours after the truck was parked.
- A brake and steering loss event at 70 mph was followed by smoke and flames from the engine bay.
2015 Ram 2500 recalls
13 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 21V632000Aug 12, 2021Airbags212,373 vehicles
Air bags:side/window:curtain:inflator
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Risk: A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.
- 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.
- 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.
2015 compared with other 2500 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Ram 2500 reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 214 complaints and a complaint index of 33, which ranks it 'Good' compared to other Ram 2500 model years — 9th worst out of 13 years tracked.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ram 2500?
- Engine problems account for 25% of complaints, followed by transmission and powertrain issues at 21% and steering issues at 20%. Median mileage at failure for these areas ranges from 35,000 to 40,000.
- Does the 2015 Ram 2500 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 13 recalls for the 2015 Ram 2500, covering areas including airbags, steering, structure and body, electrical system, and engine components like the Cummins water pump.
- Should I avoid the 2015 Ram 2500?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2015 Ram 2500 is not a year to avoid; its complaint index of 33 is far lower than the 2017 and 2018 model years, which are rated 'Avoid'.
- How does the 2015 Ram 2500 compare to the 2018 model?
- The 2015 Ram 2500 has a complaint index of 33 versus 100 for the 2018, which had 2,590 complaints and is rated 'Avoid'.